Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA from $800 (231 Rentals)

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212 Garrett Ave, Unit NONE
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212 Garrett Ave, Unit NONE

212 Garrett AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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224 F St, Unit 1 br apt

224 F St
Chula VistaCA91910

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Point Bonita
$1,964 - $3,276
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Point Bonita

250 Bonita Glen DrChula Vista, CA 91910
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Palmera
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$1,972 - $3,660
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Palmera

1225 BroadwayChula Vista, CA 91911
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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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Casa Madrid
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$2,099 - $2,999
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Casa Madrid

240 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chula Vista, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/31/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Chula Vista, CA area range in price from $1,495 to $4,300 with an overall median price of $3,473. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chula Vista Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Chula Vista$3,473$1,495100

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 $1,455. SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS in the Paradise Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chula Vista apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing3501 -Studio - 50% AMIStudio,1BA$1,455
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDSStudio D1Studio,1BA$1,575
Main Street Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,650
Imperial Beach Palms1/11BR,1BA$1,685
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,690
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!Fully Furnished - Utilities Paid from $20951BR,1BA$1,695
Bayview Tower CondominiumsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Parkview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Windsor Heights1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,700
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA

As of July 31, 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
14 on HardingTown Houses2BR,2BA$2.46
Villa Granada Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.16
Greentree Fountain ApartmentsGreentree w/Balcony2BR,2BA$2.39
Meadowbrook3 BR, 1.5 BA3BR,1.5BA$2.31
Vista La Rosa2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.47
Palm Villas ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.52
Main Street Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.20
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
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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 Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing listed at $1,455.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chula Vista Apartment is $1,550 at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing.

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 $1,650 at Main Street Apartments.

What is the most affordable Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing and starts from $1,916.

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