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California Dreaming: A Local Expert's Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Modesto

Find your perfect, budget-friendly apartment or rental home in Modesto, CA. Our ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert dishes on the top affordable neighborhoods in the Central Valley, with options for every lifestyle.

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Monterey Village
$1,500 - $1,600
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Monterey Village

2020 Cheyenne WayModesto, CA 95356
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Oakbrook Apartments
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Oakbrook Apartments

1860 Scenic DrModesto, CA 95355
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641 S 7th St
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641 S 7th St

641 S 7th StModesto, CA 95351
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1420 Pelton Ave
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1420 Pelton Ave

1420 Pelton AveModesto, CA 95351
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720 7th St
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720 7th St

720 7th StModesto, CA 95354
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3000 Carver Rd
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3000 Carver Rd

3000 Carver RdModesto, CA 95350
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718 6th St
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718 6th St

718 6th StModesto, CA 95354
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Modesto 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 17, 2026

There are currently 533 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Modesto, CA that range in price from $1,108 to $2,345. Northwest, Northwest Modesto and Southwest Modesto are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Modesto with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Northwest48$1,595$1,108
Northwest Modesto48$1,595$1,108
Southwest Modesto36$1,539$1,108
Outer Salida Riverbank31$1,670$1,425
Laredo24$1,572$1,125
Northeast24$1,599$1,125
Northeast Modesto24$1,599$1,125
Outer Manteca Lathrop22$1,900$1,365
North Modesto17$1,557$1,125
Wittfield Park17$1,629$1,495

Largest Available Modesto 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Modesto, CA is found at Stoneybrook Apartments in the Central Modesto neighborhood and is 842 square feet priced from $1,856. Brooks Landing in the Northeast Modesto neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 786 square feet and currently listed start at $1,796. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Modesto:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Stoneybrook Apartments1 Bedroom B842 Sq Ft$1,856
Brooks LandingBungalow786 Sq Ft$1,796
120 E Fairmont Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths750 Sq Ft$1,250
Rumble Road ApartmentsFirst Floor 1 Bedroom726 Sq Ft$1,875
Manchester CourtThe Meridian713 Sq Ft$1,575
Willow GroveThe Birch713 Sq Ft$1,670
THE MARINA APARTMENTS1BD, 1BTH704 Sq Ft$1,500
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Yorkshire700 Sq Ft$1,390
ShadowbrookB700 Sq Ft$1,595
Sierra Glen1x1 B592 Sq Ft$1,275

Cheapest Available Modesto 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 17, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Modesto, CA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,044 at Cedarwood Apartments in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood. The second most affordable Modesto 1 Bedroom is the 150 1 bedroom Model at L150 - Orange Garden Apartments starting at $1,195 in the Central Modesto neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Modesto is currently $1,622. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Modesto:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Cedarwood Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,044
L150 - Orange Garden Apartments150 1 bedroom$1,195
120 E Fairmont Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths$1,250
Sierra Glen1x1 B$1,275
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton$1,335
Spring Glen ApartmentsBLDG. 1625 1X1$1,399
Dry Creek Village Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,415
Vineyard ApartmentsMerlot$1,445
ShadowbrookA$1,495
THE MARINA APARTMENTS1BD, 1BTH$1,500

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Modesto Overview

In the Central Valley of California near Yosemite State Park, San Francisco and Sacramento lies Modesto. Known for food crops, wine, architectural innovation, and filmmaker George Lucas, Modesto offers history and gracious living.

Why live in Modesto, CA?

Water, wide open green spaces, mountains and a population of only 500,000 make Modesto a great place to be. Culture, sports, good food and festivals add to a pretty picture. It’s an older town that retains its historical roots, but is close to big cities with plenty of work. Diversity in many forms makes Modesto an interesting place to live. Living in Modesto apartments is to live among nice people.

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Modesto is an awesome place to live if you're looking for the California living experiences without the high price tags you'll find in the Bay Area. Wonderful friendly people, too!

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Modesto Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Modesto with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Modesto is at Cedarwood Apartments listed at $1,044.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Modesto Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Modesto is $1,622.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Modesto Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Modesto is a 842 square feet unit starting from $1,856 at Stoneybrook Apartments.

What is the average size for Modesto 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Modesto is currently 698 sq ft.

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