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Downtown Chico, Chico, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Chico?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chico Studio Apartments | $1,638 | $1,020 | $1,784 |
| Downtown Chico 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,289 | $925 | $2,049 |
| Downtown Chico 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $529 | $2,750 |
| Downtown Chico 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $712 | $2,725 |
| Downtown Chico 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $646 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Chico Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Chico area of Chico, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The URBAN - Reserve for Summer 2025! Luxur priced from $885. Post on Nord has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $971. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chico apartments for rent in Chico, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The URBAN - Reserve for Summer 2025! Luxur | The URBAN - Reserve For Summer 2025!! Individua... | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Post on Nord | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $971 |
| Westpark Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Chico area is the $1.26 price per square foot $500 MOVE IN BONUS**Reserve NOW for 2025** 4 Be... Model at The Legacy Townhomes in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Downtown Chico apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2 Bath - Garage Model at Pomona Townhomes starting at $1,975 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Downtown Chico neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Chico apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Legacy Townhomes | $500 MOVE IN BONUS**Reserve NOW for 2025** 4 Be... | 4BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Pomona Townhomes | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath - Garage | 4BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| HUGE 4 BEDROOM Townhome! | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Graduate Gardens | **Reserve for Summer 2025** Graduate Gardens (D... | 4BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Redwood Glen Apartments | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Regency Townhomes | Limited Time Special – Huge 4 Bedroom Apartment... | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Summer Village Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| **Reserve Now for Summer 2025** 2 Bedroom | **$500 OFF First Month** 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apar... | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Campus Walk Chico | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 626 W 1st Ave | **Reserve for SUMMER 2025** 2 Bed 1.5 Bath (1s... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Chico Neighborhood in Chico, CA
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
89 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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 Chico Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Chico?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Chico is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Chico?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Chico is The URBAN - Reserve for Summer 2025! Luxur which is listed at $885, while the average apartment in Downtown Chico costs $1,780.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 31 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Chico?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Chico have an average cost of $766 which is $1,014 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Chico.
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