1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA (658 Rentals)

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Luminary at Cota Vera
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$2,700 - $2,725
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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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$2,980 - $3,486
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$2,996 - $4,776
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Stirling at Cota Vera

2045 Paseo BellunoChula Vista, CA 91913
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VAYA on Axia
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$2,600 - $3,700
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$2,609 - $4,834
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VAYA on Axia

1910 Axia WayChula Vista, CA 91915
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Rivue
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$2,383 - $2,717
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$2,465 - $9,638
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Rivue

1902 Millenia AveChula Vista, CA 91915
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Boardwalk at Millenia
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$2,421 - $2,641
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$2,472 - $4,755
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Boardwalk at Millenia

1660 Metro AveChula Vista, CA 91915
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Sereno
$2,665
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$2,671 - $3,791
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Sereno

930 Third AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Casa Madrid
$2,095 - $2,103
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Casa Madrid

240 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Rosina Vista
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$2,933 - $3,083
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$2,933 - $8,172
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Rosina Vista

1551 Summerland StChula Vista, CA 91913
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Point Bonita
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$2,104 - $2,591
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$1,974 - $3,227
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Point Bonita

250 Bonita Glen DrChula Vista, CA 91910
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Teresina
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$2,177 - $2,473
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$2,185 - $4,020
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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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$1,998 - $2,137
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$2,006 - $3,828
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Palmera

1225 BroadwayChula Vista, CA 91911
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Tavera
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$2,310 - $5,124
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$2,334 - $8,950
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Tavera

1465 Santa Victoria RdChula Vista, CA 91913
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Terra Vista
$2,705 - $6,532
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$2,721 - $12,369
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Terra Vista

1441 Santa Lucia RdChula Vista, CA 91913
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Sunbow Villas
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$2,775 - $6,231
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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: July 09, 2026

There are currently 49 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Chula Vista, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,695 to $3,900. 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 Vista49$2,235$1,695

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. Casa Estilo in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,094 square feet and currently listed start at $3,900. 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
Casa EstiloD-L1,094 Sq Ft$3,900
The AvalynDesign 1G1,022 Sq Ft$3,049
UrbanaA121,002 Sq Ft$3,332
RiverEdge Terrace*Residence One996 Sq Ft$2,847
Parco3-Bedroom 1.5-Bathroom Traditional Suite936 Sq Ft$3,185
Enclave Town CenterA3915 Sq Ft$3,170
Stirling at Cota Vera1 Bedroom Townhome + Den903 Sq Ft$2,996
Pinnacle at Otay RanchEquestrian871 Sq Ft$2,469
RivueA3753 Sq Ft$2,592

Cheapest Available Chula Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 09, 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 San Ysidro 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 $2,562. 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 Unfurnished$1,695
Essex Manor Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath$1,700
Windsor Heights1-Bed/1-Bath$1,700
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,700
2137-2145 E 16th St1 Beds, 1 Baths$1,700
Park PalomarPP1$1,750
The Plaza1x1$1,754

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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

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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 $2,562.

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 547 sq ft.

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