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Vela
Property highlights
Discover the heart of San Diego living at Vela, nestled near the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter. This property boasts sleek, modern features with floor-to-ceiling windows framing stunning city views. Residents rave about the stunning finishes and the convenience of in-unit laundry. Enjoy the fitness center, private courtyard with cabanas, and easy access to top restaurants and entertainment venues. Spacious layouts and pet-friendly apartments make it an ideal choice for lovers of city life. You'll be placed perfectly to take advantage of nearby transportation, parks, and the bustling entertainment scene.
- 3 units available
- Studio • 1 Bed • 2 Beds • 3+ Beds
- Location
- 655 Sixth Avenue, San Diego CA 92101, Core-Columbia
- Amenities
- In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
- Price range
- $2,388 - $3,268 per month
- Commute
Rent Special
Leasing Special: Move In by 12/31 and Receive One Free Rent!* *On select apartment homes - Must move in by 12/31/2025. With an approved application. Pricing and availability are subject to change at any time. Restrictions and limitations apply. For a limited time only.
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Price and Availability
Vela apartments start at $2,388/month. There are 3 available apartments priced from $2,388 to $3,268. Prices were last verified by Vela 1 hour ago.
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Unit 0607
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Unit 0702
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$3,105
$3,125
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If lively urban living is your bag, your ideal San Diego, California home awaits at Vela Apartment Homes. Located Gaslamp near Petco Park, our community puts you in the heart of all that is hip and happening in San Diego. Choose from our pet-friendly studio, one, and two bedroom apartments and show off your unique style with sleek hardwood-style flooring, stainless-steel appliances, and custom cabinetry for picture-perfect modern living. Outside your door, youll find more to love with a fully equipped fitness center, a private courtyard with cabanas, and more. Discover the best of urban living at Vela Apartment Homes.
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Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Explore the Area
Grocery Outlet
0.2 mi
Grocery Outlet
0.2 mi
Sammich House Deli & Juice
0.3 mi
Popular Grocery
0.3 mi
Ralphs
0.3 mi
Youngblood
0.1 mi
The Neighborhood
0.1 mi
Breakfast Republic
0.1 mi
Hi Poke
0.1 mi
Bootlegger
0.1 mi
10th Av & Market St
0.1 mi
10th Avenue & F Street
0.1 mi
11th Av & F St
0.2 mi
Market St & Park Bl
0.2 mi
Market Street & Park Boulevard
0.2 mi
San Diego International Airport
2.5 mi
Naval Air Station North Island
2.9 mi
North Island Naval Air Station
3.5 mi
Montgomery Field
7.1 mi
Naval Outlying Landing Field Imperial Beach
10.5 mi
5 /10
e3 Civic High School
Charter9-12
376 Students
0.3 mi
6 /10
KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy
Charter5-8
327 Students
0.3 mi
3 /10
Urban Discovery Academy Charter
CharterK-12
578 Students
0.3 mi
2 /10
King-Chavez Community High School
Charter9-12
360 Students
0.5 mi
8 /10
San Diego International Studies School
Public9-12
1,239 Students
0.5 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Gallagher Square
0.3 mi
Horton Plaza Park
0.3 mi
Martin Luther King, Jr. Promenade Park
0.4 mi
Fault Line Park
0.4 mi
Martin Luther King Jr Promenade
0.4 mi
Bay City Brewing Co Tasting Room
0.1 mi
The art of Dr. Seuss
0.1 mi
American Comedy Co San Diego
0.1 mi
Library Towers
0.2 mi
Tenth Avenue Arts Center
0.2 mi
Star Grooming on Fifth
0.9 mi
Little Italy Dog Park
0.9 mi
Bella Woof Spa
1.1 mi
Coronado Animal Care Facility
1.2 mi
Nate's Point Dog Park
1.3 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 99 — Walker's Paradise, everything you need just steps away.Transit Score: 82 — Convenient public transit options nearby available.Public Transit Access
The Core-Columbia area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 28 nearby routes: 21 bus, 6 rail, 1 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- 10th Av & Market St (~0.13 mi)
- 10th Avenue & F Street (~0.14 mi)
- 11th Av & F St (~0.22 mi)
- Market St & Park Bl (~0.22 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Vela has 3 units available starting at $2,388 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 $2,614 for a studio, $3,108 for a 1-bedroom, $3,882 for a 2-bedroom, and $4,865 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 Vela's amenities include in unit laundry, patio / balcony, and granite counters. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
Vela is offering the following rent specials: Leasing Special: Move In by 12/31 and Receive One Free Rent!* *On select apartment homes - Must move in by 12/31/2025. With an approved application. Pricing and availability are subject to change at any time. Restrictions and limitations apply. For a limited time only.
Yes, Vela is pet-friendly.
Yes, Vela offers parking.
Yes, Vela offers units with in unit laundry.
No, Vela does not have a pool.
Yes, Vela has accessible units.
Yes, Vela has units with dishwashers.