Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chico, CA from $300 with Washer/Dryer (30 Rentals)

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property at 1620 Hemlock St

$620

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1620 Hemlock St

ChicoCA95928

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property at 1334 Boucher St

$1,300

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1334 Boucher St

ChicoCA95928
property at 2986 E Eaton Rd

$1,400

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2986 E Eaton Rd

ChicoCA95973

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Northwood Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Northwood Apartments

363 Rio Lindo AveChico, CA 95926
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Chico Courtyards
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chico Courtyards

2333 Pillsbury RdChico, CA 95926
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Mansion
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mansion

510 Nord AveChico, CA 95926
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Humboldt Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Humboldt Park

1850 Humboldt RdChico, CA 95928
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Sierra Sunrise Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Sunrise Apartments

2701 Sierra Sunrise TerChico, CA 95928
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Silverwood Estates
2 Bedroom Apartments

Silverwood Estates

2 Ilahee LnChico, CA 95973
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Cobble Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cobble Creek

2777 Eaton RdChico, CA 95973

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Rio Townhouses
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rio Townhouses

279 Rio Lindo AveChico, CA 95926
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Villa Del Sol
3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Del Sol

630 W 2nd AveChico, CA 95926
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Chico, CA
Population: 94,776

Ranked #337

in US Census Population by City

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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 418 Hazel St which is listed at $690, while the average apartment in Chico costs $4,300.

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 71 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 $733 which is $3,567 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chico.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.