Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Ranch Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $900 (6 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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The Landings II
3 Bedroom Apartments

The Landings II

2122 Burdock WayChula Vista, CA 91915
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Harvest Ridge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Harvest Ridge

1388 E Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91913
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Otay Ranch, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Otay Ranch Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Otay Ranch area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at The Residences at Cota Vera priced from $2,055. Bonita Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Otay Ranch apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences at Cota VeraResidence 1Studio,1BA$2,055
Bonita Hills1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,295
Tavera40a 1x11BR,1BA$2,339

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay Ranch, CA

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Otay Ranch area is the $2.14 price per square foot Townhome Two 4 x 3.5 Model at Salerno in the in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $4,908. The second greatest value Otay Ranch apartment is the 40d 3x2 Model at Tavera starting at $4,342 with a $3.23 price per square foot in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Otay Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SalernoTownhome Two 4 x 3.54BR,3.5BA$2.14
Tavera40d 3x23BR,2BA$3.23
Axis at Millenia2x2.5 Townhome2BR,2.5BA$3.03
Contessa at Otay RanchPlan 12BR,3BA$2.75
The Club at EnclaveB12BR,2BA$2.96
Rolling Hills Gardens ApartmentsPlan C2BR,2BA$3.31
Enclave Otay RanchA31BR,1BA$3.20
Boardwalk at MilleniaA51BR,1BA$3.13
Pinnacle at Otay RanchShetland1BR,1BA$3.30
Bonita Hills1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.28

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Otay Ranch, Chula Vista, CA

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Otay Ranch Neighborhood in Chula Vista, CA

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Otay Ranch Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Otay Ranch?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Otay Ranch is at The Residences at Cota Vera listed at $2,055.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Ranch Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Ranch Apartment is $2,295 at Bonita Hills.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Otay Ranch is starting from $2,757 at Pinnacle at Otay Ranch.

What is the most affordable Otay Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Otay Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Toscana at Rancho Del Rey and starts from $3,345.

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