
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho del Rey Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,300 (45 Rentals)
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Casa Madrid

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Angelina Terrace

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1085 Monserate Ave

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Missions at Sunbow Apartments

Pinnacle at Otay Ranch

Vista Lane

Canyon Villa

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The Residences at Cota Vera
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Rosina Vista

Beacon Cove - CALL FOR GREAT SPECIAL!!!!

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Teresina

The Club at Enclave

Elan Sevilla

Bonita Hills

Enclave Heritage Flats

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Terra Vista

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Artisan at the Village of Escaya
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Luminary at Cota Vera

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Tavera

Toscana at Rancho Del Rey

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Sunbow Villas

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Stirling at Cota Vera

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Salerno

813 Caminito Nogales

Encelia Cota Vera

1221 Gonzales Way
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1379 Serena Cir

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Camden Sierra at Otay Ranch

Enclave Otay Ranch

1281 Aguirre Dr

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321 Greenwood Pl, Unit Private studio for rent

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4319 Corral Canyon Rd, Unit A

Park Bonita

Rancho Vista
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Rancho del Rey, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho del Rey?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Rancho del Rey Studio Apartments | $1,950 | $1,700 | $2,200 |
| Rancho del Rey 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,856 | $1,476 | $4,470 |
| Rancho del Rey 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,370 | $2,199 | $5,442 |
| Rancho del Rey 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,259 | $2,999 | $7,093 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rancho del Rey Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA.
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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 1221 Gonzales Way priced from $1,350. Sunrose Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,078. Here are the most affordable Rancho del Rey apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1221 Gonzales Way | 1bed1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Sunrose Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,078 |
| Park Bonita | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,196 |
| Casa Madrid | 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| Missions at Sunbow Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $2,246 |
| The Residences at Cota Vera | Residence 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,328 |
| Beacon Cove - CALL FOR GREAT SPECIAL!!!! | 1 Bedroom /1 Bath- UP TO$1,200 OFF* | 1BR,1BA | $2,330 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho del Rey, CA
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho del Rey area is the $2.72 price per square foot T3 Model at Enclave Heritage Townhomes in the in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $5,079. The second greatest value Rancho del Rey apartment is the Townhome One 3 x 3.5 Model at Salerno starting at $4,045 with a $2.21 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Enclave Heritage Townhomes | T3 | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.72 |
| Salerno | Townhome One 3 x 3.5 | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.21 |
| Enclave Otay Ranch | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| Toscana at Rancho Del Rey | Valencia | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| Elan Sevilla | San Carlos | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| 1221 Gonzales Way | 1bed1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Sunrose Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Canyon Villa | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Casa Madrid | 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Missions at Sunbow Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Rancho Del Rey, Chula Vista, CA
Chula Vista Hills Elementary
Bonita Vista Senior High
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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 $1,350 at 1221 Gonzales Way.
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 $2,078 at Sunrose Apartments.
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 Teresina and starts from $3,303.
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