
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bayfront Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,300 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bayfront area of Chula Vista.


The Glorias Apartments

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Bayfront, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bayfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Bayfront Studio Apartments | $1,764 | $1,495 | $2,950 |
Bayfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,445 | $1,695 | $3,596 |
Bayfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,949 | $2,195 | $4,535 |
Bayfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,376 | $2,795 | $3,740 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bayfront Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA.
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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 Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Bayfront apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Glorias Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
Woodlawn Gardens Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Woodlawn West Apartments | One Bedroom Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Palm Shadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Casa Victoria | CV1bd1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, CA
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bayfront area is the $2.97 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at The Broadway in the in the Northwest Chula Vista Area neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Bayfront apartment is the Allure Model at Elan Casa Mar starting at $2,495 with a $2.77 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Broadway | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
Elan Casa Mar | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
Mariners Landing | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
Vistan Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
The Glorias Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
Sierra Park Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
Backhouse Apartments | 1x1 A1-2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
Windsong Apartments | Seabreeze | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
Casa Victoria | CV1bd1ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Woodlawn West Apartments | One Bedroom Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBayfront, Chula Vista, CA
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bayfront Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bayfront?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bayfront is under $2,205.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bayfront?
The cheapest apartment in Bayfront is Woodlawn West Apartments which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Bayfront costs $3,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bayfront?
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 2 regular apartments in Bayfront 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 Bayfront?
Cheap apartments in Bayfront have an average cost of $413 which is $2,982 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bayfront.
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