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Rental Market Trends in Chula Vista, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Chula Vista, CA is $2,171/month.

Rent in Chula Vista is 30% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,171/month

Average Rent

654 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.6%

Change / Year

1,707

Available Apartments

Chula Vista rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Chula Vista average $1,879 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Chula Vista average $2,171 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Chula Vista average $2,687 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Chula Vista average $3,673 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,879/month
453 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,171/month
654 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,687/month
957 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,673/month
1,363 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,815/month
365 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,044/month
904 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,065/month
1,390 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,089/month
2,278 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,024/month
552 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,294/month
1,031 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,020/month
1,391 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,795/month
697 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,109/month
1,263 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,968/month
1,416 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,399/month
1,684 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Chula Vista, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.6%, which averages out to $14 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Chula Vista, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Chula Vista, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
3% $700 - $1,000/month
17% $1,001 - $1,500/month
26% $1,501 - $2,000/month
53% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Chula Vista?

Based on current rent prices, Otay Town, Harborside and Castle Park are the most affordable neighborhoods in Chula Vista.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Otay Town
$2,082/month
639 Sq Ft
Harborside
$2,154/month
656 Sq Ft
Castle Park
$2,244/month
651 Sq Ft
North Chula Vista
$2,262/month
663 Sq Ft
Downtown Chula Vista
$2,327/month
689 Sq Ft
Sunbow
$2,373/month
727 Sq Ft
Hilltop
$2,405/month
672 Sq Ft
Rancho-Del Rey
$2,433/month
736 Sq Ft
Rosebank
$2,475/month
678 Sq Ft
Otay Ranch Village
$2,598/month
769 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Chula Vista?

Based on current rent prices, East Chula Vista, Otay Ranch and Otay Ranch Village are the most expensive neighborhoods in Chula Vista.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
East Chula Vista
$2,924/month
823 Sq Ft
Otay Ranch
$2,907/month
799 Sq Ft
Otay Ranch Village
$2,598/month
769 Sq Ft
Rosebank
$2,475/month
678 Sq Ft
Rancho-Del Rey
$2,433/month
736 Sq Ft
Hilltop
$2,405/month
672 Sq Ft
Sunbow
$2,373/month
727 Sq Ft
Downtown Chula Vista
$2,327/month
689 Sq Ft
North Chula Vista
$2,262/month
663 Sq Ft
Castle Park
$2,244/month
651 Sq Ft

Which Chula Vista neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Chula Vista with the most apartments available are Otay Ranch, Hilltop and Harborside .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Otay Ranch
$2,907/month
799 Sq Ft
Hilltop
$2,405/month
672 Sq Ft
Harborside
$2,154/month
656 Sq Ft
Downtown Chula Vista
$2,327/month
689 Sq Ft
Castle Park
$2,244/month
651 Sq Ft
North Chula Vista
$2,262/month
663 Sq Ft
Otay Ranch Village
$2,598/month
769 Sq Ft
Rosebank
$2,475/month
678 Sq Ft
Otay Town
$2,082/month
639 Sq Ft
East Chula Vista
$2,924/month
823 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Chula Vista, CA?

Because the average rent in Chula Vista is $2,171, you’ll want to make about $7,236 per month or $86,832 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Chula Vista, CA

1,707 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Chula Vista, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Chula Vista, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Otay Town

Chula Vista, CA

East Chula Vista

Chula Vista, CA

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$1,959/month
-
Two Bedroom
$2,248/month
-
Three Bedroom
$1,442/month
-
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Bonita

    Bonita

    Avg Rent: $2,144/month

  • National City

    National City

    Avg Rent: $1,687/month

  • Lemon Grove

    Lemon Grove

    Avg Rent: $1,855/month

  • Spring Valley

    Spring Valley

    Avg Rent: $1,868/month

  • Imperial Beach

    Imperial Beach

    Avg Rent: $1,663/month

  • Coronado

    Coronado

    Avg Rent: $3,233/month

  • La Mesa

    La Mesa

    Avg Rent: $2,055/month

Apartment Communities in Chula Vista We Think You'll Love

Del Oro on Broadway

Del Oro on Broadway

986 Broadway,
Chula Vista, CA 91911

1-2 Beds | $2,595 - $3,370

Luminary at Cota Vera

Luminary at Cota Vera

6000 Luminary Dr,
Chula Vista, CA 91913

1-2 Beds | $2,719 - $4,014

Enclave Heritage Flats

Enclave Heritage Flats

1800 Santa Carolina Rd,
Chula Vista, CA 91913

1-3 Beds | $2,699 - $6,258

Enclave Town Center

Enclave Town Center

1445 Town Center Dr,
Chula Vista, CA 91915

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,505 - $4,547

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Chula Vista?

The average rent in Chula Vista is $2,171 per month, which is 30.4% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Chula Vista?

The average rent for a house in Chula Vista, CA is $4,065 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Chula Vista?

The average rent for a townhome in Chula Vista, CA is $4,109 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Chula Vista?

The average rent for a condo in Chula Vista, CA is $2,024 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Chula Vista?

Rents in Chula Vista, CA are increasing, with prices up 0.6% year-over-year and $14 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Chula Vista?

In Chula Vista, CA, 53% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Chula Vista Rental Trends

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 September 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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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