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property at 458 Nord Ave

458 Nord Ave

ChicoCA95926

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 728 W 1st Ave

728 W 1st Ave

ChicoCA95926

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Chico, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chico, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Chico, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chico Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Chico$1,780$52983

Cheapest Available Chico Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chico, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Parkside Terrace priced from $878. The URBAN - Reserve for Summer 2025! Luxur in the Downtown Chico neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chico apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkside TerraceThe Birch2BR,2BA$878
The URBAN - Reserve for Summer 2025! LuxurThe URBAN - Reserve For Summer 2025!! Individua...1BR,1BA$885
Post on NordD14BR,4BA$971
Westpark PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,020
The Grand Complex1x11BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chico, CA

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chico area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1521 Nord Ave Model at Nord Gardens in the starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Chico apartment is the 4 Bed 2 Bath Model at HUGE 4 BEDROOM Townhome! starting at $1,960 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Downtown Chico neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chico apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nord Gardens1521 Nord Ave4BR,2BA$1.27
HUGE 4 BEDROOM Townhome!4 Bed 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1.31
Redwood Glen Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.24
Graduate Gardens**Pre-Leasing for Summer 2025** Graduate Garden...3BR,2BA$1.10
Regency TownhomesLimited Time Special – Huge 4 Bedroom Apartment...3BR,2BA$1.22
The Villas at Chico2x12BR,1BA$1.08
Parkside TerraceThe Birch2BR,2BA$0.90
Campus Walk ChicoB32BR,2BA$1.23
Harvest ParkTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.23
626 W 1st Ave**Reserve for SUMMER 2025** 2 Bed 1.5 Bath (1s...2BR,1.5BA$1.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chico

What type of rentals are currently available in Chico?

There are currently 507 Apartments for Rent in Chico, CA with pricing that ranges from $529 to $3,500. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chico ranging from $1,250 to $2,970.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chico ranges from $1,250 to $2,970 with an average monthly rent of $1,920.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chico range from $712 to $2,725, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,475 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $646.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.