Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chico Neighborhood of Chico, CA from $300 (10 Rentals)

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Warner Studios
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Warner Studios

1488 Warner StChico, CA 95926
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Sheridan Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sheridan Manor

1730 Sheridan AveChico, CA 95926
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Downtown Chico, Chico, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Chico Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Chico area of Chico, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 0632 - The Boardwalk priced from $750. The Urban has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chico apartments for rent in Chico, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
0632 - The BoardwalkPrivate Bedroom and Bathroom in brand new 3 bed...1BR,1BA$750
The UrbanThe URBAN - Reserve For Summer 2025!! Individua...1BR,1BA$885
Post on NordD14BR,4BA$971

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA

As of March 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Chico area is the $1.43 price per square foot **Reserve NOW 2025** Legacy Townhomes - 5 bedro... Model at Legacy Townhomes in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Downtown Chico apartment is the 4 Bed 2 Bath Model at HUGE 4 BEDROOM Townhome! starting at $1,645 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Downtown Chico neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Chico apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Legacy Townhomes**Reserve NOW 2025** Legacy Townhomes - 5 bedro...5BR,3BA$1.43
HUGE 4 BEDROOM Townhome!4 Bed 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1.10
The Loft Apartments5 X 1.55BR,1.5BA$1.16
441 W 2nd Ave**Available NOW**4bd/2ba** 441 W. 2nd Ave4BR,2BA$1.44
4 Lanterns703 W 2nd Ave4BR,2BA$1.41
Summer Village ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.44
9 Lanterns**Reserve NOW for Summer 2025** 9 Lanterns - 3 ...3BR,2BA$1.35
Hidden View635 W 2nd Avenue3BR,1BA$1.35
Campus Walk ChicoB32BR,2BA$1.23
626 W 1st Ave**Reserve for SUMMER 2025** 2 Bed 1.5 Bath (1s...2BR,1.5BA$1.33

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Chico, Chico, CA

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in Chico, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Chico Neighborhood in Chico, CA

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

89 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Chico Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Chico?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Chico is at Post on Nord listed at $1,659.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chico Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chico Apartment is $750 at 0632 - The Boardwalk.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Chico Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chico is starting from $1,165 at Post on Nord.

What is the most affordable Downtown Chico Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Chico Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hidden View and starts from $1,350.

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