
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Terra Nova Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA from $1,100 (8 Rentals)
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Terra Nova, Chula Vista, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Terra Nova?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terra Nova Studio Apartments | $2,303 | $1,645 | $2,950 |
| Terra Nova 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,433 | $1,925 | $3,596 |
| Terra Nova 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,905 | $2,015 | $4,654 |
| Terra Nova 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,366 | $2,795 | $3,710 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Terra Nova Neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA.
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Cheapest Available Terra Nova Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Terra Nova area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Seawind Apartments priced from $1,645. Elan Glover Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,862. Here are the most affordable Terra Nova apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seawind Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| Elan Glover Court | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $1,862 |
| Point Bonita | Design EA | Studio,1BA | $1,884 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Terra Nova, CA
As of February 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Terra Nova area is the $2.36 price per square foot Fountain Upstairs Model at Greentree Fountain Apartments in the in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Terra Nova apartment is the D 2x2 Model at Sunbow Villas starting at $2,851 with a $2.80 price per square foot in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Terra Nova apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greentree Fountain Apartments | Fountain Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Sunbow Villas | D 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| Sereno | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Palm Villas Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Casa Corona | 2-bed/1-bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Canyon Villa | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Missions at Sunbow Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Country Club Village Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Casa La Paz | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Elan Glover Court | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
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Best Local Schools in Terra Nova, Chula Vista, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Terra Nova Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Terra Nova?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Terra Nova is under $2,218.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Terra Nova?
The cheapest apartment in Terra Nova is Elan Glover Court which is listed at $1,862, while the average apartment in Terra Nova costs $3,445.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Terra Nova?
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 7 regular apartments in Terra Nova that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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