Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Chula Vista Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,300 (8 Rentals)

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Encelia Cota Vera
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Encelia Cota Vera

1910 Encelia CirChula Vista, CA 91913
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Villa Serena
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Serena

1201-1231 Medical Center DrChula Vista, CA 91911
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Harvest Ridge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Harvest Ridge

1388 E Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91913
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Sunrose Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrose Apartments

1325 Santa Rita EChula Vista, CA 91913
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East Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Chula Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Chula Vista area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! priced from $1,995. The Residences at Cota Vera has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,155. Here are the most affordable East Chula Vista apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!Basic! Utilities Paid from $19951BR,1BA$1,995
The Residences at Cota VeraResidence 1Studio,1BA$2,155
CasoleilA Bartlett 656 SF1BR,1BA$2,201

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Chula Vista, CA

As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Chula Vista area is the $2.22 price per square foot Townhome Two 4 x 3.5 Model at Salerno in the in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $5,105. The second greatest value East Chula Vista apartment is the T4 Model at Enclave Heritage Townhomes starting at $4,830 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Chula Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SalernoTownhome Two 4 x 3.54BR,3.5BA$2.22
Enclave Heritage TownhomesT43BR,3.5BA$2.57
Angelina TerraceThree Bedroom Towhome3BR,1.5BA$2.70
The Club at EnclaveB12BR,2BA$3.02
RiverEdge Terrace*Residence Two Lower2BR,2BA$3.07
The Landing at Ocean View Hills2 x 2 C - Renovated2BR,2BA$2.62
1864 Opaline Pl #423, Unit Mer Soleil Condo1864 Opaline Pl #4232BR,2BA$2.75
Elan SevillaSan Carlos2BR,1BA$3.05
Tavera40a 1x11BR,1BA$3.16
Missions at Sunbow ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$3.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA

Ranked #5

Among neighborhoods in Chula Vista, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the East Chula Vista Neighborhood in Chula Vista, CA

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

17 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

16 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Chula Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Chula Vista?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Chula Vista is at The Residences at Cota Vera listed at $2,155.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Chula Vista Apartment is $1,995 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Chula Vista is starting from $2,195 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.

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

The best deal on a cheap East Chula Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Angelina Terrace and starts from $3,295.

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