Vela Apartment Homes

655 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
(12)
Monthly Rent
$2,448 - $3,906
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Bedrooms
Studio - 3
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
628 - 1,446 sq ft

Rent Specials

Leasing Special: Now Offering 2 Weeks Free! * Restrictions apply. Must move in by 9/15/2026.

Pricing and Floor Plans

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Studio Plus

$2,448
Studio, 1 Bath
628 Sq. Ft.
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Sep. 22
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0414
$2,448
628
Sep. 22

1 Bed Plus Den

$3,041
1 Bed, 2 Baths
1,016 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0702
$3,041
1,016
Now

3 Bed

$3,906
3 Beds, 2 Baths
1,446 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0313
$3,906
1,446
Now
* 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.

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Details

Lease Term Options

  • 9 - 14 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 2008
  • 109 units8 stories

Fees & Policies

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

Utilities & Essentials

  • Valet Trash Service Fee
    $18 / mo
  • Utility Billing Service
    $4.75 / mo
  • Electricity
    Varies / mo
  • Gas
    Varies / mo
  • Sewer
    Varies / mo

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $51
  • Application Fee
    $64

Due at Move-In

  • Security Deposit
    20% of base rent

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

  • Custom Cabinetry
  • Floor-to-ceiling Windows
  • Green Building
  • Hardwood Style Flooring
  • Large Closets
  • Night Patrol
  • Package Lockers
  • Patio/Balcony
  • View

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Cable Ready
  • Dishwasher
  • Floor to Ceiling Windows
  • Granite Countertops
  • High Ceilings
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Microwave
  • Patio

Community Features

  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Garages
  • Gated
  • Lounge
  • Maintenance on site
  • On-Site Retail
  • Property Manager on Site

Map of Vela Apartment Homes

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Strong public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Soundscore

Busy

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Transit

Commuter Rail

3 min Drive

Coaster - San Diego North County Transit District (Coaster/Sprinter/Breeze) San Diego North County Transit District

Commuter Rail

3 min Drive

Airport

San Diego International

8 min Drive

San Diego International

Moving to East Village, San Diego, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Vela Apartment Homes proximity to Horton, Market & 15th, and The Headquarters at Seaport. Horton is 0.7 miles away, and Market & 15th is within a 10 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 80, Vela Apartment Homes has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 19.9 miles. Transit options include 5Th Avenue and Park And Market.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Vela Apartment Homes are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including The New Children's Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and Balboa Park.

Airports

Living in East Village provides easy access to San Diego International, located just 8 minutes from Vela Apartment Homes.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Village Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Lincoln Acres

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Washington Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

Not rated

Montessori School Of San Diego

Grades PK-5

Private

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Roosevelt International Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

City Tree Christian

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

San Diego High School

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

e3 Civic High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Lincoln International Academy

Grades 6-12

Private

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

The O'Farrell Charter School

Grades K-12

Public

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Thomas Jefferson School of Law Walk: 9 min (0.5 mi)
San Diego City College Walk: 16 min (0.8 mi)
Calif. Western School of Law Walk: 16 min (0.9 mi)
UC San Diego, Medical Center Drive: 8 min (3.6 mi)

About Vela Apartment Homes

Enjoy the best of city living with a central location, easy access to premier bars and restaurants, modern finishes, in-unit laundry, and stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. Indulge in modern living with in-home laundry, stainless steel appliances,… dishwashers, custom cabinetry, stunning floor-to-ceiling windows, and breathtaking city views in select homes. Experience the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, renowned for its diverse shops, restaurants, and bars. Enjoy easy access to the San Diego Marina, Petco Park, and Seaport Village shopping. You can have it all at Vela San Diego.

Vela Apartment Homes is an apartment community in San Diego, CA

Contact

Property Address:
655 6th Ave,
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone Number: (619) 492-7678
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Renter Reviews

For Vela Apartment Homes

4.3

12 Ratings & Reviews

  • 8/27/25

    Very disappointed

    Current resident at vela and the treatment is terrible. They are not communicative and are very cheap and lazy with repairs.

    Review from Apartments.com

    1 Person Found This Helpful

    Property Manager at Vela Apartment Homes responded to this review

    Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear about your disappointment with communication and repairs in your home. We understand your frustration and will review your comments with our team as we work on improving follow-up and service. We are… unable to find your contact information, as there is no name attached to this review, so please contact us directly so we can better assist

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