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442 Smith Ave
442 Smith Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910, USA

Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
Monthly rent
$2,395–$2,595
Beds2
Baths1
Sqft–
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Centrally located and updated, this property features a washer and dryer, along with updated kitchen and bathroom facilities. Its proximity to top-rated elementary and middle schools enhances its appeal, while the availability of outdoor spaces and nearby pet services supports a pet-friendly lifestyle. With 62 photos available, prospective renters can easily visualize all that this property offers.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • central location
  • centrally located
  • updated kitchen
  • updated bathroom
  • utilities included
  • washer dryer

Units

442 Smith Ave Chula Vista, CA

Available

3

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,395

Listed on 07/30/2025
Listed by Bob
Days on market: 83
Great central location within walking distance to mall, restaurants, medical offices, transportation hubs, etc. Amazing 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Chula Vista. Amenities included: microwave, dishwasher, stainless steel appliance, updated kitchen, updated bathroom, washer dryer, and garbage disposal. Utilities included: water, sewer, trash. Pet friendly. Date Available: October 15th 2025. $2,395/month rent. $1,200 security deposit required. Please contact Rob at 619 210-9530 to learn more. This property is managed by a responsible landlord.

Available

5

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,595

Listed on 05/06/2025
Listed by Bob Butterworth
Days on market: 168
Centrally located with walk score of 89 "very walkable". Within blocks of medical facilities including Scripps Mercy Hospital, Sharp Rees-Stealy, Chula Vista Family Health Center, doctor offices and clinics; schools - Vista Square Elementary and Chula Vista Middle; shopping - Chula Vista Center Mall and the 3rd Avenue Chula Vista Village with dozens of restaurants, bars and shops. Close enough to I-5 and I-805 that downtown San Diego, the airport and the new bay development project are just minutes away.

Occupied Units

Occupied

1

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,495

Listed by Bob
Days on market: 810
Completely remodeled, spacious, two bedroom one bath unit with washer/dryer. All new flooring, cabinets, appliances, fixtures, paint, trim, doors, windows ++. Centrally located with walk score of 89 "very walkable". Within blocks of medical facilities including Scripps Mercy Hospital, Sharp Rees-Stealy, Chula Vista Family Health Center, doctor offices and clinics- schools - Vista Square Elementary and Chula Vista Middle- shopping - Chula Vista Center Mall and the 3rd Avenue Chula Vista Village with dozens of restaurants, bars and shops. Close enough to I-5 and I-805 that downtown San Diego, the airport and the new bay development project are just minutes away.

Occupied

8

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,495

Listed by Bob Butterworth
Days on market: 235
Centrally located with walk score of 89 "very walkable". Within blocks of medical facilities including Scripps Mercy Hospital, Sharp Rees-Stealy, Chula Vista Family Health Center, doctor offices and clinics; schools - Vista Square Elementary and Chula Vista Middle; shopping - Chula Vista Center Mall and the 3rd Avenue Chula Vista Village with dozens of restaurants, bars and shops. Close enough to I-5 and I-805 that downtown San Diego, the airport and the new bay development project are just minutes away.

Occupied

6

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,675

Listed by Bob
Days on market: 249
OPEN HOUSE TODAY, FEBRUARY 12TH FROM 11 AM TILL 1 PM! Amazing 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Chula Vista. Amenities included: dishwasher, stainless steel appliance, updated kitchen, updated bathroom, and washer dryer. No Utilities included. Is pet friendly. Date Available: Oct 15th 2024. $2,675/month rent. $1,200 security deposit required. Please submit the form on this page or contact Bob at 850-384-2009 to learn more.

Amenities for 442 Smith Ave

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
Unit Amenities
  • Balcony
  • Dishwasher
  • Assigned Parking
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Microwave
  • Ceiling Fan

Policies at 442 Smith Ave

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 442 Smith Ave

HomeApartments in Chula VistaCentral Chula Vista 442 Smith Ave #3, Chula Vista, CA 91910, USA

Live at 442 Smith Ave in the heart of Central Chula Vista, CA 91910. This intimate community consists of 5 units, offering a spacious 2-bedroom floorplan. Enjoy the perks of a central location, where everything you need is just a short distance away. Inside, you'll find updated kitchens and bathrooms, complete with modern appliances, including a dishwasher. Take in the fresh air on your private balcony or patio, or relax in the outdoor space. Plus, utilities are included for added convenience. As a pet-friendly community, your furry friends are welcome too! With a washer and dryer on site, you'll have everything you need to live comforably. Make this charming community your home today!

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Address details

Units5
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code91910

442 Smith Ave #3 is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 442 Smith Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Dishwasher
Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Chula Vista

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 442 Smith Ave #3 to be 1% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Central Chula Vista.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Central Chula Vista
Chula Vista
A table of studio rental data trends in Chula Vista
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,947
December 2023$1,936
January 2024$1,862
February 2024$1,695
March 2024$1,735
April 2024$1,897
May 2024$1,821
June 2024$1,590
July 2024$1,599
August 2024$1,526
September 2024$1,700
October 2024$1,766
November 2024$1,777
December 2024$1,760
January 2025$1,804
February 2025$1,730
March 2025$1,653
April 2025$1,665
May 2025$1,707
June 2025$1,596
July 2025$1,706
August 2025$1,824
September 2025$1,886
October 2025$1,926
A table of studio rental data trends in Central Chula Vista
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,945
December 2023$1,816
January 2024$1,772
February 2024$1,798
March 2024$1,621
April 2024$1,760
May 2024$1,775
June 2024$1,564
July 2024$1,651
August 2024$1,551
September 2024$1,763
October 2024$1,795
November 2024$1,711
February 2025$1,545
March 2025$1,545
May 2025$1,825
August 2025$1,667
September 2025$1,690
October 2025$1,587

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 442 Smith Ave, Chula Vista, CA.
This month$2,3952 bed1 bath
6 months ago$2,4952 bed1 bath
11 months ago$2,6752 bed1 bath
1 year ago$2,4502 bed1 bath
1 year ago$2,4502 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,6952 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,6952 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,5952 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,4952 bed1 bath

Schools near 442 Smith Ave #3

Vista Square Elementary School

540 g st

chula vista, CA, 91910

K-6Public
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Neighborhood

Central Chula Vista | Chula Vista, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Chula Vista near 442 Smith Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 442 Smith Ave, Chula Vista

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

9/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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