
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Empire Neighborhood of Modesto, CA from $1,300 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Empire area of Modesto.


Dry Creek Village Apartments

The Redwoods Apartments

Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments

Crown Ridge Apartments

Park Lakewood Apartments

Capistrano Park
Downtown Empire, Modesto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Empire?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Empire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,555 | $1,375 | $1,675 |
Downtown Empire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,781 | $1,400 | $2,500 |
Downtown Empire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,268 | $1,625 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Empire Neighborhood of Modesto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Empire Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Empire area of Modesto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Dry Creek Village Apartments priced from $1,470. Park Lakewood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Downtown Empire apartments for rent in Modesto, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Dry Creek Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,470 |
Park Lakewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
The Redwoods Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
Edge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Crown Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Empire, CA
As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Empire area is the $1.87 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments in the in the Northeast Modesto neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Downtown Empire apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Crown Ridge Apartments starting at $1,750 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Northeast Modesto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Empire apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
Crown Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
The Redwoods Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Dry Creek Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Park Lakewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
Edge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Empire, Modesto, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Empire Neighborhood in Modesto, CA
Walk Score®
54 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Empire Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Empire Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Empire Apartment is $1,470 at Dry Creek Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Empire Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Empire is starting from $1,645 at Dry Creek Village Apartments.
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