Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA from $900 (103 Rentals)

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Casa De Roca
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa De Roca

483-487 F StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Quintard Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Quintard Manor

210 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Encelia Cota Vera
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Encelia Cota Vera

1910 Encelia CirChula Vista, CA 91913
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Harvest Ridge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Harvest Ridge

1388 E Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91913
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542 D St Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

542 D St Apartments

542 D StChula Vista, CA 91910
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The Palomar Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Palomar Apartments

171 Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91911
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The Landings II
3 Bedroom Apartments

The Landings II

2122 Burdock WayChula Vista, CA 91915
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Bay Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Village

540 C StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Sea Vale Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Vale Villas

24 Woodlawn AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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Bay Pointe Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Pointe Apartments

30 Woodlawn AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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Villa Serena
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Serena

1201-1231 Medical Center DrChula Vista, CA 91911
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Sund Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sund Apartments

1145 4th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Paloma Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Paloma Apartments

585 E StChula Vista, CA 91910
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San Remo Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

San Remo Court

540 Naples StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Casa Urbana
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Urbana

551-581 McIntosh StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Canterbury Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Canterbury Court

336 C StChula Vista, CA 91910
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The Mark At Bonita
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Mark At Bonita

3240-3248 Bonita RdChula Vista, CA 91910
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Castle Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Castle Arms

250 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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351-355 I Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

351-355 I Street

351-355 I StChula Vista, CA 91910

Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chula Vista, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/10/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Chula Vista, 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 Chula Vista Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Chula Vista$3,399$1,495109

Cheapest Available Chula Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chula Vista, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 900-910 Manchester St in the Bay Terraces neighborhood priced from $1,446. Vista Shores in the Interstate 5 Corridor District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chula Vista apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
900-910 Manchester St1/1 Small1BR,1BA$1,446
Vista ShoresRenovated Studio in Chula Vista!!Studio,1BA$1,495
The Glorias ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,575
Moss Gardens ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Park Fifth Avenue1x11BR,1BA$1,650
Nestor RegencyONE BEDROOM ONE BATH1BR,1BA$1,695
Woodlawn West ApartmentsOne Bedroom Furnished1BR,1BA$1,695
XAV Imperial Beach Palms1X1R1BR,1BA$1,749
Mar at LaurelRippleStudio,1BA$1,786
Meadows Of Chula Vista - Senior Apartments1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA

As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chula Vista area is the $2.44 price per square foot Townhome One 3 x 3.5 Model at Salerno in the in the Otay Ranch neighborhood starting from $4,475. The second greatest value Chula Vista apartment is the Two Bed Two Bath Model at Woodland Hills starting at $2,750 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the Paradise Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chula Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SalernoTownhome One 3 x 3.53BR,3.5BA$2.44
Woodland HillsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.29
Hollister Creek Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.43
East Orange Village ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$2.25
Parkway Plaza Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.49
Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.45
Rancho Vista2/1 A2BR,1BA$2.44
Rio Vista2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.33
The Glorias ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.10
900-910 Manchester St1/1 Small1BR,1BA$2.25

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Chula Vista Overview

"The city of Chula Vista, California, is a in scenic area in the southernmost part of the state along the Pacific coast. Chula Vista (meaning ""beautiful view"") boasts scenic bay areas and coastal mountains. It is 7 miles from downtown San Diego and 7 miles north of the Mexican border. "

Why live in Chula Vista, CA?

With a comfortable climate, a range of geographic features, opportunities for cultural enrichment, convenience to interstates, schools and vacation areas, Chula Vista makes for a very livable city. Chula Vista apartments exist in several areas close to shopping, restaurants and parks. We are confident that you will find a suitable apartment in Chula Vista!

Chula Vista, CA
Population: 271,651

Ranked #76

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chula Vista, CA

Ranked #77

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Chula Vista, CA

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chula Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chula Vista?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chula Vista is at Vista Shores listed at $1,495.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chula Vista Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chula Vista Apartment is $1,446 at 900-910 Manchester St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chula Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chula Vista is starting from $1,988 at Rio Vista.

What is the most affordable Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1048 & 1100 E Ave. and starts from $2,500.

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