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

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Neighborhood Manor 55+
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Neighborhood Manor 55+

1200 Woodrow AveModesto, CA 95350
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La Loma Senior Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Loma Senior Apartments

1220 La Loma AveModesto, CA 95354
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2109 Chrysler 1 Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2109 Chrysler 1 Dr

2109 Chrysler 1 DrModesto, CA 95350
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Ashwood Village
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Ashwood Village

2800 W Rumble RdModesto, CA 95350
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Amber Lights Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Amber Lights Apartments

2124 Wylie DrModesto, CA 95355
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Del Nido Apartments
Studio Apartments

Del Nido Apartments

2100 Wylie DrModesto, CA 95355
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Oakbrook Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakbrook Apartments

1860 Scenic DrModesto, CA 95355
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120 E Fairmont Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

120 E Fairmont Ave

120 E Fairmont AveModesto, CA 95354
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Chardonnay Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chardonnay Ridge

1313 Celeste DrModesto, CA 95355
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Pine Grove Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Grove Apartments

204 Warren WayModesto, CA 95356
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Spartan Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Spartan Manor

312 E Orangeburg AveModesto, CA 95350
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Sedona
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sedona

2821 Lou Ann DrModesto, CA 95350
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Sequoia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sequoia Apartments

4825 Sequoia StSalida, CA 95368
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1956 Darrah St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1956 Darrah St

1956 Darrah StCeres, CA 95307

Modesto, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Modesto, CA

Pricing Updated: 11/17/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
La Loma$1,300$1,3001
North Oaks$1,300$9753
O. G. Southside$1,495$1,4502
Canterbury Estates$1,525$1,0006
Downtown Modesto$1,525$1,0495
University$1,537$1,0009
River View$1,550$1,4503
West Side Modesto$1,550$1,0004
Bret Harte$1,625$1,4503
Claremont Crossing$1,662$9756

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cedarwood Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,044
Spring Glen ApartmentsBLDG. 1613 0X1 STUDIO W/ BALCONYStudio,1BA$1,075
L150 - Orange Garden ApartmentsRemodeled 1 bedroom Kitchen & Bath1BR,1BA$1,195
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton1BR,1BA$1,335
Bridgeford Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,364
Vineyard ApartmentsMerlot1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2337 St Lawrence Ln2337 St Lawrence Ln1BR,1BA$0.95
Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.87
Meridian at EastgateA2BR,2BA$1.72
Standiford Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.85
Pacific Crest Apartments2X22BR,2BA$1.75
Capistrano Park2 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Garage2BR,1BA$1.60
The Redwoods Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.89
3002 Lake Park Ct3002 Lake Park Ct2BR,1BA$1.89
Chardonnay Ridge2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.06
1601 Carver Rd1601 Carver Rd2BR,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

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58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

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51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Modesto, CA Area Reviews

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October 14, 2025

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 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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