
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chico, CA from $300 (36 Rentals)
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1784 Roth St

Summer Village Apartments

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344 W 4th Ave

Senator Conness Apartments

The Grand Complex

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Chico, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chico?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Chico Studio Apartments | $1,460 | $915 | $1,784 |
Cheap Chico 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $865 | $2,049 |
Cheap Chico 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $529 | $2,267 |
Cheap Chico 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $712 | $2,725 |
Cheap Chico 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $646 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chico, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/06/2025Current apartment rentals in the Chico, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chico Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Chico | $2,495 | $755 | 6 |
Cheapest Available Chico Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chico, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lava Ridge Apartments priced from $521. 0632 - The Boardwalk Townhomes in the Downtown Chico neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chico apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lava Ridge Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $521 |
0632 - The Boardwalk Townhomes | Private Bedroom and Bathroom in brand new 3 bed... | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Post on Nord | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $971 |
034 - Westwood Trees | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
7th Street Manor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Waitlist for Summer 2025 | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
The Grand Complex | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
The Social Chico® | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Harvest Park | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,135 |
626 W 1st Ave | **Reserve for SUMMER 2025** 2 Bed 1.5 Bath (1s... | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chico, CA
As of May 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chico area is the $1.26 price per square foot $500 MOVE IN BONUS**Reserve NOW for 2025** 4 Be... Model at The Legacy Townhomes in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Chico apartment is the 1521 Nord Ave Model at Nord Gardens starting at $2,025 with a $1.27 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Chico apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Legacy Townhomes | $500 MOVE IN BONUS**Reserve NOW for 2025** 4 Be... | 4BR,2BA | $1.26 |
Nord Gardens | 1521 Nord Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Cedar Park Apartments | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Graduate Gardens | **Pre-Leasing for Summer 2025** Graduate Garden... | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Redwood Glen Apartments | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.17 |
The Loft Apartments | Welcome to your new Home! Move in ready townhome! | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
Lava Ridge Apartments | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.88 |
The Villas at Chico | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Campus Walk Chico | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
Harvest Park | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
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Chico Overview
The city of Chico sits at the North-Eastern extreme of the Sacramento Valley in California, between the Sierra Nevada mountain range and the Sacramento River.
Why live in Chico, CA?
There is plenty of adventure to get out and enjoy in Chico making it a great destination in which to find your next apartment and build your nest.
Best Local Schools in Chico, CA
Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High
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Getting Around Chico, CA
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chico Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chico?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chico is at Post on Nord listed at $1,659.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chico Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chico Apartment is $521 at Lava Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chico Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chico is starting from $1,003 at Lava Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Chico Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chico Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lava Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,151.
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