Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Third Avenue District Chula Vista, CA from $1,100 (49 Rentals)

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Alderwood
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$1,995 - $2,770
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$1,995 - $2,770
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Alderwood

1121 4th StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Palmera
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$2,025 - $2,977
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$2,017 - $2,969
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Palmera

1225 BroadwayChula Vista, CA 91911
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Azul Chula Vista
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$2,307 - $3,599
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$2,299 - $3,591
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Azul Chula Vista

310 K StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Megan Court Apartments
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Megan Court Apartments

340 Moss StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Quintard Manor
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Quintard Manor

210 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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The Palomar Apartments
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The Palomar Apartments

171 Palomar StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Sund Apartments
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Sund Apartments

1145 4th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Vista Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Apartments

1440-1450 2nd AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Moss Gardens Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Moss Gardens Apartments

521-535 W Moss StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Castle Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Castle Arms

250 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Park Vista Apartments
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Park Vista Apartments

971 4th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Castle Park Gardens
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Castle Park Gardens

272 Kennedy StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Costa Fina
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Costa Fina

1271 BroadwayChula Vista, CA 91911

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Villa Hermosa
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Hermosa

615 Moss StChula Vista, CA 91911
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South Third Avenue District, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Third Avenue District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Third Avenue District 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 South Third Avenue District apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Casa de Palomar Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,795
Burkhart ApartmentsOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1,850
Orange GlenOG1bd1ba1BR,1BA$1,875
Country Club Village Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,925
Vista HermosaStudioStudio,1BA$1,925
Casa La Paz1x11BR,1BA$1,950
Cordova ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,950
Villa Granada Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,955
Palmera1 Bedroom 1 Bath 663 SQ. FT.1BR,1BA$1,969
Vista Point ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Third Avenue District, CA

As of April 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Third Avenue District 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 South Third Avenue District apartment is the C1 Model at Azul Chula Vista starting at $3,298 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Third Avenue District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villa Seville3 bedroom3BR,2BA$2.20
Azul Chula VistaC13BR,2BA$2.75
Camelot Apartments2B2BR,2BA$2.13
Sereno2x22BR,2BA$2.99
Palm Villas ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.52
Villa Napoli ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.66
Country Club Village Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.67
Casa de Palomar Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.54
Naples Court1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom C1BR,1BA$2.93
Malibu South ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.93

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South Third Avenue District, Chula Vista, and the greater San Diego area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Third Avenue District Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Third Avenue District?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Third Avenue District is under $1,995.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Third Avenue District?

The cheapest apartment in South Third Avenue District is Casa de Palomar Apartments which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in South Third Avenue District costs $3,474.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Third Avenue District?

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 6 regular apartments in South Third Avenue District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Third Avenue District?

Cheap apartments in South Third Avenue District have an average cost of $265 which is $3,209 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Third Avenue District.

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