Cheap Homes for Rent in Chula Vista, CA from $1,100 (32 Rentals)

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property at 740 Edgewater Dr

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740 Edgewater Dr

Chula VistaCA91913

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property at 170 Garrett Ave

$1,695

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170 Garrett Ave

Chula VistaCA91910

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property at 4809 Birchbark Ln

$1,700

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4809 Birchbark Ln

BonitaCA91902
property at 5527 Bolivar St

$1,895

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5527 Bolivar St

San DiegoCA92139

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property at 2077 Grove Ave

$1,950

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2077 Grove Ave

San DiegoCA92154
property at 5432 Horse Ridge Way

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Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chula Vista, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/16/2026

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$3,304$1,350184

Cheapest Available Chula Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chula Vista, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1221 Gonzales Way in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood priced from $1,350. Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing in the Ocean Crest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chula Vista apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1221 Gonzales Way1bed1bath1BR,1BA$1,350
Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing3501 -Studio - 50% AMIStudio,1BA$1,375
Vista Shores – Bright, Renovated Studios Just Minutes from the Coast!0+1, upstairsStudio,1BA$1,445
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDSStudio D1Studio,1BA$1,575
Palm Shadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,690
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!Fully Furnished - Utilities Paid from $20951BR,1BA$1,695
Windsor Heights1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,700
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
Essex Manor Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA

As of May 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista apartment is the 2B Model at Camelot Apartments starting at $2,450 with a $2.13 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.
Villa Seville3 bedroom3BR,2BA$2.20
Camelot Apartments2B2BR,2BA$2.13
Meadowbrook3 BR, 1.5 BA3BR,1.5BA$2.31
Elan Glover CourtAllure2BR,2BA$2.50
Chula Vista Terrace *$300 Off*Two Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.10
Hollister Creek Apartments2/2 Upgraded Flooring and Cabinet Faces2BR,2BA$2.40
Palm Villas ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.52
1221 Gonzales Way1bed1bath1BR,1BA$1.42
The Glorias ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27
Casa de Palomar Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.54

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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 1390 Apartments for Rent in Chula Vista, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $12,486. There are also 213 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chula Vista ranging from $1,150 to $30,000.

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 $1,150 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,034.

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 $7,155, 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 $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,909.

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