
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chico Neighborhood of Chico, CA from $300 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Chico area of Chico.


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Wildcat Crossing
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Downtown Chico, Chico, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Chico?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chico Studio Apartments | $1,017 | $750 | $1,175 |
| Downtown Chico 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,131 | $690 | $1,450 |
| Downtown Chico 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $1,150 | $2,750 |
| Downtown Chico 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $760 | $3,750 |
| Downtown Chico 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,018 | $695 | $2,980 |
| Downtown Chico 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,962 | $2,625 | $5,300 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Chico Neighborhood of Chico, CA.
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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 4 Beds unit found at Wildcat Crossing priced from $655. Redwood Cove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chico apartments for rent in Chico, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wildcat Crossing | Renovated 4bd | 4BR,2BA | $655 |
| Redwood Cove Apartments | Unfurnished Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 2 Ba... | 4BR,2BA | $695 |
| Pomona West Student Apartments | Standard Unfurnished Apartment (4 Bedroom 2 Bat... | 4BR,2BA | $710 |
| The URBAN - Reserve for Summer 2026! Luxury Student Housing Complex, Individual and group lease o... | The URBAN - $200 SIGNING BONUS - Spring Semeste... | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| 034 - Westwood Trees | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Chico area is the $1.45 price per square foot *Reserve Now for Summer 2026* - 5 Bed 3 Bath To... Model at Legacy Townhome - Spacious Townhomes in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Downtown Chico apartment is the 1256 Warner St Model at 1256 Warner St, Unit C starting at $1,850 with a $1.23 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Townhome - Spacious Townhomes | *Reserve Now for Summer 2026* - 5 Bed 3 Bath To... | 5BR,3BA | $1.45 |
| 1256 Warner St, Unit C | 1256 Warner St | 4BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Redwood Glen Apartments | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| The Loft Apartments | 3 X 1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Regency Townhomes | Limited Time Special – Huge 4 Bedroom Apartment... | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Summer Village Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 9 Lanterns | **Pre-Leasing for Summer 2026** 3 Bedroom Townh... | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Phoenix Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Preleasing for Summer!! 2 Bedroom 1 Bath at 6th & Chestnut | **RESERVE FOR SUMMER 2026** 2 Bed 1 Bath near ... | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Campus Walk | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Chico Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chico Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chico Apartment is $820 at The URBAN - Reserve for Summer 2026! Luxury Student Housing Complex, Individual and group lease o....
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Chico Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chico is starting from $1,200 at Riverside Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Chico Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Chico Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summer Village Apartments and starts from $1,399.
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