Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Chico Neighborhood of Chico, CA from $600 (7 Rentals)

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Downtown Chico, Chico, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Chico Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Chico area of Chico, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Stadium Village Apartments priced from $600. Post on Nord has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $871. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chico apartments for rent in Chico, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stadium Village Apartments**ONE BEDROOM Lease Takeover-Available NOW for...3BR,2BA$600
Post on NordD14BR,4BA$871
The Grand Complex1x11BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA

As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Chico area is the $1.13 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at The Four Seasons in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Downtown Chico apartment is the **Available NOW** Graduate Gardens (w/ Yard) Model at Graduate Gardens starting at $1,950 with a $1.34 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Four Seasons4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$1.13
Graduate Gardens**Available NOW** Graduate Gardens (w/ Yard)4BR,2BA$1.34
1119 West Sacramento Avenue4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$1.15
Regency TownhomesLimited Time Special – Huge 4 Bedroom Apartment...3BR,2BA$1.22
Summer Village ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.39
Hazel Student LivingHazel Street3BR,1.5BA$1.35
Stadium Village Apartments**ONE BEDROOM Lease Takeover-Available NOW for...3BR,2BA$0.63
Campus Walk ChicoB32BR,2BA$1.23
626 W 1st Ave**Reserve for SUMMER 2025** 2 Bed 1.5 Bath (1s...2BR,1.5BA$1.31
595 E 3rd St, Unit #1595 E 3rd StStudio ,1BA$1.11

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chico

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Chico?

There are currently 363 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA with pricing that ranges from $539 to $3,500. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Chico ranging from $640 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Chico?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Chico ranges from $640 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,743.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Chico?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Chico range from $600 to $2,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $755 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $575.

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