Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Chico Neighborhood of Chico, CA from $800 (13 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 4 Beds unit found at Post on Nord priced from $871. The Grand Complex has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chico apartments for rent in Chico, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Post on NordD14BR,4BA$871
The Grand Complex1x11BR,1BA$1,050
**Reserve Now for Summer 2025** 2 Bedroom Limited Time!!! 1 Bedroom 1 Bath rate1BR,1BA$1,075
Walnut Tree Manor5 Mile - Upgraded1BR,1BA$1,145
626 W 1st Ave**Available NOW** 626 W. 1st Ave**!!2BR,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Chico area is the $1.32 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bath - Garage Model at Pomona Townhomes in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Downtown Chico apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at Redwood Glen Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.24 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.
Pomona Townhomes4 Bedroom 2 Bath - Garage4BR,2BA$1.32
Redwood Glen Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.24
Graduate Gardens**Available NOW** Graduate Gardens (w/ Yard)4BR,2BA$1.31
1119 West Sacramento Avenue4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$1.08
Campus Walk ChicoD14BR,2BA$0.82
Summer Village ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.39
AMG Townhomes3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,2BA$1.45
**Reserve Now for Summer 2025** 2 Bedroom **$500 OFF First Month** 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apar...2BR,1BA$1.40
Hazel Student LivingHazel Street3BR,1.5BA$1.35
626 W 1st Ave**Available NOW** 626 W. 1st Ave**!!2BR,1.5BA$1.31

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Downtown Chico, Chico, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chico

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Chico?

There are currently 353 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA with pricing that ranges from $539 to $2,995. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Chico ranging from $850 to $2,950.

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 $850 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,641.

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 $665 to $2,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.

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