
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Modesto, CA from $1,108 (30 Rentals)


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530 Coffee Rd

Greenbriar Villa Apartments

Dry Creek Village Apartments

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The Redwoods Apartments

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120 E Fairmont Ave

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Spring Glen Apartments

3000 Coffee Apartments

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Spartan Manor

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Vineyard Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Modesto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modesto Studio Apartments | $1,489 | $1,050 | $1,895 |
| Modesto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $1,108 | $2,345 |
| Modesto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,926 | $1,475 | $2,885 |
| Modesto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,510 | $1,650 | $3,400 |
| Modesto 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,880 | $2,880 | $2,880 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Modesto Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Modesto?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Modesto is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Modesto?
The cheapest apartment in Modesto is Cedarwood Apartments which is listed at $1,044, while the average apartment in Modesto costs $2,264.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Modesto?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 93 regular apartments in Modesto that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Modesto?
Cheap apartments in Modesto have an average cost of $1,003 which is $1,261 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Modesto.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
