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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,300 (7 Rentals)
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Orange Glen
307 Orange AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Burkhart Apartments
1241 5th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Otay, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Otay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,102 | $1,795 | $2,600 |
| Otay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,630 | $2,095 | $3,100 |
| Otay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,142 | $2,995 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Otay Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Otay area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Orange Glen priced from $1,795. Burkhart Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Otay apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Glen | OG1bd1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Burkhart Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Casa Madrid | 1Br/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay, CA
As of November 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Otay area is the $2.55 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Villa Granada Apartments in the in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Otay apartment is the 2 bed /1.5 bath Model at Casa de Palomar Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Otay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Villa Granada Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| Casa de Palomar Apartments | 2 bed /1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.13 |
| Casa Madrid | 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Palmera | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 702 SQ. FT. | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Malibu South Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Villa Seville | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Park View Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Country Apartments | Move-In Special: $500 Off First Month’s Rent! ?... | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Burkhart Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Orange Glen | OG1bd1ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
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Best Local Schools in Otay, Chula Vista, CA
Montgomery Senior High
Sweetwater Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1745)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Otay Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Otay?
The cheapest apartment in Otay is Orange Glen which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Otay costs $3,152.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Otay?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Otay that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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