
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Miguel Ranch Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,600 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the San Miguel Ranch area of Chula Vista.


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San Miguel Ranch, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Miguel Ranch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Miguel Ranch Studio Apartments | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| San Miguel Ranch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,770 | $2,295 | $3,384 |
| San Miguel Ranch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,948 | $2,655 | $3,427 |
| San Miguel Ranch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,352 | $5,352 | $5,352 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the San Miguel Ranch Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA.
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Cheapest Available San Miguel Ranch Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonita Hills | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Rolling Hills Gardens Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,780 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Miguel Ranch, CA
As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Miguel Ranch area is the $3.66 price per square foot Plan A Model at Rolling Hills Gardens Apartments in the in the Otay Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,780. The second greatest value San Miguel Ranch apartment is the 1 bed 1 bath Model at Bonita Hills starting at $2,295 with a $3.28 price per square foot in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Miguel Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolling Hills Gardens Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Bonita Hills | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| 632 Maria Ave, Unit Bella’s Home | 632 Maria Ave | Studio ,1BA | $4.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Miguel Ranch, Chula Vista, CA
Ranked #37
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the San Miguel Ranch Neighborhood in Chula Vista, CA
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
20 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
7 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Miguel Ranch Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Miguel Ranch?
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 1 regular apartments in San Miguel Ranch that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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