
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chula Vista Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,000 (19 Rentals)
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Moss Gardens Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Chula Vista?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Chula Vista Studio Apartments | $1,809 | $1,450 | $2,195 |
Downtown Chula Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,153 | $1,650 | $3,596 |
Downtown Chula Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,769 | $1,800 | $4,535 |
Downtown Chula Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,281 | $2,600 | $3,978 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Chula Vista Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Chula Vista Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Chula Vista area of Chula Vista, CA is a Studio unit found at Moss Gardens Apartments priced from $1,595. The Glorias Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chula Vista apartments for rent in Chula Vista, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Moss Gardens Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
The Glorias Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
San Remo Court | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
Woodlawn West Apartments | One Bedroom Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Meadows Of Chula Vista - Senior Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chula Vista, CA
As of March 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Chula Vista area is the $2.97 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Union Apartments in the in the Bay Terraces neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Downtown Chula Vista apartment is the Allure Model at Elan View Pointe starting at $2,495 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the Interstate 5 Corridor District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Chula Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Union Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
Elan View Pointe | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
Villa Napoli Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
Alderwood | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom REMODELED | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.97 |
Palm Shadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Vistan Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
Chula Vista Terrace | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
The Glorias Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Sierra Park Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
Country Club Village Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA
Vista Square Elementary
Chula Vista Senior High
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA
Vista Square Elementary
Chula Vista Senior High
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Downtown Chula Vista, Chula Vista, and the greater Chula Vista area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Downtown Chula Vista Neighborhood in Chula Vista, CA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Downtown Chula Vista Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Chula Vista?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Chula Vista is at Moss Gardens Apartments listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chula Vista Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chula Vista Apartment is $1,600 at The Glorias Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Chula Vista Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chula Vista is starting from $1,995 at Vistan Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villa Napoli Apartments and starts from $2,600.
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