
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Empire Neighborhood of Modesto, CA from $1,400 (20 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

Crown Ridge Apartments

Capistrano Park

333-335 N Riverside Dr
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329-331 N Riverside Dr

The Villas at Creekside

224 S Abbie St

5321-5351 Yosemite Blvd

2520 Miller Ave

2509 Haddon Ave
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2505 Haddon Ave

130 S Abbie St

2517-2521 Haddon Ave

2501 Haddon Ave

Breezewood

416 B St
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225 S Abbie St

434 B St
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Empire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $1,450 | $1,725 |
| Downtown Empire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $1,475 | $2,050 |
| Downtown Empire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,151 | $1,700 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 20 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 $1,525. The Redwoods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Downtown Empire apartments for rent in Modesto, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Creek Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| The Redwoods Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,700 |
| Edge | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Empire, CA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Empire area is the $1.94 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Redwoods Apartments in the in the Modesto Airport neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Downtown Empire apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Edge starting at $1,875 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the East 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Redwoods Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Edge | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Dry Creek Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 3608 Balfour Ln, Unit #C | 3608 Balfour Ln | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Empire 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 $1,690 at Dry Creek Village Apartments.
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Written by: Shannon Hilson
If you’re looking for that California sweet spot between affordability and livability, then Modesto just might be the match you’ve been looking for.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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