Cheap Homes for Rent in Chula Vista, CA from $1,200 (37 Rentals)

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property at 6935 Simi Pl

$1,350

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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6935 Simi Pl

San DiegoCA92139
property at 1551 Broadway

$1,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1551 Broadway

Chula VistaCA91911

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property at 170 Garrett Ave

$1,695

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$1,695

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170 Garrett Ave

Chula VistaCA91910
property at 312 J Ave

$1,700

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$1,700

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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312 J Ave, Unit #67

312 J Ave
National CityCA91950
property at 4809 Birchbark Ln

$1,800

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$1,800

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4809 Birchbark Ln

BonitaCA91902

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property at 761 Diamond Dr

$2,100

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$2,100

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761 Diamond Dr

Chula VistaCA91911
property at 110 N 2nd Ave

$2,100

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110 N 2nd Ave, Unit 1

110 N 2nd Ave
Chula VistaCA91910
property at 5432 Horse Ridge Way

$2,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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property at 622 I St

$2,200

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622 I St

Chula VistaCA91910

Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chula Vista, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/01/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Chula Vista, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chula Vista Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Chula Vista$3,344$1,445169

Cheapest Available Chula Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chula Vista, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing in the Ocean Crest neighborhood priced from $1,375. SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS in the Paradise Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chula Vista apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing3501 -Studio - 50% AMIStudio,1BA$1,375
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDSStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,575
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!Fully Furnished - Utilities Paid from $20951BR,1BA$1,695
Windsor Heights1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,700
Essex Manor Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,700
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
ViewSpectacle1BR,1BA$1,711
Bayview Tower Condominiums1-1 - Unfurnished1BR,1BA$1,734
Centre Towers Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,745
Bay Breeze Apartments1-bed/1-bath - classic1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA

As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chula Vista area is the $2.29 price per square foot Townhome Four 3 x 3.5 Model at Salerno in the in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $4,595. The second greatest value Chula Vista apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at Villa Seville starting at $2,762 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chula Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SalernoTownhome Four 3 x 3.53BR,3.5BA$2.29
Villa Seville3 bedroom3BR,2BA$2.20
Camelot Apartments2B2BR,2BA$2.13
1221 Gonzales Way2bed2bath2BR,2BA$1.92
Meadowbrook3 BR, 1.5 BA3BR,1.5BA$2.31
Elan Glover CourtAllure2BR,2BA$2.50
Hollister Creek Apartments2/2 Upgraded Flooring and Cabinet Faces2BR,2BA$2.50
Palm Villas ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.52
Sea Vale Bluff ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.39
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89

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Chula Vista, CA
Population: 271,651

Ranked #76

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chula Vista

What type of rentals are currently available in Chula Vista?

There are currently 1394 Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,375 to $15,073. There are also 257 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chula Vista ranging from $1,200 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chula Vista?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chula Vista ranges from $1,200 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,281.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chula Vista?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chula Vista range from $1,922 to $6,153, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,550 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,775.

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