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

Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
Monthly rent
$2,495–$2,595
Beds2
Baths1
Sqft–
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Pet-friendly living is a key strength here, with several nearby pet grooming services and supply stores supporting convenient care for animals. Daily routines are simplified by extremely close access to well-rated elementary and middle schools, reducing commute time for school-age residents. An extensive set of 68 listing photos helps prospective renters quickly understand the layout, condition, and features before visiting in person.

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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • centrally located

Units

442 Smith Ave Chula Vista, CA

New Listing

1

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,495

Listed on 04/19/2026
Listed by Bob
Days on market: 7
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.

Available

5

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,595

Listed on 05/06/2025
Listed by Bob Butterworth
Days on market: 355
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

3

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,395

Listed by Bob
Days on market: 119
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.

Occupied

8

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,495

Listed by Bob Butterworth
Days on market: 423
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: 436
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
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Ceiling Fan
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Assigned Parking
  • Balcony

Policies at 442 Smith Ave

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 442 Smith Ave

HomeApartments in Chula VistaCentral Chula Vista 442 Smith Ave #1, Chula Vista, CA 91910, USA

Welcome to 442 Smith Ave in Central Chula Vista, CA! This charming property offers a unique living experience with only 5 units, providing an intimate and peaceful atmosphere. Each unit features a spacious 2-bedroom floorplan, perfect for those seeking comfort and relaxation. As a resident, you'll enjoy a range of amenities, including a private balcony or patio, utilities included, and a dishwasher for added convenience. Plus, this pet-friendly property is centrally located, making it easy to access all that Chula Vista has to offer. With long-term rentals only, you can truly make this place your home. Come experience the best of Chula Vista living!

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Address details

Units5
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code91910

442 Smith Ave #1 is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 8 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

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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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 #1 to be 2% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Central Chula Vista.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Central Chula Vista
Chula Vista
A table of studio rental data trends in Chula Vista
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,931
November 2025$1,959
December 2025$1,945
January 2026$1,876
February 2026$1,810
March 2026$1,856
April 2026$1,916
A table of studio rental data trends in Central Chula Vista
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,579
November 2025$1,685
December 2025$1,713
March 2026$1,550

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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.
2 months ago$2,5952 bed1 bath
3 months ago$2,3952 bed1 bath
6 months ago$2,3952 bed1 bath
1 year ago$2,4952 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,4502 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,4502 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,4502 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,6952 bed1 bath
2 years ago$2,6952 bed1 bath

Schools near 442 Smith Ave #1

Vista Square Elementary School

540 g st

chula vista, CA, 91910

K-6Public
C+

Davila Day

540 g st

chula vista, CA, 91910

K-8Public

SBUSD Virtual Academy

525 third st

imperial beach, CA, 91932

K-6Public
C-

Fahari L. Jeffers Elementary

1145 camino del prado

chula vista, CA, 91915

K-6Public

Mountain View

3550 logan ave

san diego, CA, 92113

K-8Public
C+
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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 supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

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
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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