Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Ranch Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $900 (14 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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Sunrose Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrose Apartments

1325 Santa Rita EChula 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 1 Bed unit found at Terra Vista priced from $2,207. The Residences at Cota Vera has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,240. Here are the most affordable Otay Ranch apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terra VistaBALBOA1BR,1BA$2,207
The Residences at Cota VeraResidence 1Studio,1BA$2,240
Bonita Hills1 bed 1 bath Remodeled1BR,1BA$2,295
TeresinaSapphire1BR,1BA$2,372
Tavera40a 1x11BR,1BA$2,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay Ranch, CA

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Otay Ranch area is the $2.71 price per square foot EL DORADO Model at Terra Vista in the in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $3,668. The second greatest value Otay Ranch apartment is the 2x2.5 Townhome Model at Axis at Millenia starting at $3,875 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Otay Ranch 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.
Terra VistaEL DORADO3BR,2BA$2.71
Axis at Millenia2x2.5 Townhome2BR,2.5BA$3.13
Contessa at Otay RanchPlan 12BR,3BA$2.75
The Club at EnclaveA11BR,1BA$3.39
Pinnacle at Otay RanchShetland1BR,1BA$3.24
TeresinaSapphire1BR,1BA$3.19
Tavera40a 1x11BR,1BA$3.24
Bonita Hills1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.28
2342 Hummingbird St, Unit one bedroom apartment2342 Hummingbird St1BR,1BA$2.83
2579 Coyote Ridge Ter, Unit Furnished 1bed2579 Coyote Ridge Ter1BR,1BA$3.36

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Otay Ranch, Chula Vista, CA

Ranked #4

Among neighborhoods in Chula Vista, CA 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

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Ranch Apartment is $2,207 at Terra Vista.

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 $2,600 at Bonita Hills.

What is the most affordable Otay Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Otay Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Teresina and starts from $3,196.

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