1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chico, CA (130 Rentals)

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Lava Ridge Apartments
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Lava Ridge Apartments

2796 Native Oak DrChico, CA 95928
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Sheridan Manor
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Sheridan Manor

1730 Sheridan AveChico, CA 95926
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Palo Alto Apartments
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Palo Alto Apartments

353 Rio Lindo AveChico, CA 95926
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Chico Commons
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Chico Commons

2071 Amanda WayChico, CA 95928
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7th Street Manor
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7th Street Manor

1013 W 7th StChico, CA 95928
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Espana Gardens
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Espana Gardens

354 Rio Lindo AveChico, CA 95926
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7th Street Manor
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7th Street Manor

1043 W 7th StChico, CA 95928
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Chico 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 23, 2025

There are currently 7 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Chico, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $690 to $2,049. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Chico with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Chico7$1,175$690

Largest Available Chico 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chico, CA is found at EATON RANCH APARTMENTS and is 878 square feet priced from $1,650. Avery Oaks Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 850 square feet and currently listed start at $1,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chico:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
EATON RANCH APARTMENTSA1878 Sq Ft$1,650
Avery Oaks Apartments1 Bed 1 bath850 Sq Ft$1,500
Compass Point ApartmentsTwo Bed850 Sq Ft$1,245
**Reserve Now for Summer 2025** 2 Bedroom Limited Time!!! 1 Bedroom 1 Bath rate850 Sq Ft$1,075
Villa Risa ApartmentsBrand New 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Call for Availability833 Sq Ft$1,475
Heritage Landing ApartmentsAspen - 741 sqft741 Sq Ft$1,475
Willow Oak Villas1 Bedroom 1 Bath740 Sq Ft$1,625
Eastwood GardensOne Bedroom700 Sq Ft$1,095

Cheapest Available Chico 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 23, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chico, CA is the 1x1 Model starting from $1,050 at The Grand Complex in the Downtown Chico neighborhood. The second most affordable Chico 1 Bedroom is the Limited Time!!! 1 Bedroom 1 Bath rate Model at **Reserve Now for Summer 2025** 2 Bedroom starting at $1,075 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chico is currently $1,343. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chico:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Grand Complex1x1$1,050
**Reserve Now for Summer 2025** 2 Bedroom Limited Time!!! 1 Bedroom 1 Bath rate$1,075
Eastwood GardensOne Bedroom$1,095
Eastwood Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,125
Walnut Tree Manor5 Mile - Upgraded$1,145
Joshua Tree Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,150
Sandalwood ApartmentsOne bedroom$1,225
Compass Point ApartmentsTwo Bed$1,245
Villa Risa Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - Now Leasing - Call for Availabi...$1,440
Heritage Landing ApartmentsAspen - 741 sqft$1,475

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Chico Overview

The city of Chico sits at the North-Eastern extreme of the Sacramento Valley in California, between the Sierra Nevada mountain range and the Sacramento River.

Why live in Chico, CA?

There is plenty of adventure to get out and enjoy in Chico making it a great destination in which to find your next apartment and build your nest.

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Getting Around Chico, CA

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chico Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Chico with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Chico is at The Grand Complex listed at $1,050.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chico Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chico is $1,343.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chico Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chico is a 878 square feet unit starting from $1,650 at EATON RANCH APARTMENTS.

What is the average size for Chico 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chico is currently 652 sq ft.

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