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The Louie
Property highlights
The Louie enchants with its proximity to the lush and historic Balboa Park, allowing easy access to its cultural treasures and outdoor beauty. The property's urban charm includes nearby culinary delights at celebrated eateries like The Prado and Mister A's. Residents appreciate the contemporary design featuring lofty ceilings and high-end finishes like quartz countertops, and they commend the attentive management team's efforts. The inspired courtyard space, complete with an outdoor kitchen and seating under cantilever umbrellas, offers a serene retreat. Both cats and dogs are welcome, further enhancing its reputation as a pet-friendly sanctuary in vibrant San Diego.
- 4 units available
- Studio • 1 Bed • 2 Beds
- Location
- 2870 Fourth Avenue, San Diego CA 92103, Western San Diego
- Amenities
- In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated + more
- Price range
- $2,295 - $4,200 per month
- Commute
Price and Availability
The Louie apartments start at $2,295/month. There are 4 available apartments priced from $2,295 to $4,200. Prices were last verified by The Louie 5 hours ago.
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Location
Amenities
- In Unit Laundry
- Patio / Balcony
- Dishwasher
- Pet Friendly
- Parking
- Recently Renovated
Unit Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Carpet
- Dishwasher
- In Unit Laundry
- Microwave
- Oven
- Patio / Balcony
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Recently Renovated
- Stainless Steel
Property Amenities
- Courtyard
- Fire Pit
- On-Site Laundry
- Parking
- BBQ/Grill
- Bike Storage
- Cats Allowed
- Dogs Allowed
The Louie, designed by award-winning architect Lloyd Russell, AIA, is a unique urban mixed-use community consisting of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment residences that highlight individual outdoor areas, lofty ceilings, large sliding glass pocket doors, soft-closing cabinetry, custom tilework, quartz counters, and in-unit washer dryer. The Louie is located two blocks from Balboa Park, in Bankers Hill, San Diego. The Louie’s established location allows for short walking distances to some of San Diego’s most popular dining spots such as Barrio Star, CUCINA urbana, The Prado, and Mister A’s, as well as local landmarks Spruce Street Suspension Bridge, Quince Street Pedestrian Bridge, and Maple Canyon Trail. The Louie is further accentuated by a tranquil courtyard that features an outdoor kitchen with gourmet gas grill, multiple dining table sets with umbrellas, a sectional sofa covered by a large cantilever umbrella, a natural gas fire pit, sun loungers, and underground gated parking with bike storage. In addition to the amenities listed above, The Louie has partnered with the following locally-owned businesses in our commercial spaces: James Coffee Co., Thread Seed, and Extraordinary Desserts.
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Property Details (Fees & Lease)
Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
- Pets allowed
- Cats, dogs
- limit
- 1
Explore the Area
French Florist – San Diego
0.5 mi
Mona Lisa
0.8 mi
Little Brazil Market
0.8 mi
Assenti's Pasta
0.8 mi
Cash & Carry Italian Market
0.9 mi
Extraordinary Desserts
0Pure Project
0.1 mi
Donna Jean (vegan)
0.1 mi
Evolution Fast Food
0.1 mi
Cafe Bassam
0.1 mi
Organ Pavilion Station
0.7 mi
Bus Tour Unloading
0.7 mi
Plaza de Panama
0.7 mi
San Diego (Balboa Park)
0.7 mi
San Diego (Balboa Park)
0.7 mi
San Diego International Airport
1.7 mi
Naval Air Station North Island
3.6 mi
North Island Naval Air Station
4.0 mi
Montgomery Field
5.6 mi
MCAS Miramar Airfield
9.3 mi
- 0.3 miMuseum — Charter, K-8, 239 students, 0.3 miles away,GreatSchools rating 7 out of 10.
- 0.8 miWashington Elementary School — Public, K-5, 323 students, 0.8 miles away,GreatSchools rating 5 out of 10.
- 0.9 miRoosevelt International Middle School — Public, 6-8, 989 students, 0.9 miles away,GreatSchools rating 5 out of 10.
- 0.9 miFlorence Elementary School — Public, K-5, 236 students, 0.9 miles away,GreatSchools rating 8 out of 10.
- 1.1 miKing-Chavez Community High School — Charter, 9-12, 360 students, 1.1 miles away,GreatSchools rating 2 out of 10.
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Olive Street Park
0.1 mi
Olive Park
0.1 mi
Maple Canyon Open Space
0.2 mi
Beth Israel Park
0.2 mi
Redwood Circle
0.3 mi
4D Theater
0.5 mi
Kid's Theater
0.5 mi
Old Globe Theater
0.6 mi
Conrad Prebys Theatre Center
0.6 mi
Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre
0.6 mi
Barkhouse
0.3 mi
Nate's Point Dog Park
0.4 mi
Star Grooming on Fifth
0.7 mi
Hairy & Merry
0.8 mi
Bella Woof Spa
0.8 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 80 — Very Walkable, with shops and services easily within reach.Transit Score: 54 — Offers reasonable public transit options nearby.Public Transit Access
The Western San Diego area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 11 nearby routes: 9 bus, 2 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- Organ Pavilion Station (~0.7 mi)
- Bus Tour Unloading (~0.7 mi)
- Plaza de Panama (~0.71 mi)
- San Diego (Balboa Park) (~0.72 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Louie has 4 units available starting at $2,295 per month. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In San Diego, CA, the average rent is $2,630 for a studio, $3,073 for a 1-bedroom, $3,832 for a 2-bedroom, and $4,760 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in San Diego, CA, check out our monthly San Diego, CA Rent Report.
Some of The Louie's amenities include in unit laundry, patio / balcony, and dishwasher. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
The Louie is not currently offering any rent specials.
Yes, The Louie is pet-friendly.
Yes, The Louie offers parking.
Yes, The Louie offers units with in unit laundry.
No, The Louie does not have a pool.
No, The Louie does not have accessible units.
Yes, The Louie has units with dishwashers.