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property at 740 Edgewater Dr

$1,050

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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740 Edgewater Dr

Chula VistaCA91913

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property at 445 Park Way

$1,800

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$1,800
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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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445 Park Way, Unit 445 Parkway #B

445 Park Way
Chula VistaCA91910

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property at 370 Alpine Ave

$1,895

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$1,895
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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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370 Alpine Ave, Unit B

370 Alpine Ave
Chula VistaCA91910

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Palmera
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$1,947 - $3,803
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Palmera

1225 BroadwayChula Vista, CA 91911
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Point Bonita
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$1,968 - $3,216
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Point Bonita

250 Bonita Glen DrChula Vista, CA 91910
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Sierra Park Apartments
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$2,000 - $2,950
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Sierra Park Apartments

879 Colorado AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chula Vista, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/16/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Chula Vista, 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 Chula Vista Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Chula Vista$3,467$1,575139

Cheapest Available Chula Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chula Vista, CA is a Studio unit found at SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS in the Paradise Hills neighborhood priced from $1,575. Vista Shores in the Interstate 5 Corridor District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chula Vista apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDSStudio D1Studio,1BA$1,575
Vista Shores1+11BR,1BA$1,595
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,690
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!Fully Furnished - Utilities Paid from $20951BR,1BA$1,695
Windsor Heights1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,700
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
Essex Manor Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,700
2137-2145 E 16th St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA

As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chula Vista area is the $2.28 price per square foot 5 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 1141 Granger St in the in the Egger Highlands neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value Chula Vista apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at Villa Seville starting at $2,762 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chula Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1141 Granger St5 Beds, 2 Baths5BR,2BA$2.28
Villa Seville3 bedroom3BR,2BA$2.20
Bonita CedarsPlan 2A2BR,2BA$2.52
Meadowbrook3 BR, 1.5 BA3BR,1.5BA$2.31
Hollister Creek Apartments2/2 Upgraded Flooring and Cabinet Faces2BR,2BA$2.50
Palm Villas ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.52
Imperial Beach Palms2/1.52BR,1.5BA$2.44
Park Bonita2 Bed 2 Bath A2BR,2BA$2.25
1048 & 1100 E Ave.3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$2.41
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27

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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 Cheap Chula Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chula Vista?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chula Vista is at SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS listed at $1,575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chula Vista Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chula Vista Apartment is $1,595 at Vista Shores.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chula Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chula Vista is starting from $2,016 at Park Bonita.

What is the most affordable Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1048 & 1100 E Ave. and starts from $2,100.

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