Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
14%
Chula Vista
Chula Vista, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,139
Population
273,634
Renter Mix
42% Rent
Live in California's friendliest city
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Between San Diego Bay and coastal mountain foothills, Chula Vista offers the scenic beauty its Spanish name promises. This South Bay community combines city conveniences with natural surroundings. The rental market shows steady growth, with current average rents ranging from $1,830 for studios to $4,477 for four-bedroom homes, representing a modest year-over-year increase between 1.1% to 11.3%. Housing options span from waterfront apartments near the marina to residential communities in the Eastlake neighborhood, known for its mountain views.
Outdoor recreation and cultural attractions abound throughout the city. The Living Coast Discovery Center provides hands-on marine life experiences, while Otay Valley Regional Park offers miles of hiking and biking trails. Historic Third Avenue Village hosts community gatherings, including the Lemon Festival that pays tribute to the area's agricultural heritage. The North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre brings major touring acts to the region, while the Elite Athlete Training Center continues its legacy of athletic excellence. Located between downtown San Diego and the Mexican border, Chula Vista provides convenient access to regional employment centers via Interstate 805, while offering local shopping at Chula Vista Center.
Explore the City
Bayside Park provides great views along with picnic areas, hiking trails and a fishing pier
Chula Vista Center opened in 1962
The outdoor shopping mall Chula Vista Center is home to more than 79 stores
With its beautiful views, Chula Vista Marina is a popular destination
Memorial Park, located in downtown Chula Vista, has an amphitheater, a playground, and a gym
12-acre Mountain Hawk Park features a splash pad, a playground, picnic areas, and trails
Demographics
Median Household Income
$100,313
Average: $118,429
Education
68,618
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
132,742
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Chula Vista has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
21%
Other Education
79%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Chula Vista, CA is $1,820 for a studio, $2,139 for one bedroom, $2,669 for two bedrooms, and $3,636 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chula Vista has decreased by -0.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,139/month
653 Sq Ft
House
$4,276/month
1,347 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,147/month
934 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,003/month
1,401 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Chula Vista, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
945 Students
Public
Grades K-5
691 Students
Public
Grades K-5
430 Students
Public
Grades K-5
954 Students
Public
Grades K-8
911 Students
Public
Grades K-8
945 Students
Public
Grades K-8
911 Students
Chula Vista Learning Community Charter School
Public
Grades K-12
1,397 Students
Howard Gardner Community Charter
Public
Grades K-8
178 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,705 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,557 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,440 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,289 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,960 Students
Chula Vista Learning Community Charter School
Public
Grades K-12
1,397 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sweetwater Regional Park
- Otay Valley Regional Park
- Living Coast Discovery Center
- San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge
- Otay Lakes County Park
Transit / Subway
Airports
- San Diego International
Top Apartments in Chula Vista
Houses for Rent in Chula Vista
Property Management Companies in Chula Vista, CA
Greystar
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3,498
Communities
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962,153
Units
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891
Cities
26 Communities in Chula Vista
Hanken Cono Assad & Co., Inc.
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24
Communities
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3,042
Units
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8
Cities
12 Communities in Chula Vista
R.A. Snyder Properties, Inc.
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54
Communities
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4,425
Units
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15
Cities
10 Communities in Chula Vista
FairGrove Property Management
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28
Communities
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2,237
Units
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14
Cities
7 Communities in Chula Vista
Property West Residential
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12
Communities
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472
Units
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2
Cities
5 Communities in Chula Vista
CONAM Management Corporation
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171
Communities
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29,835
Units
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86
Cities
4 Communities in Chula Vista
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.