
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chico, CA from $300 with Utilities Included (22 Rentals)
Apartments with Utilities Included.
Cheap Apartments in Chico.


7th Street Manor

Westpark Plaza

Village at The Timbers

Lava Ridge Apartments

The Courtyards on Rio Lindo Senior Apartments

Sheridan Manor
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Ash Street Apartments

Campus Place Apartments

Bidwell Oaks Apartments

Chico Commons

Senior Apartments at B20

Warner Studios

Espana Gardens
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Joshua Tree

Ceres Plaza Apartments

Northwood Apartments

Country Lane Apartments

034 - Westwood Trees

7th Street Manor

Lassen View Apartments
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East Lindo Senior Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chico?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chico Studio Apartments | $1,017 | $750 | $1,175 |
| Chico 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $690 | $1,827 |
| Chico 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $1,045 | $2,750 |
| Chico 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $835 | $3,750 |
| Chico 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,044 | $695 | $2,980 |
| Chico 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,962 | $2,625 | $5,300 |
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Best Local Schools in Chico, CA
Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chico Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chico?
The cheapest apartment in Chico is The URBAN - Reserve for Summer 2026! Luxury Student Housing Complex, Individual and group lease o... which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Chico costs $4,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chico?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Chico that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chico?
Cheap apartments in Chico have an average cost of $647 which is $4,003 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chico.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.