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442 F StChula Vista, CA 91910
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225 Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91911
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580 L StChula Vista, CA 91911
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255 Woodlawn AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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324 Telegraph Canyon RdChula Vista, CA 91910
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521 Park WayChula Vista, CA 91910
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274 Twin Oaks AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chula Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Chula Vista Studio Apartments | $1,905 | $1,350 | $2,613 |
| Cheap Chula Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $900 | $3,596 |
| Cheap Chula Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,077 | $1,747 | $4,675 |
| Cheap Chula Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,840 | $1,922 | $6,814 |
| Cheap Chula Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,614 | $3,279 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chula Vista, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/17/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Downtown Chula Vista | $3,209 | $1,445 | 121 |
Cheapest Available Chula Vista Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Chula Vista, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing in the Ocean Crest neighborhood priced from $1,375. Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios Just Minutes from the Coast! in the Interstate 5 Corridor District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,445. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chula Vista apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing | 3501 -Studio - 50% AMI | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios Just Minutes from the Coast! | 0+1, upstairs | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS | Studio D1 | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| Bay Breeze Apartments | 1-bed/1-bath - classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Fully Furnished - Utilities Paid from $2095 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Palm Shadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Essex Manor Apartments | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Bayview Tower Condominiums | 1-1 - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $1,734 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA
As of March 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chula Vista area is the $2.37 price per square foot Townhome Four 3 x 3.5 Model at Salerno in the in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $4,761. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Salerno | Townhome Four 3 x 3.5 | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.37 |
| Villa Seville | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Pinnacle at Otay Ranch | Appaloosa | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Vista Palmera | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Camelot Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| 1221 Gonzales Way | 2bed2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Meadowbrook | 3 BR, 1.5 BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.30 |
| Palm Villas Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Sea Vale Bluff Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Palm Shadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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"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!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chula Vista Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chula Vista?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chula Vista is under $1,734.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chula Vista?
The cheapest apartment in Chula Vista is Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing which is listed at $1,464, while the average apartment in Chula Vista costs $3,209.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chula Vista?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Chula Vista that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chula Vista?
Cheap apartments in Chula Vista have an average cost of $205 which is $3,004 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chula Vista.
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