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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chico, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/29/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Chico$4,000$1,1009

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lava Ridge Apartments1X11BR,1BA$521
0632 - The Boardwalk TownhomesPrivate Bedroom and Bathroom in brand new 3 bed...1BR,1BA$750
Harvest ParkTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$931

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chico, CA

As of April 29, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Legacy Townhomes$500 MOVE IN BONUS**Reserve NOW for 2025** 4 Be...4BR,2BA$1.26
Nord Gardens1521 Nord Ave4BR,2BA$1.27
Cedar Park Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.20
Pomona Townhomes4 bedroom No garage4BR,2BA$1.30
Gateway4 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom A4BR,2BA$0.49
The Loft ApartmentsWelcome to your new Home! Move in ready townhome!3BR,1.5BA$1.16
Lava Ridge Apartments3X23BR,2BA$0.88
The Villas at Chico2x12BR,1BA$1.08
Harvest ParkThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.19
Campus Walk ChicoB32BR,2BA$1.23

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chico

What type of rentals are currently available in Chico?

There are currently 541 Apartments for Rent in Chico, CA with pricing that ranges from $529 to $3,395. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chico ranging from $1,100 to $4,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chico ranges from $1,100 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,141.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chico range from $712 to $2,725, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $2,695. 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

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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