4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Chula Vista, CA
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Chula Vista, California as of October 2026. That's +96% higher than the citywide median of $2,935 and +128% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Chula Vista
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Chula Vista
Compare Chula Vista's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,929 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,930 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,980 |
| 4 | California City | $2,070 |
| 5 | Florin | $2,076 |
| 6 | Clearlake | $2,100 |
| 7 | Porterville | $2,210 |
| 8 | Oroville | $2,215 |
| 9 | El Centro | $2,220 |
| 10 | Paradise | $2,230 |
| 11 | Red Bluff | $2,230 |
| 12 | La Riviera | $2,250 |
| 13 | Eureka | $2,280 |
| 14 | Fortuna | $2,300 |
| 15 | Shafter | $2,320 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coronado | $6,970 |
| 2 | Montecito | $6,700 |
| 3 | Solana Beach | $6,500 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $6,370 |
| 5 | Scotts Valley | $6,270 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $6,270 |
| 7 | Aptos | $6,270 |
| 8 | Newport Beach | $6,188 |
| 9 | Foster City | $6,050 |
| 10 | Irvine | $5,986 |
| 11 | Carlsbad | $5,908 |
| 12 | Los Altos | $5,850 |
| 13 | Encinitas | $5,820 |
| 14 | Laguna Beach | $5,770 |
| 15 | Chula Vista (this page) | $5,738 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Chula Vista.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Chula Vista |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Valley, CA | 6.5 mi | $3,840 | $-1,898 (-33%) |
| National City, CA | 7.2 mi | $3,500 | $-2,238 (-39%) |
| Lemon Grove, CA | 7.4 mi | $3,840 | $-1,898 (-33%) |
| Imperial Beach, CA | 9.4 mi | $4,180 | $-1,558 (-27%) |
| La Mesa, CA | 9.4 mi | $4,370 | $-1,368 (-24%) |
| San Diego, CA | 12.6 mi | $5,167 | $-571 (-10%) |
| El Cajon, CA | 13.4 mi | $4,200 | $-1,538 (-27%) |
| Santee, CA | 15.2 mi | $4,400 | $-1,338 (-23%) |
| Coronado, CA | 15.3 mi | $6,970 | +$1,232 (+21%) |
| Lakeside, CA | 20.4 mi | $4,070 | $-1,668 (-29%) |
| Alpine, CA | 23.3 mi | $4,460 | $-1,278 (-22%) |
| Poway, CA | 24.3 mi | $4,700 | $-1,038 (-18%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Chula Vista — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Chula Vista?
As of October 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Chula Vista, California is $5,738 per month. This is +96% higher than the citywide median of $2,935.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Chula Vista?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $229,520 ($19,127/month gross), which works out to roughly $110.35/hour at a full-time job.
Is Chula Vista expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Chula Vista's 4+ bedroom median of $5,738 is +128% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 99th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Chula Vista rank for 4+ bedroom rent in California?
Among the 379 cities in California with 4+ bedroom data, Chula Vista ranks #365 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Chula Vista?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Spring Valley ($3,840), National City ($3,500), Lemon Grove ($3,840).