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The Landings II
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The Landings II

2122 Burdock WayChula Vista, CA 91915
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542 D St Apartments
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542 D St Apartments

542 D StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Camelot Apartments
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Camelot Apartments

986 5th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Encelia Cota Vera
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Encelia Cota Vera

1910 Encelia CirChula Vista, CA 91913
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382 Vance St
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382 Vance St

382 Vance StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Enclave Otay Ranch
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Enclave Otay Ranch

1625 Santa Venetia StChula Vista, CA 91913
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Castle Park
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Castle Park

1405-1413 1st AveChula Vista, CA 91911

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Chula Vista 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 3 available 3 Bedroom apartment units in Chula Vista, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,845 to $3,800. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Chula Vista with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Chula Vista3$3,525$2,845

Largest Available Chula Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Chula Vista, CA is found at Salerno in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood and is 1,844 square feet priced from $4,320. Rivue in the Otay Ranch neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,669 square feet and currently listed start at $4,442. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Chula Vista:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
SalernoTownhome Three 3 x 3.51,844 Sq Ft$4,320
RivueC31,669 Sq Ft$4,442
Axis at Millenia3x3 Townhome1,552 Sq Ft$4,225
The Club at EnclaveC11,466 Sq Ft$3,789
RiverEdge Terrace*Residence Four Upper1,451 Sq Ft$3,664
Stirling at Cota Vera3 Bedroom Townhome1,407 Sq Ft$4,390
245-251 H St257 H st unit 61,400 Sq Ft$3,700
Terra VistaEL DORADO1,356 Sq Ft$3,802

Cheapest Available Chula Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Chula Vista, CA is the 3BR/1.0BA Model starting from $2,500 at 1048 & 1100 E Ave. in the Rosebank neighborhood. The second most affordable Chula Vista 3 Bedroom is the 3-Bed/1.5-Bath - 70% AMI Model at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing starting at $2,599 in the Ocean Crest neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Chula Vista is currently $4,127. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Chula Vista:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1048 & 1100 E Ave.3BR/1.0BA$2,500
Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing3-Bed/1.5-Bath - 70% AMI$2,599
Wintergreen3 Bed 2 Bath$3,080
Greenfield VillageMontecito$3,094
CasoleilE Lauritz 1,295 SF Reno$3,287
Angelina TerraceThree Bedroom Towhome$3,295
Missions at Sunbow ApartmentsG$3,334
Toscana at Rancho Del ReyBarcelona$3,345
Sereno3x2$3,495
Casa Lago Eastlakec1$3,499

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chula Vista, CA

Ranked #100

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Chula Vista, CA

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Chula Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Chula Vista with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Chula Vista is at 1048 & 1100 E Ave. listed at $2,500.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Chula Vista Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Chula Vista is $4,127.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Chula Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chula Vista is a 1,844 square feet unit starting from $4,320 at Salerno.

What is the average size for Chula Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Chula Vista is currently 1,464 sq ft.

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