Our spacious floor plans include designer kitchens with stainless steel appliances, quartz stone or granite countertops, soft-closing cabinetry, under counter wine fridge (in select homes), and more. Our community is also fully loaded with amenities, including a fitness center, indoor and outdoor lounge with entertaining kitchen, courtyard with spa, fire pits, and day loungers, rooftop terrace with lounging hammock, and more.
AVA is a living space in one of San Diego's most vibrant neighborhoods on Banker's Hill. Our studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom apartments with loft options feature an urban-inspired design that extends beyond your walls to cool spaces all over the community. Watch the sunset with panoramic views of San Diego Bay and the Downtown Skyline through our soaring floor-to-ceiling windows or from our expansive patios and decks. Conveniently located on Fifth, one block from Balboa Park with easy access to the I-5 and 163 freeways, and blocks from boutique retail, cool restaurants, craft cocktails, and more, AVA Balboa Park is the perfect home base.
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AVA Balboa Park
3288 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
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Studio-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Available units
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Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 S1 Studio, 1 ba | 608 | Now | $2,560+ |
 A9L 1 bd, 1.5 ba | 824 | Now | $3,106+ |
 S6 Studio, 1 ba | 626 | Now | $4,030+ |
 B3 2 bd, 2 ba | 1,053 | Now | $4,150+ |
 Unit 1-511 2 bd, 2 ba | 1,053 | Now | $4,150 |
What's special
Courtyard with spaUrban-inspired designSoft-closing cabinetryExpansive patios and decksDay loungersSoaring floor-to-ceiling windowsUnder counter wine fridge
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Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon: | Closed |
| Tue: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Wed: | Closed |
| Thu: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Fri: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Sat: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Sun: | Closed |
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Neighborhood: Bankers Hill
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Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
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BikeableNear AVA Balboa Park
- Marston House Museum & Gardens features a historic 1905 house formerly owned by George W. Marston with its original furnishings and formal gardens and is less than a 5-minute walk.
- San Diego Zoo, occupying 100 acres and featuring over 3,700 animals in replicated habitats, offering guided tours, the Balboa Park mini train, a 4D theater and shows, is less than a 10-minute drive.
- San Diego Air & Space Museum features 3D and 4D theaters and exhibits such as the Atlas Rocket and American Women of Flight and is less than a 10-minute drive.
- SeaWorld San Diego, featuring animal interactions, thrill and water rides, live entertainment and exhibits including Explorer's Reef, is a less than a 15-minute drive.
Nearby schools in San Diego
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Florence Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10San Diego High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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Frequently asked questions
AVA Balboa Park is located at 3288 5th Ave in Bankers Hill, San Diego, CA. The surrounding area includes approximately 20 restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as James Coffee Co., Bread & Cie, and Better Buzz Coffee.
The nearest public transit stop is Plaza de Panama Tram Stop, approximately 0.8 miles away.
Based on the latest Zillow data, the average rent across all unit types in San Diego is currently $2,766 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
AVA Balboa Park is located within 0.2 miles of Marston House Museum, 0.6 miles of Hillcrest Sign, and 0.6 miles of Balboa Park off 6th ave.
AVA Balboa Park is located near 3 grocery stores, including 0.5 miles from The Market Place, 0.6 miles from Whole Foods Market, and 0.8 miles from Trader Joe's. Additional shopping options, including Artist & Craftsman Supply, are approximately 0.5 miles away.
The total price for an apartment unit in AVA Balboa Park ranges from $2,560 to $4,150. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
Rent in San Diego has increased by $71 month-over-month, according to the latest Zillow rental data.
The schools assigned to AVA Balboa Park include Florence Elementary School, Roosevelt International Middle School, and San Diego High School.
