Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bayfront Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,300 (31 Rentals)

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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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44 Oaklawn Ave

Chula VistaCA91910
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542 D St Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

542 D St Apartments

542 D StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Sea Vale Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Vale Villas

24 Woodlawn AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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Bay Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Village

540 C StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Paloma Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Paloma Apartments

585 E StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Casa Urbana
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Urbana

551-581 McIntosh StChula Vista, CA 91910
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529-531 E St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

529-531 E St

529-531 E StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Casa Victoria
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Victoria

667 F StChula Vista, CA 91910

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Bay Pointe Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Pointe Apartments

30 Woodlawn AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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Casselman Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casselman Apartments

560 Casselman StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Bayfront, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bayfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bayfront area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Palm Shadows Apartments priced from $1,690. The Glorias Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Bayfront apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,690
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
Woodlawn West - 30 Day Rentals!One Bedroom Furnished1BR,1BA$1,775
Woodlawn Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,999
Windsong ApartmentsSeabreeze (1BD/1BA)1BR,1BA$2,031
Elan View PointeAspire1BR,1BA$2,045
The BroadwayOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$2,145
Elan Casa MarDuo2BR,1BA$2,445
Sierra Park Apartments2/22BR,2BA$2,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, CA

As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bayfront area is the $2.66 price per square foot 2/2 Model at Sierra Park Apartments in the in the South Broadway District neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Bayfront apartment is the Duo Model at Elan Casa Mar starting at $2,445 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Northwest Chula Vista Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bayfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sierra Park Apartments2/22BR,2BA$2.66
Elan Casa MarDuo2BR,1BA$2.79
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27
Elan View PointeAspire1BR,1BA$2.82
Windsong ApartmentsSeabreeze (1BD/1BA)1BR,1BA$3.05
The BroadwayOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$3.25
Woodlawn Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.20
Woodlawn West - 30 Day Rentals!One Bedroom Furnished1BR,1BA$3.23
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.11

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Bayfront, Chula Vista, and the greater San Diego area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bayfront Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayfront Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayfront Apartment is $1,690 at Palm Shadows Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bayfront is starting from $2,445 at Elan Casa Mar.

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