Apartments for Rent near Newport Pier, Newport Beach, CA

Balboa Island offers quintessential Southern California beach living on this charming Newport Harbor island. Though primarily vacation rentals, some year-round opportunities exist in cottages and condos throughout the pedestrian-friendly community. The neighborhood features a walkable main street with shops and restaurants, plus the famous Balboa Ferry connecting to the peninsula, though rental rates rank among Orange County's highest with limited parking for residents.

Elevated luxury defines The Bluffs, where Newport Beach's prestigious neighborhood offers spectacular ocean panoramas from its hillside position. The district features architectural diversity with emphasis on indoor-outdoor living capitalizing on Southern California's perfect climate. Though rental rates significantly exceed regional averages, most properties include premium features from private terraces to architectural distinction typically unavailable in standard apartments regardless of price point.

Elevated views define Corona Highlands, where Newport Beach's hillside neighborhood offers spectacular ocean panoramas from its higher elevation. The district features architectural diversity with emphasis on indoor-outdoor living capitalizing on Southern California's perfect climate. Though rental rates significantly exceed regional averages, most properties include premium features from ocean-view terraces to architectural distinction typically unavailable in standard apartments regardless of price point, creating distinctive living experiences justifying the investment for those prioritizing exceptional surroundings.