Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hilmar, CA from $1,000 (8 Rentals)

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Hilmar, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hilmar Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hilmar, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 120 E Fairmont Ave in the Central Modesto neighborhood priced from $1,250. Sierra Glen in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hilmar apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
120 E Fairmont Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,250
Sierra Glen1x1 A1BR,1BA$1,325
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hilmar, CA and Nearby

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hilmar area is the $1.58 price per square foot Single Car Model at Ashley Estates in the in the Ventana neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Hilmar apartment is the Cottonwood Model at Sierra Oaks starting at $2,106 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Rose Circle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hilmar apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ashley EstatesSingle Car3BR,2.5BA$1.58
Sierra OaksCottonwood2BR,2BA$1.66
Olive Tree Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.56
New Century Townhomes3 BR, 1.5 BA3BR,1.5BA$1.63
Tapestry at SilverwoodResidence A2BR,2BA$1.93
Park Lakewood Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.90
Walnut WoodsBlack Walnut2BR,2BA$1.91
The Redwoods Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.87
Dry Creek Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.95
120 E Fairmont Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.56

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Getting Around Hilmar, CA

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hilmar Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hilmar Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hilmar Apartment is $1,250 at 120 E Fairmont Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hilmar Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hilmar is starting from $1,590 at Dry Creek Village Apartments.

What is the most affordable Hilmar Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hilmar Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Boardwalk Apartments and starts from $1,899.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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