Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho del Rey Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,700 (21 Rentals)

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Harvest Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harvest Ridge

1388 E Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91913
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Terra Nova
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terra Nova

440 E H StChula Vista, CA 91910

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Rancho del Rey, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rancho del Rey Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho del Rey area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Casa Madrid priced from $1,895. Vista Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Rancho del Rey apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Casa Madrid1Br/1Ba1BR,1BA$1,895
Vista Apartments1BD, 1BTH R11BR,1BA$1,995
Missions at Sunbow ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$2,208
Canyon VillaA11BR,1BA$2,234
Bonita Hills1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho del Rey, CA

As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho del Rey area is the $2.73 price per square foot T3 Model at Enclave Heritage Townhomes in the in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $5,105. The second greatest value Rancho del Rey apartment is the Townhome One 3 x 3.5 Model at Salerno starting at $3,939 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho del Rey apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Enclave Heritage TownhomesT33BR,3.5BA$2.73
SalernoTownhome One 3 x 3.53BR,3.5BA$2.15
Angelina TerraceThree Bedroom Towhome3BR,1.5BA$2.70
Park Bonita2 Bed 2 Bath A2BR,2BA$2.94
Elan SevillaSolana1BR,1BA$3.12
Canyon VillaA11BR,1BA$2.91
Pinnacle at Otay RanchShetland1BR,1BA$3.33
Casa Madrid2Br/1Ba2BR,1BA$3.17
Missions at Sunbow ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$3.05
Bonita Hills1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.28

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rancho Del Rey, Chula Vista, CA

Ranked #6

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 Rancho del Rey Neighborhood in Chula Vista, CA

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

23 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho del Rey Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho del Rey Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho del Rey Apartment is $1,895 at Casa Madrid.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rancho del Rey Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rancho del Rey is starting from $2,295 at Casa Madrid.

What is the most affordable Rancho del Rey Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rancho del Rey Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rosina Vista and starts from $3,160.

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