
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Modesto, CA from $700 (48 Rentals)
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Sierra Glen

1146 Stoddard Ave

1130 Stoddard Ave

900 17th St

1612 Apartments

1016-1018 Hackberry Ave

530 Coffee Rd

Greenbriar Villa Apartments

Bridgeford Apartments

Capistrano Park

Park Lakewood Apartments

1109 Roselawn Ave

Dry Creek Village Apartments

Stonebridge Apartments

132 Calaveras Ave

2317 Peppermint Dr

1911 Celeste Ct

Monterey Village

Vineyard Apartments
Modesto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Modesto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Modesto Studio Apartments | $1,403 | $1,000 | $1,745 |
| Cheap Modesto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $1,049 | $2,345 |
| Cheap Modesto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,905 | $1,445 | $2,885 |
| Cheap Modesto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,514 | $1,625 | $3,400 |
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Modesto, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Modesto, CA
Pricing Updated: 11/17/2025Current apartment rentals in the Modesto, CA area range in price from $975 to $4,010 with an overall median price of $2,294. The three Modesto neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are La Loma at $1,300, North Oaks at $975, and O. G. Southside at $1,450. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Modesto Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Loma | $1,300 | $1,300 | 1 |
| North Oaks | $1,300 | $975 | 3 |
| O. G. Southside | $1,495 | $1,450 | 2 |
| Canterbury Estates | $1,525 | $1,000 | 6 |
| Downtown Modesto | $1,525 | $1,049 | 5 |
| University | $1,537 | $1,000 | 9 |
| River View | $1,550 | $1,450 | 3 |
| West Side Modesto | $1,550 | $1,000 | 4 |
| Bret Harte | $1,625 | $1,450 | 3 |
| Claremont Crossing | $1,662 | $975 | 6 |
Cheapest Available Modesto Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Modesto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cedarwood Apartments in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood priced from $1,044. Spring Glen Apartments in the East Modesto neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Modesto apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedarwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,044 |
| Spring Glen Apartments | BLDG. 1613 0X1 STUDIO W/ BALCONY | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| L150 - Orange Garden Apartments | Remodeled 1 bedroom Kitchen & Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Greenbriar Villa Apartments | The Stanton | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Bridgeford Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,364 |
| Vineyard Apartments | Merlot | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Modesto, CA
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Modesto area is the $0.95 price per square foot 2337 St Lawrence Ln Model at 2337 St Lawrence Ln in the in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Modesto apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments starting at $2,500 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Northeast Modesto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Modesto apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2337 St Lawrence Ln | 2337 St Lawrence Ln | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Meridian at Eastgate | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Standiford Court Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Pacific Crest Apartments | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Capistrano Park | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| The Redwoods Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| 3002 Lake Park Ct | 3002 Lake Park Ct | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Chardonnay Ridge | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 1601 Carver Rd | 1601 Carver Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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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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Getting Around Modesto, CA
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
28 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Modesto, CA Area Reviews
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October 14, 2025Modesto 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 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 $1,445.
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 $2,294.
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 83 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 $474 which is $1,820 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Modesto.
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