Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chula Vista Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA (520 Rentals)

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Azul Chula Vista
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$2,094 - $4,760

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Base Rent$2,094 - $4,760
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Azul Chula Vista

310 K StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Sereno
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$2,501 - $3,471

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Base Rent$2,501 - $3,471
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Sereno

930 Third AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Point Bonita
$1,947 - $3,153

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Point Bonita

250 Bonita Glen DrChula Vista, CA 91910
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Sierra Park Apartments
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$2,000 - $2,950

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Base Rent$2,000 - $2,950
Total Monthly Price$2,000 - $2,950
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Sierra Park Apartments

879 Colorado AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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278 Ash Ave, Unit 280.5
$2,300

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Base Rent$2,300
Total Monthly Price$2,300
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278 Ash Ave, Unit 280.5

278 Ash AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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property at 521 Fourth Ave
$1,560

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Base Rent$1,560
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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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521 Fourth Ave

Chula VistaCA91910
property at 615 Garrett Ave
$3,400

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Base Rent$3,400
Total Monthly Price$3,400
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent
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615 Garrett Ave

Chula VistaCA91910
property at 423 Colorado Ave
$2,700

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Base Rent$2,700
Total Monthly Price$2,700
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
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423 Colorado Ave, Unit B

423 Colorado Ave
Chula VistaCA91910
property at 575 E St
$2,990

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Base Rent$2,990
Total Monthly Price$2,990
2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Sep 15
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575 E St, Unit 3

575 E St
Chula VistaCA91910
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Downtown Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Chula Vista, Chula Vista, and the greater Chula Vista area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with little ones, location matters. Amongst all of the submarkets in Chula Vista, this neighborhood has emerged as amongst the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and more.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to the outdoors is critically important. This residential area is a highly-rated section of town for its parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood has risen to be one of our favorite higher-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, on-site concierge services, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs or cats? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chula Vista

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Chula Vista area of Chula Vista, CA?

As of today, September 07, 2026, there are currently 520 available Downtown Chula Vista apartments priced from $1,445 to $11,517, with an average monthly rent of $2,517.

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Chula Vista?

There are currently 176 Studio Apartments in Downtown Chula Vista with rent ranges from $1,445 to $2,501 with an average price of $2,002.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Chula Vista Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Chula Vista ranges from $1,700 to $3,005 with an average monthly rent of $2,286.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chula Vista cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Chula Vista range from $1,900 to $4,300. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,806.

How expensive are Downtown Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 57 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Chula Vista on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,700 to $3,429 - averaging $3,143 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.