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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,300 (28 Rentals)
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Park Palomar
244 Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Casa de Palomar Apartments
225 Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Burkhart Apartments
1241 5th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Orange Glen
307 Orange AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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550 Oxford StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Villa Seville
555 Naples StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Palmera
1225 BroadwayChula Vista, CA 91911
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Country Apartments
1486 BroadwayChula Vista, CA 91911
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Casa Madrid
240 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Vista Lane
1440-1450 2nd AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Malibu South Apartments
1151 4th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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The Adelaide
1311 4th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Park View Apartments
350-360 Oxford StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Stone Creek
3865 Main StChula Vista, CA 91911
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The Palomar Apartments
171 Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Quintard Manor
210 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Costa Fina
1271 BroadwayChula Vista, CA 91911
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Castle Arms
250 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Castle Park Gardens
272 Kennedy StChula Vista, CA 91911
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La Casa Bonita Apartments
548 Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Vista Knolls Apartments
1470 2nd AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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J.E.K. II Apartments
345 Zenith StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Casa Linda
317 Zenith StChula Vista, CA 91911
1487 Hilltop Dr
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832 Desty St
San DiegoCA92154
2646 McBurney Ct
San DiegoCA92154
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3727 Byrd StSan Diego, CA 92154
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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 |
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| Otay Studio Apartments | $2,188 | $2,075 | $2,245 |
| Otay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $1,695 | $2,600 |
| Otay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,664 | $2,195 | $3,840 |
| Otay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,269 | $2,762 | $3,745 |
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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 Casa de Palomar Apartments 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 |
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| Casa de Palomar Apartments | 1 bed/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Burkhart Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Orange Glen | OG1bd1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Villa Granada Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,955 |
| Palmera | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 663 SQ. FT. | 1BR,1BA | $1,955 |
| Country Apartments | MOVE-IN SPECIAL – FIRST MONTH'S RENT FREE - Com... | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Casa Madrid | 1Br/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Vista Lane | 1BD, 1BTH R1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,015 |
| Malibu South Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,035 |
| Park View Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,215 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Otay 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 Otay apartment is the Laguna Model at Stone Creek starting at $2,950 with a $3.33 price per square foot in the South West Chula Vista 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 Seville | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Stone Creek | Laguna | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| Casa de Palomar Apartments | 1 bed/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Palmera | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 702 SQ. FT. | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| Malibu South Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Villa Granada Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Country Apartments | MOVE-IN SPECIAL – FIRST MONTH'S RENT FREE - Com... | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Vista Lane | 1BD, 1BTH R1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Casa Madrid | 1Br/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Burkhart Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Otay Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Apartment is $1,795 at Casa de Palomar Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Otay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Otay is starting from $2,175 at Casa de Palomar Apartments.
What is the most affordable Otay Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Otay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villa Seville and starts from $2,762.
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