Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Chico Neighborhood of Chico, CA from $700 (15 Rentals)

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

property at 1050 E 8th St

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1050 E 8th St

ChicoCA95928

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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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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. 034 - Westwood Trees has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chico apartments for rent in Chico, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
418 Hazel St1/51BR,5BA$690
034 - Westwood Trees1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,100
Phoenix Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,145
Riverside Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,150
The Grand Complex1x11BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA

As of March 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 4 Bedroom Model at Cedar Park Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.20 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.
Legacy Townhome - Spacious Townhomes*Reserve Now for Summer 2026* - 5 Bed 3 Bath To...5BR,3BA$1.45
Cedar Park Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.20
Redwood Glen Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.31
Regency TownhomesLimited Time Special – Huge 4 Bedroom Apartment...3BR,2BA$1.22
2nd Avenue Square3 Bed 2 Bath Townhouse3BR,2BA$1.29
9 Lanterns**Pre-Leasing for Summer 2026** 3 Bedroom Townh...3BR,2BA$1.36
Preleasing for Summer!! 2 Bedroom 1 Bath at 6th & Chestnut**RESERVE FOR SUMMER 2026** 2 Bed 1 Bath near ...2BR,1BA$1.45
Phoenix Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.15
1202 Bidwell Ave2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.36
1079 Poplar St, Unit G1079 Poplar St1BR,1BA$1.50

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chico

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Chico?

There are currently 375 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chico, CA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $4,650. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Chico ranging from $765 to $4,050.

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 $765 to $4,050 with an average monthly rent of $2,164.

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 $1,275 to $3,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $765 to $3,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $695.

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