
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Chula Vista Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,200 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Chula Vista area of Chula Vista.


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Central Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Chula Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Chula Vista Studio Apartments | $1,508 | $1,445 | $2,000 |
| Central Chula Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,097 | $1,700 | $2,575 |
| Central Chula Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,482 | $1,900 | $3,054 |
| Central Chula Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,366 | $2,795 | $3,745 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Chula Vista Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios Just Minutes from the Coast! | 0+1, upstairs | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Bay Breeze Apartments | 1-bed/1-bath - classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Centre Towers Apartments | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Vista Hermosa Apartments - All Utilities Incl | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Casa Victoria | CV1bd1ba | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azul Chula Vista | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Sereno | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Palm Villas Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Vistan Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Chula Vista Terrace *$600 Off* | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Country Club Village Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Casa Victoria | CV1bd1ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Centre Towers Apartments | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Casa La Paz | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Elan Glover Court | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
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Best Local Schools in Central Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA
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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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