Chula Vista, CA Rental Market Trends

What is the average rent in Chula Vista?

The average rent for an apartment in Chula Vista is $2,624. The cost of rent varies depending on several factors, including location, size, and quality.

Average rent in Chula Vista, CA

Last updated May 2025
Average Rent Average Apartment Size
$2,624 885 sq. ft.

What is the average apartment size in Chula Vista?

The average size for a Chula Vista, CA apartment is 885 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

Chula Vista, CA apartment rent ranges

Chula Vista, CA Occupied Housing Units

33,929 or 40% of the households in Chula Vista, CA are renter-occupied while 51,264 or 60% are owner-occupied.

Chula Vista, CA rent trends

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Average Rent in Chula Vista, CA By Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Chula Vista?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Chula Vista are North Chula Vista, where the average rent goes for $2,010/month, Castle Park, where renters pay $2,112/mo on average, and Central Chula Vista, where the average rent goes for $2,215/mo. If you’re looking for other great deals, check out the listings from Otay Town ($2,307), Harborside ($2,313), and Hilltop ($2,483), where the asking prices are below the average Chula Vista rent of $2,624/mo.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Chula Vista?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Chula Vista are Sunbow ($2,805), Rancho Del Rey ($2,902) and Otay Ranch ($3,150).

What are the most popular neighborhoods in Chula Vista?

The most popular neighborhood in Chula Vista is Otay Ranch, where there are 16 listings with an average rent of $3,150. Next up is Castle Park, where apartments go for $2,112/month, followed by Central Chula Vista with $2,215 If you’re looking to rent in Chula Vista’s most popular neighborhoods, make sure to also check out Harborside, where renters pay $2,313 on average, and Rancho Del Rey, where the average monthly rent is $2,902.

Chula Vista | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

City
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Rent in Castle Park is 5% lower than in Central Chula Vista

$2,112

Castle Park rent is 20% lower than Chula Vista average

Average Rent $2,112
$2,215

Central Chula Vista rent is 16% lower than Chula Vista average

Average Rent $2,215

How Chula Vista Compares to Other Cities

State Average Rent
Chula Vista $2,624
Los Angeles $2,750
East Bay $2,670
San Francisco $3,507
San Diego $2,975
Sacramento $1,921
Long Beach $2,653
Oakland $2,616
San Jose $3,137
Fresno $1,604
Tulare $1,633
Vista, CA $2,533
Oceanside, CA $2,611
Carlsbad, CA $3,220
Murrieta, CA $2,345
Escondido, CA $2,252
El Cajon, CA $2,213
La Mesa, CA $2,482
San Marcos, CA $2,740
San Clemente, CA $3,088
Temecula, CA $2,421

What is the average price for a storage unit in Chula Vista?

The average rent for a non-climate-controlled 10'x10' storage unit in Chula Vista is $227.31. Rental costs vary depending on several factors, including unit size and the storage facility's location and amenities.

Most Popular Apartments in Chula Vista

535 Woodlawn Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
STUDIO N/A
1 BED $1,950
2 BEDS $2,220+

601 Telegraph Canyon Road, Chula Vista, CA 91910
1 BED $2,358+
2 BEDS $2,861+
3 BEDS $3,219+

1774 Metro Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91915
1 BED $2,492+
2 BEDS $3,102+
3 BEDS $3,966+

310 K Street, Chula Vista, CA 91911
STUDIO N/A
1 BED N/A
2 BEDS $2,948+
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