Average Rent in Chula Vista, CA

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Current Versus Historical Chula Vista, CA Rents

Chula Vista rentals average $1,695 for a studio rental to $4,995 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,550, or roughly $38 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $68 (4.14%) year-over-year from $1,630 to $1,698. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $218 (10.03%) year-over-year from $2,176 to $2,394. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $25 (-0.71%) year-over-year from $3,525 to $3,500. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $233 (6.28%) year-over-year from $3,717 to $3,950. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $198 (4.13%) year-over-year from $4,797 to $4,995. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 1.50% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.01% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.78% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.45% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.66% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$56.67	$1,698	$1,630 (4.14%)	$1,638 (3.61%)
1 BR	$43.20	$2,394	$2,176 (10.03%)	$1,898 (26.17%)
2 BR	$38.81	$3,500	$3,525 (-0.71%)	$3,031 (15.48%)
3 BR	$31.68	$3,950	$3,717 (6.28%)	$3,665 (7.78%)
4+ BR	$26.51	$4,995	$4,797 (4.13%)	$4,431 (12.73%)

Historical Rents in Chula Vista, CA

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Top Cities Near Chula Vista

There are a total of 2 cities nearby Chula Vista. The average rent in Chula Vista is currently $5,725 per month. Our records show that San Diego, CA, with an average rent of $3,950, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Chula Vista, CA is Coronado, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $7,500 per month.

Let's compare Chula Vista, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Chula Vista, CA is 113.86% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 80.48% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Chula Vista, CA are about 46.74% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 73.28% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 2 cities near Chula Vista, CA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
San Diego, CA	$2,000	$2,600	$3,625	$3,950
Coronado, CA	$5,250	$5,500	$6,500	$7,500

Top Neighborhoods Near Chula Vista

There are a total of 1 neighborhoods in or near Chula Vista. One neighborhood in the area is Pacific Beach. We've included all of these top 1 neighborhoods in or near Chula Vista, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 1 neighborhoods in or near Chula Vista, CA is currently around $3,995 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Chula Vista's average rent, which is only $3,550. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Chula Vista, Pacific Beach has the most affordable average rent at $3,995 per month. Whereas, at $3,995 average rent per month, Pacific Beach is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Chula Vista. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA	$2,400	$3,185	$4,185	$3,995

Top Counties Near Chula Vista

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Top Zipcodes Near Chula Vista

There are a total of 4 zipcodes in or near Chula Vista, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $3,728. One zipcode has an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 92115, San Diego, CA at $2,997 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,400 per month is 92109, San Diego, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $2,024. That's at least $58 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Chula Vista, CA is $2,876 per month. Or in other words, $46 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,875 per month. Which comes out to $43 per sqft. The following table includes the top 4 zipcodes in Chula Vista, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
91913, Chula Vista, CA	N/A	$2,758	$3,500	$3,660
92101, San Diego, CA	$2,546	$2,995	$4,675	$3,795
92115, San Diego, CA	$1,648	$1,950	$2,800	$2,997
92109, San Diego, CA	$2,400	$3,175	$4,250	$4,400

Frequently Asked Questions - Chula Vista Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Chula Vista, CA?

The average monthly rental price for Chula Vista, CA apartments for rent is approximately $3,550. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Chula Vista, CA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Chula Vista, CA.

How much is a studio apartment in Chula Vista, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,695 and an average price per square feet of $56.67. There are a total of 5 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Chula Vista.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Chula Vista, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,244 and an average price per square feet of $43.20. There are a total of 38 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Chula Vista.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Chula Vista, CA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,450 and an average price per square feet of $38.81. There are a total of 47 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Chula Vista.

How have rent prices in Chula Vista, CA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Chula Vista, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.04%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.10%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Chula Vista, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Chula Vista, CA is around $2,840/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.