
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South West Chula Vista Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,100 (41 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South West Chula Vista area of Chula Vista.


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Seawind Apartments

Vista Hermosa

Burkhart Apartments

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Villa Seville

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Palmera

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Casa Madrid

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1085 Monserate Ave

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Alderwood

Park View Apartments

Vista Lane

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Sereno

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The Palomar Apartments

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Moss Gardens Apartments
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South West Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South West Chula Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South West Chula Vista Studio Apartments | $2,074 | $1,805 | $2,245 |
| South West Chula Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,085 | $1,695 | $2,600 |
| South West Chula Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,697 | $2,095 | $3,840 |
| South West Chula Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,309 | $2,762 | $3,745 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South West Chula Vista Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA.
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Cheapest Available South West Chula Vista Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South West Chula Vista area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Casa de Palomar Apartments priced from $1,795. Seawind Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,805. Here are the most affordable South West Chula Vista apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Palomar Apartments | 1 bed/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Seawind Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,805 |
| Vista Hermosa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| Burkhart Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Orange Glen | OG1bd1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| San Remo Court | One Bedroom Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Cordova Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Villa Granada Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,955 |
| Palmera | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 663 SQ. FT. | 1BR,1BA | $1,978 |
| Country Apartments | MOVE-IN SPECIAL – FIRST MONTH'S RENT FREE - Com... | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South West Chula Vista, CA
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the South West Chula Vista 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 West Chula Vista apartment is the 2B Model at Camelot Apartments starting at $2,450 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South West Chula Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Seville | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Camelot Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| Sereno | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Palm Villas Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Casa Madrid | 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Casa de Palomar Apartments | 1 bed/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Palmera | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 702 SQ. FT. | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| San Remo Court | One Bedroom Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Villa Granada Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Cordova Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
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Best Local Schools in South West Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South West Chula Vista Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South West Chula Vista?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South West Chula Vista is under $1,995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South West Chula Vista?
The cheapest apartment in South West Chula Vista is Casa de Palomar Apartments which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in South West Chula Vista costs $3,299.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South West Chula Vista?
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 2 regular apartments in South West Chula Vista that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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