1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA (664 Rentals)

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Luminary at Cota Vera
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$2,715 - $2,775
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Luminary at Cota Vera

6000 Luminary DrChula Vista, CA 91913
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Stirling at Cota Vera
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$2,995 - $3,586
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$3,011 - $4,641
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Stirling at Cota Vera

2045 Paseo BellunoChula Vista, CA 91913
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The Avalyn
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$2,484 - $3,069
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$2,491 - $5,016
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The Avalyn

1774 Metro AveChula Vista, CA 91915
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Sereno
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$2,695 - $2,999
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$2,701 - $3,531
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Sereno

930 Third AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Vista Lane
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$2,195 - $2,250
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$2,204 - $2,604
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Vista Lane

1440-1450 2nd AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Casa Madrid
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$2,095 - $2,103
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$2,099 - $2,999
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 31

Casa Madrid

240 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Rosina Vista
$2,657 - $4,629
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Rosina Vista

1551 Summerland StChula Vista, CA 91913
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Point Bonita
$2,084 - $2,296
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$1,974 - $3,286
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Point Bonita

250 Bonita Glen DrChula Vista, CA 91910
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VAYA on Axia
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$2,775 - $3,564
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$2,784 - $4,674
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VAYA on Axia

1910 Axia WayChula Vista, CA 91915
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Boardwalk at Millenia
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$2,559 - $2,905
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$2,590 - $5,782
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Boardwalk at Millenia

1660 Metro AveChula Vista, CA 91915
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Teresina
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$2,474 - $3,281
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$2,482 - $3,906
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Teresina

1250-1251 Santa Cora AveChula Vista, CA 91913
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Angelina Terrace
$2,199
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Angelina Terrace

181 E Orange AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Palmera
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$2,024 - $2,700
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Palmera

1225 BroadwayChula Vista, CA 91911
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Tavera
$2,405 - $3,981
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$2,410 - $6,356
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Tavera

1465 Santa Victoria RdChula Vista, CA 91913
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Terra Vista
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$2,603 - $5,238
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$2,609 - $8,153
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Terra Vista

1441 Santa Lucia RdChula Vista, CA 91913
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Sunbow Villas
$2,083 - $4,575
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 3

Sunbow Villas

720-790 Paso de LuzChula Vista, CA 91911
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Chula Vista 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 24, 2026

There are currently 41 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Chula Vista, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,700 to $3,121. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Chula Vista with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Chula Vista41$2,202$1,700

Largest Available Chula Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chula Vista, CA is found at VAYA on Axia in the Otay Ranch neighborhood and is 1,137 square feet priced from $3,534. The Residences at Escaya has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,080 square feet and currently listed start at $3,091. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chula Vista:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
VAYA on AxiaA5 Loft1,137 Sq Ft$3,534
The Residences at EscayaResidence 41,080 Sq Ft$3,091
The AvalynDesign 1G1,022 Sq Ft$3,041
The Club at EnclaveA31,008 Sq Ft$3,015
UrbanaA121,002 Sq Ft$3,073
RiverEdge Terrace*Residence One996 Sq Ft$2,871
Parco3-Bedroom 1.5-Bathroom Traditional Suite936 Sq Ft$3,340
Stirling at Cota Vera1 Bedroom Townhome + Den903 Sq Ft$3,011
Boardwalk at MilleniaA5888 Sq Ft$2,784
RivueA3753 Sq Ft$2,323

Cheapest Available Chula Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 24, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chula Vista, CA is the 3501 -1-Bed/1-Bath - 50% AMI Model starting from $1,550 at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing in the Ocean Crest neighborhood. The second most affordable Chula Vista 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Palm Shadows Apartments starting at $1,690 in the Northwest Chula Vista Area neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chula Vista is currently $2,494. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chula Vista:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing3501 -1-Bed/1-Bath - 50% AMI$1,550
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,690
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!Fully Furnished - Utilities Paid from $2095$1,695
Bayview Tower CondominiumsOne Bedroom$1,695
Windsor Heights1-Bed/1-Bath$1,700
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,700
Essex Manor Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath$1,700
636 11th Street1BR/1.0BA$1,700
614-620 13th Street1BR/1.0BA$1,700
Nestor RegencyONE BEDROOM ONE BATH$1,750

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Chula Vista Overview

"The city of Chula Vista, California, is a in scenic area in the southernmost part of the state along the Pacific coast. Chula Vista (meaning ""beautiful view"") boasts scenic bay areas and coastal mountains. It is 7 miles from downtown San Diego and 7 miles north of the Mexican border. "

Why live in Chula Vista, CA?

With a comfortable climate, a range of geographic features, opportunities for cultural enrichment, convenience to interstates, schools and vacation areas, Chula Vista makes for a very livable city. Chula Vista apartments exist in several areas close to shopping, restaurants and parks. We are confident that you will find a suitable apartment in Chula Vista!

Chula Vista, CA
Population: 271,651

Ranked #76

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chula Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Chula Vista with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Chula Vista is at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing listed at $1,550.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chula Vista Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chula Vista is $2,494.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chula Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chula Vista is a 1,137 square feet unit starting from $3,534 at VAYA on Axia.

What is the average size for Chula Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chula Vista is currently 470 sq ft.

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