Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Chula Vista Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,200 (43 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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$1,650 - $2,750

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270 Whitney St

Chula VistaCA91910
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Casa Victoria
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Victoria

667 F 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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Park Vista Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Vista Apartments

971 4th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Le Chateau Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Le Chateau Apartments

222 G 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. 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 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
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
Centre Towers Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,745
Woodlawn West ApartmentsOne Bedroom Furnished1BR,1BA$1,775
Vista Hermosa Apartments - All Utilities Incl1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,810
Chula Vista Terrace *$300 Off*One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,900
Country Club Village Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,925
Woodlawn Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,950
Casa La Paz1x11BR,1BA$1,950
The BroadwayOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$2,145

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Chula Vista, CA

As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Chula Vista area is the $2.76 price per square foot C1 Model at Azul Chula Vista in the in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood starting from $3,309. The second greatest value Central Chula Vista apartment is the Allure Model at Elan Glover Court starting at $2,495 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Northwest Chula Vista Area 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$2.76
Elan Glover CourtAllure2BR,2BA$2.50
Elan View PointeAllure2BR,2BA$2.63
340 5th Ave2/22BR,2BA$2.52
Palm Villas ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.52
Casa Corona2-bed/1-bath2BR,1BA$2.59
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27
Chula Vista Terrace *$300 Off*One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.53
Country Club Village Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.67
Centre Towers Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$2.68

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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 $1,700 at The Glorias 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 Sereno and starts from $3,304.

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