Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Chico Neighborhood of Chico, CA from $1,000 (6 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Chico area of Chico.

property at 1334 Boucher St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1334 Boucher St

ChicoCA95928

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property at 137 1/2 west 21st street

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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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 418 Hazel St priced from $690. 0632 - The Boardwalk Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $760. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chico apartments for rent in Chico, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
418 Hazel St1/11BR,1BA$690
0632 - The Boardwalk TownhomesBedroom A3BR,1BA$760
The UrbanThe URBAN - Fall Semester Lease! Limited Availa...1BR,1BA$870

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA

As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Chico area is the $1.06 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at The Four Seasons in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Downtown Chico apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Regency Townhomes starting at $1,650 with a $1.14 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$1.06
Regency Townhomes4 Bedroom 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1.14
Graduate Gardens**Available NOW - Move In Special** Graduate Ga...4BR,2BA$1.24
Cedar Park Apartments4 Bed 2 Bath Townhome Cedar Park I4BR,2BA$1.32
1119 West Sacramento Avenue4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$1.08
The Loft Apartments3 X 1.53BR,1.5BA$1.12
1505 West 3rd Street (K)1505 West 3rd Street (K) - #F4BR,2BA$1.13
418 Hazel St1/11BR,1BA$0.53
9 LanternsGreat Rate! Units Available for Summer 2026! $3...3BR,2BA$1.27
Phoenix Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.15

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chico

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Chico?

There are currently 366 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA with pricing that ranges from $599 to $3,900. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Chico ranging from $1,075 to $3,100.

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 $1,075 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,051.

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 $719 to $2,490, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,675 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $659.

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