Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bayfront Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,300 (12 Rentals)

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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 Pointe Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Pointe Apartments

30 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
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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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 Studio unit found at The Glorias Apartments priced from $1,575. Woodlawn West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Bayfront apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Glorias ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,575
Woodlawn West ApartmentsOne Bedroom Furnished1BR,1BA$1,695
Vista Hermosa Apartments - All Utilities Incl1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,795
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800
Woodlawn Gardens ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, CA

As of July 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bayfront area is the $2.63 price per square foot Allure Model at Elan View Pointe in the in the Interstate 5 Corridor District neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Bayfront apartment is the 2/2 Model at Sierra Park Apartments starting at $2,500 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the South Broadway District 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.
Elan View PointeAllure2BR,2BA$2.63
Sierra Park Apartments2/22BR,2BA$2.66
Elan Casa MarAllure2BR,2BA$2.77
Vistan ApartmentsTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$2.78
The Glorias ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.10
Windsong ApartmentsSeabreeze1BR,1BA$3.16
Casa VictoriaCV1bd1ba1BR,1BA$2.92
Woodlawn West ApartmentsOne Bedroom Furnished1BR,1BA$3.08
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.67
Vista Hermosa Apartments - All Utilities Incl1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bayfront, Chula Vista, CA

Ranked #33

Among neighborhoods in Chula Vista, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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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!

Getting Around the Bayfront Neighborhood in Chula Vista, CA

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,695 at Woodlawn West 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 $2,195 at Vistan Apartments.

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