Chico, CA Apartments For Rent
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Chico, CA 95973
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Chico, CA 95928
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,175 - $1,945/mo1-4 Beds1-2 BathsOSM Properties Homes & Apartments | 8A Klondike Ct #1004-41,
Chico, CA 95926
PET FRIENDLY$1,465 - $1,970/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsVilla Risa Apartments | 101 Risa Way #2B-2Ba-1020Sqft,
Chico, CA 95973
PET FRIENDLY$1,660 - $2,750/mo2-4 Beds1-2 BathsPine Tree Apartments | 47 Cobblestone Dr #56cc9d710,
Chico, CA 95928
$1,395 - $1,599/mo2-3 Beds1-2 BathsSummer Village Apartments | 1001 W Sacramento Ave #9a68cac64,
Chico, CA 95926
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$1,400 - $1,775/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsMission Ranch Apartments | 400 Mission Ranch Blvd #2B-2Ba-1007Sqft,
Chico, CA 95926
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$850 - $1,300/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathCeres Plaza Apartments | 1459 E Lassen Ave #1415583,
Chico, CA 95973
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PET FRIENDLY$1,273 - $1,412/mo3-4 Beds2 BathsEast of Eaton Apartments | 1577 E Lassen Ave #9d3425e1a,
Chico, CA 95973
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PET FRIENDLY$1,560 - $1,730/mo2-3 bd2 baOak Meadow Apartments | 1450 Springfield Dr #2B-2Ba-948Sqft,
Chico, CA 95928
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What Locals Say about Chico
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Chico, CA buzzes with small-town warmth, parks, and easy bikeable living. People love Bidwell Park, farmers markets, short commutes, and walkable CSU and downtown. They worry about homelessness, petty crime, car break-ins, hot summers, and uneven roads.
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Types of apartment in Chico, CA
Chico apartments range from older low-rise buildings near Downtown and the Avenues to newer stucco complexes in north Chico by Eaton Road and East Avenue. Near Chico State, many apartments sit in two-story buildings with simple siding, small balconies, and shared parking lots. Around Barber and South Chico, houses for rent often include older bungalows and ranch-style homes with porches, detached garages, and larger yards. In west Chico near The Esplanade, you can also find smaller apartment buildings mixed into older residential blocks.Exterior style often tells you a lot about the layout. Older apartments can have thicker walls, less open floor plans, and window units, while newer apartments often have central air, in-unit laundry hookups, and covered entries. Houses for rent in Chico can offer more storage and outdoor space, but upkeep details vary more from block to block. Near Bidwell Park and around Mangrove Avenue, many apartments sit close to busy streets, shopping centers, and bike routes, which can shape parking access, noise from traffic, and how private a unit feels.
Getting around Chico, CA
B-Line, the local bus service, covers much of Chico and connects Downtown, Chico State, the Mangrove area, and south Chico. Driving is usually simple on Esplanade, East Avenue, and Highway 99, though some apartment areas have tighter street parking. Many renters get around by bike, especially between Downtown, Bidwell Park, and north Chico. Walking works best near Downtown, The Esplanade, and along Mangrove where stores and services sit closer together.Living in Chico, CA
Chico is known for Bidwell Park, the Saturday farmers market, and Downtown spots like the Senator Theatre and Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Those places shape where many apartments are located and how connected a block feels to shops or green space. Work in Chico often centers on health care, city and county services, retail, and manufacturing, with office and industrial areas spread around Downtown, Mangrove Avenue, and the south side.Average Rent Trends in Chico, CA
Rent in Chico, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jul 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | $1,650 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,575 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,550 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,510 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,635 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,641 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,620 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,634 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,650 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,600 |
| May 2026 | $1,595 |
| Jun 2026 | $1,595 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
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| All home types | $1,143 | $1,450 | $1,850 | $1,917 | $1,595 |
| Townhomes | — | $1,400 | $1,611 | $1,800 | $1,550 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,000 | $1,390 | $1,650 | $1,895 | $1,440 |
| Houses | $1,400 | $1,800 | $2,200 | $2,600 | $2,200 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Chico, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Chico, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Chico, CA is $1,445 per month. This is about 26% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Chico, CA?The average rent of a house in Chico, CA is $2,200 per month. This is about 13% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Chico, CA?The average rent of a townhome in Chico, CA is $1,550 per month. This is about 21% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Chico, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Chico, CA was lowest in Oct 2025 when it was $1,510 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Chico, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Chico, CA was highest in Jul 2025 when it was $1,650 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Chico, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Chico, CA is $1,200 per month. That is about $205 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Chico, CA?There are 467 available rental listings in Chico, CA.
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- What are some cities near Chico, CA?Some nearby cities include: Hamilton City, Paradise, Vina, Magalia, Durham. These cities may have more rental options to explore.