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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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Archway Commons
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Archway Commons

1101 Carver RdModesto, CA 95350
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The Park at Modesto
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The Park at Modesto

2832 Health Care WayModesto, CA 95356
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1420 Pelton Ave
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1420 Pelton Ave

1420 Pelton AveModesto, CA 95351
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Tower Park
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Tower Park

701 17th StModesto, CA 95354
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116 Covena Ave
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116 Covena Ave

116 Covena AveModesto, CA 95354
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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: April 03, 2026

There are currently 400 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Modesto, CA that range in price from $1,108 to $2,345. Southwest Modesto, Northwest and Northwest 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
Southwest Modesto29$1,580$1,108
Northwest27$1,625$1,108
Northwest Modesto27$1,625$1,108
Laredo22$1,644$1,200
Northeast20$1,672$1,200
Northeast Modesto20$1,672$1,200
Outer Salida Riverbank20$1,720$1,445
Southeast Modesto12$1,529$1,108
Outer Manteca Lathrop11$1,810$1,500
North Modesto11$1,417$1,200

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 $1,831. 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 $1,922. 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$1,831
Brooks LandingBungalow786 Sq Ft$1,922
Rumble EstatesSecond Floor 1 Bedroom726 Sq Ft$1,825
Manchester CourtThe Meridian713 Sq Ft$1,720
Willow GroveThe Birch713 Sq Ft$1,720
The Villas at VillaggioBarbera707 Sq Ft$1,975
The Redwoods Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom702 Sq Ft$1,450
Carmel Woods ApartmentsMonterey Pine- Parking lot view700 Sq Ft$1,720
Summerview ApartmentsThe Horizon700 Sq Ft$1,720
Briggsmore Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom696 Sq Ft$1,688

Cheapest Available Modesto 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 03, 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 BLDG. 1625 1X1 Model at Spring Glen Apartments starting at $1,299 in the East Modesto neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Modesto is currently $1,662. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Modesto:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Cedarwood Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,044
Spring Glen ApartmentsBLDG. 1625 1X1$1,299
La Loma Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom ADA$1,299
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton$1,335
Chardonnay Ridge1 Bed 1 Bath - L$1,410
Vineyard ApartmentsMerlot$1,445
The Redwoods Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,450
Stardust Villa Apartments11b$1,525
Westdale Commons Apartments1 Bedroom Redwood$1,529
Valley Oak Apartments1 Bed Downstairs$1,539

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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 $1,662.

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 $1,831 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 935 sq ft.

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