Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harborside Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,100 (39 Rentals)

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Palmera
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$1,955 - $3,811
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Palmera

1225 BroadwayChula Vista, CA 91911
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Sierra Park Apartments
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$2,000 - $2,950
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Sierra Park Apartments

879 Colorado AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Alderwood
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$2,215 - $2,775
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$2,215 - $2,775
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Alderwood

1121 4th StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Sereno
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$2,800 - $3,751
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Sereno

930 Third AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Megan Court Apartments
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Megan Court Apartments

340 Moss StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Sund Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sund Apartments

1145 4th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Moss Gardens Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Moss Gardens Apartments

521-535 W Moss StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Costa Fina
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Costa Fina

1271 BroadwayChula Vista, CA 91911
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Park Vista Apartments
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Park Vista Apartments

971 4th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Castle Park Gardens
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Castle Park Gardens

272 Kennedy StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Villa Hermosa
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Hermosa

615 Moss StChula Vista, CA 91911

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Harborside, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Harborside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Harborside area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Costa Fina priced from $1,795. Seawind Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,805. Here are the most affordable Harborside apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Costa FinaFina1b1b1BR,1BA$1,795
Seawind ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,805
Burkhart ApartmentsOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1,850
Orange GlenOG1bd1ba1BR,1BA$1,895
Vista HermosaStudioStudio,1BA$1,925
San Remo CourtOne Bedroom Upstairs1BR,1BA$1,950
Cordova ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,950
Palmera1 Bedroom 1 Bath 663 SQ. FT.1BR,1BA$1,955
Villa Granada Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,955
Park View Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harborside, CA

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harborside area is the $2.20 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at Villa Seville in the in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood starting from $2,762. The second greatest value Harborside apartment is the 2x2 Model at Sereno starting at $2,800 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harborside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villa Seville3 bedroom3BR,2BA$2.20
Sereno2x22BR,2BA$2.88
Palm Villas ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.52
Sierra Park Apartments2/22BR,2BA$2.66
Moss Gardens Apartments2 B2BR,1BA$2.82
Palmera1 Bedroom 1 Bath 702 SQ. FT.1BR,1BA$3.03
Malibu South ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.99
San Remo CourtOne Bedroom Upstairs1BR,1BA$3.00
Villa Granada Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.05
Villa Marina1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.12

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Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for South San Diego. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harborside Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Harborside?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Harborside is at Seawind Apartments listed at $1,805.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Harborside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harborside Apartment is $1,795 at Costa Fina.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Harborside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Harborside is starting from $2,225 at Vista Point Apartments.

What is the most affordable Harborside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Harborside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villa Seville and starts from $2,762.

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