Last Updated: 6 Hrs. Ago

$500 Parking Credit & $200 Resident referral program

$500 Parking Credit & $200 Resident referral program on new applications as of 1/27/25

Monthly Rent

$1,650

Beds

Studio

Baths

1

Note: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice.

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.

# Persons
80 % Income Limit
1
$92,640
2
$105,840

Lease Terms

1 year

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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

The Helm - Affordable Housing is located in San Diego, California in the 92101 zip code. This apartment community was built in 2023 and has 7 stories with 78 units.

Special Features

  • Outdoor Terrace

Community Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Public Transportation
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Multi Use Room
  • Courtyard
  • Bicycle Storage

Floorplan Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Sprinkler System
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • High Ceilings
  • Views
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Balcony

Security

  • Property Manager on Site

Airport

  • San Diego International

    Drive: 7 min 2.8 mi

Commuter Rail

  • San Diego (Santa Fe Depot)

    Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi

  • Old Town Transit Center

    Drive: 6 min 3.6 mi

  • Sorrento Valley

    Drive: 20 min 15.3 mi

Transit / Subway

  • Courthouse Station

    Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi

  • County Center/Little Italy

    Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi

  • Civic Center

    Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi

  • Santa Fe Depot

    Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi

  • America Plaza

    Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi

Universities

Parks & Recreation

  • Maritime Museum of San Diego

    Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi

  • The New Children's Museum

    Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi

  • Friendship Garden

    Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi

  • Balboa Park

    Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi

  • Fleet Science Center

    Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi

Shopping Centers & Malls

Military Bases

Schools

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Private Elementary & Middle School

170 Students
(619) 232-3794
Grades PK-8

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Downtown San Diego in San Diego, CA

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