
The Helm - Affordable Housing
191 W Beech St, San Diego, CA 92101
| Monthly Rent | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,650 | Studio | Studio | 1 Bath | 1 Bath | 287 - 479 sq. ft. |
| View Fees and Policies |
Pricing and Floor Plans
Studio
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Income Restrictions
Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.
How To Qualify
Based on the size of your household, your Maximum Annual Income must be equal to or less than the amount listed in this chart.
Details
Lease Term Options
- 12 mo
Property Information
- Built in 2023
- 78 units / 7 stories
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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
- Outdoor Terrace
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Double Pane Windows
- Freezer
- Heating
- High Ceilings
- Instant Hot Water
- Kitchen
- Large Bedrooms
- Microwave
- Oven
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Sprinkler System
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Tub/Shower
- Views
- Vinyl Flooring
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Window Coverings
Community Features
- Bicycle Storage
- Clubhouse
- Courtyard
- Income Restricted
- Laundry Facilities
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Property Manager on Site
- Public Transportation
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable90 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
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Moving to Cortez, San Diego, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate The Helm - Affordable Housing proximity to Horton, The Headquarters at Seaport, and West Laurel Studios. Horton is 0.6 miles away, and The Headquarters at Seaport is within a 19 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, The Helm - Affordable Housing has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 26.1 miles. Transit options include Courthouse Station and County Center/Little Italy.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near The Helm - Affordable Housing are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Maritime Museum of San Diego, The New Children's Museum, and Balboa Park.
Airports
Living in Cortez provides easy access to San Diego International, located just 7 minutes from The Helm - Affordable Housing.
Military Bases
There is San Diego Naval Medical Center near San Diego, CA.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Lincoln Acres
Grades K-5
Public
Northside Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
City Tree Christian
Grades PK-8
Private
San Diego International Studies
Grades 9-12
Public
Lincoln International Academy
Grades 6-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Calif. Western School of Law
Walk: 3 min (0.2 mi)
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Walk: 11 min (0.6 mi)
San Diego City College
Drive: 3 min (1.3 mi)
UC San Diego, Medical Center
Drive: 7 min (3.3 mi)
About The Helm - Affordable Housing
Welcome to The Helm an affordable community located in San Diego, CA next to little Italy. This apartment community is offering studio apartments for households whose gross earnings are at or below 80% of the area median income.
Now... Leasing!
Section 8 Vouchers Accepted!
The Helm. is a Non-Smoking Community
The Community offers a place to live, create and thrive in the little Italy area. Also featured are amenities such as:
• On-Site Community Manager
• Community Room
• Lounge
• Outdoor terrace
• On-site Laundry Facility
Welcome to The Helm an affordable community located in San Diego, CA next to little Italy. This apartment community is offering studio apartments for households whose gross earnings are at or below 80% of the area median income.
Now Leasing!
Section 8 Vouchers Accepted!
The Helm. is a Non-Smoking Community
The Community offers a place to live, create and thrive in the little Italy area. Also featured are amenities such as:
• On-Site Community Manager
• Community Room
• Lounge
• Outdoor terrace
• On-site Laundry Facility
The Helm - Affordable Housing is an apartment community in San Diego, CA
Contact
San Diego, CA 92101
- SundayCLOSED
- Monday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- SaturdayCLOSED
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Contact this Property
(858) 630-4727Languages: English
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