Gardens Apartments

5544 Balboa Arms Dr, San Diego, CA 92117

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Total Monthly Price
$2,300 - $2,970
12 Month Lease
Bedrooms
1 - 2
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
620 - 900 sq ft

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Pricing and Floor Plans

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1x1

$2,300 - $2,400 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
620 Sq. Ft.
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1x1P

$2,500 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 2 Baths
620 Sq. Ft.
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2x1.5

$2,810 - $2,945 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 1.5 Baths
900 Sq. Ft.
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3 Available Units
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
F20
$2,810
900
Oct. 16
E2
$2,945
900
Oct. 21
E11
$2,810
900
Oct. 30

2x1.5P

$2,970 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 1.5 Baths
900 Sq. Ft.
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* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1972
  • 96 units2 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Utility - Solid Waste
    $15 / mo
  • Utility - Sewer
    $25 / mo
  • Utility - Water
    $35 / mo
  • Utility - Water/Sewer/Trash
    $75 / mo
  • Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party
    Varies / mo

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee
    $45

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • Assigned Parking
  • Energy star appliances
  • GREENPKG
  • Heated Pool, 2card operated Laundry room
  • Laminate (wood-look)
  • Medium patio/balcony
  • One block from multiple shopping centers
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Private patio/balcony
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Two blocks from bus line
  • Vinyl wood-style flooring
  • Well Maintained Grounds

Apartment Features

  • Balcony
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Freezer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access

Community Features

  • Controlled Access
  • Courtyard
  • Gated
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Pool
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Walk-Up

Map of Gardens Apartments

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Limited public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Fairly bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

Scores provided by

Transit

Commuter Rail

10 min Drive

Amtrak

Commuter Rail

11 min Drive

Airport

San Diego International

14 min Drive

SAN

Moving to Clairemont, San Diego, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Gardens Apartments proximity to Genesee Plaza, Balboa Crest, and Balboa Mesa Center. Genesee Plaza is 0.5 miles away, and Balboa Crest is within a 9 minute walk.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Gardens Apartments are plentiful. Discover 1 park within 4.4 miles, including Marian Bear Memorial Park.

Airports

Living in Clairemont provides easy access to San Diego International, located just 15 minutes from Gardens Apartments.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Field Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Lafayette Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Wegeforth Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

Not rated

Coastal Christian Academy

Grades PK-5

Private

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Innovation Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Vista La Mesa Academy

Grades K-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

King-Chavez Community Academy

Grades PK-8

Public

Not rated

Reformation Lutheran

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Madison High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Horizon Junior/Senior High School

Grades PK-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
San Diego Continuing Education Drive: 6 min (2.4 mi)
San Diego Mesa College Drive: 8 min (2.6 mi)
University of San Diego Drive: 11 min (5.1 mi)
The Art Inst., San Diego Drive: 10 min (5.4 mi)

About Gardens Apartments

The Gardens Apartments offers one bedroom apartments and two bedroom townhomes in the Clairemont community of San Diego. The community lives up to its name with well manicured mature landscaping in a friendly environment. The Gardens Apartments are… on quiet tree shaded side street one block from major shopping centers, 2 blocks to public transportation, and close to public schools.
See why our residents call our community home.

San Diego Sunrise Management Co. dba Sunrise Management | Lic. No. 00927850 | Broker: Joseph S. Greenblatt License number 01064415

Gardens Apartments is an apartment community in San Diego, CA

Contact

Property Address:
5544 Balboa Arms Dr,
San Diego, CA 92117
Phone Number: (858) 768-8860
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
Gardens Apartments

Renter Reviews

For Gardens Apartments

5.0

1 Rating & Review

  • 12/22/21

    Great Start!

    I have recently moved in to the gardens apartments, and my move-in experience was nothing but exceptional. Zoe and Vladimir were of great help and they made sure everything went smooth. The apartment itself was recently renovated. The rent is very reasonable compared to the average rent in SD.

    Review from Apartments.com

    5 People Found This Helpful

    Property Manager at Gardens Apartments responded to this review

    Hi ! Thank you for the 5-star review! At Gardens Apartments, we value your time and always strive to provide fast and efficient service. We are so pleased to hear that Zoe and Vladimir provided the positive living experience that we so much love! … If you ever need to share additional thoughts with us, please feel free to send us a note at feedback@sunrisemgmt.com.
    Thank you!
    Fabiola, Customer Experience Team

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