Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hilltop Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,200 (15 Rentals)

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The Mark At Bonita
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Mark At Bonita

3240-3248 Bonita RdChula Vista, CA 91910
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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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Hilltop, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hilltop Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hilltop area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Point Bonita priced from $1,857. Country Club Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,925. Here are the most affordable Hilltop apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Point BonitaDesign EAStudio,1BA$1,857
Country Club Village Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,925
Casa La Paz1x11BR,1BA$1,950
Eucalyptus Grove ApartmentsSTUDIO BStudio,1BA$2,006
Casa Estilo - Luxury LivingB.1 - 1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$2,149

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hilltop, CA

As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hilltop area is the $2.56 price per square foot Fountain Upstairs Model at Greentree Fountain Apartments in the in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Hilltop apartment is the 2-bed/1-bath Model at Casa Corona starting at $2,395 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the Northwest Chula Vista Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hilltop apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Greentree Fountain ApartmentsFountain Upstairs2BR,2BA$2.56
Casa Corona2-bed/1-bath2BR,1BA$2.59
Azul Chula VistaB12BR,2BA$3.11
Country Club Village Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.67
Casa Estilo - Luxury LivingA.L - Studio with LoftStudio ,1.5BA$4.25
Casa La Paz1x11BR,1BA$3.00
Union Apartments1x1 F1BR,1BA$4.15
Eucalyptus Grove ApartmentsSTUDIO AStudio ,1BA$4.57
Point BonitaDesign EAStudio ,1BA$4.56

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hilltop, Chula Vista, CA

Ranked #31

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Hilltop Neighborhood in Chula Vista, CA

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hilltop Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hilltop?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hilltop is at Point Bonita listed at $1,857.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hilltop Apartment is $1,925 at Country Club Village Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hilltop is starting from $2,395 at Casa Corona.

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