Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Chula Vista Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,200 (11 Rentals)

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Casa De Roca
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa De Roca

483-487 F StChula Vista, CA 91910
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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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Paloma Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Paloma Apartments

585 E StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Central Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Chula Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Chula Vista area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios Just Minutes from the Coast! priced from $1,445. Bay Breeze Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable Central Chula Vista apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios Just Minutes from the Coast!0+1, upstairsStudio,1BA$1,445
Bay Breeze Apartments1-bed/1-bath - classic1BR,1BA$1,625
Centre Towers Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,745
Vista Hermosa Apartments - All Utilities Incl1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,795
Casa VictoriaCV1bd1ba1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Chula Vista, CA

As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Chula Vista area is the $2.81 price per square foot C1 Model at Azul Chula Vista in the in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood starting from $3,369. The second greatest value Central Chula Vista apartment is the 2x2 Model at Sereno starting at $2,904 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Chula Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Azul Chula VistaC13BR,2BA$2.81
Sereno2x22BR,2BA$2.99
Palm Villas ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.52
Vistan ApartmentsTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$2.65
Chula Vista Terrace *$600 Off*One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.80
Country Club Village Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.67
Casa VictoriaCV1bd1ba1BR,1BA$2.85
Centre Towers Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$2.68
Casa La Paz1x11BR,1BA$3.00
Elan Glover CourtAspire1BR,1BA$3.10

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California, including Chula Vista. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Chula Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Chula Vista?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Chula Vista is at Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios Just Minutes from the Coast! listed at $1,445.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Chula Vista Apartment is $1,625 at Bay Breeze Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Chula Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Chula Vista is starting from $2,095 at Centre Towers Apartments.

What is the most affordable Central Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Azul Chula Vista and starts from $3,369.

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