Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Chico Neighborhood of Chico, CA from $700 (5 Rentals)

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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 Townhomes priced from $750. Post on Nord has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $971. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chico apartments for rent in Chico, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
0632 - The Boardwalk TownhomesPrivate Bedroom and Bathroom in brand new 3 bed...1BR,1BA$750
Post on NordD14BR,4BA$971
034 - Westwood Trees1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,015

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA

As of April 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Chico area is the $1.43 price per square foot **Preleasing for Summer 2025** 5 Bedroom 2 Bat... Model at The Legacy Townhomes in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Downtown Chico apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at Cedar Park Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.20 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.
The Legacy Townhomes**Preleasing for Summer 2025** 5 Bedroom 2 Bat...5BR,2BA$1.43
Cedar Park Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.20
Pomona Townhomes4 bedroom No garage4BR,2BA$1.30
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
Summer Village ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.44
La Vista Apartments**Reserve for SUMMER 2025** La Vista Apartments3BR,2BA$1.48
**Reserve Now for Summer 2025** 2 Bedroom **Reserve Now for Summer 2025** 2 Bedroom 1 Ba...2BR,1BA$1.46
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chico

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Chico?

There are currently 375 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA with pricing that ranges from $529 to $5,500. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Chico ranging from $755 to $3,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Chico?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Chico ranges from $755 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,106.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Chico?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Chico range from $712 to $5,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $755 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $646.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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