Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Empire Neighborhood of Modesto, CA from $1,300 (22 Rentals)

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224 S Abbie St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

224 S Abbie St

224 S Abbie StModesto, CA 95357
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2520 Miller Ave
Studio Apartments

2520 Miller Ave

2520 Miller AveModesto, CA 95354
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2509 Haddon Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2509 Haddon Ave

2509 Haddon AveModesto, CA 95354

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2505 Haddon Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2505 Haddon Ave

2505 Haddon AveModesto, CA 95354
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130 S Abbie St
Studio Apartments

130 S Abbie St

130 S Abbie StModesto, CA 95357
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2501 Haddon Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2501 Haddon Ave

2501 Haddon AveModesto, CA 95354
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Breezewood
Studio Apartments

Breezewood

648 Santa Fe AveEmpire, CA 95319
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416 B St
2 Bedroom Apartments

416 B St

416 B StEmpire, CA 95319
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225 S Abbie St
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

225 S Abbie St

225 S Abbie StEmpire, CA 95319

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434 B St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

434 B St

434 B StEmpire, CA 95319

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 Park Lakewood Apartments priced from $1,550. The Redwoods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,570. Here are the most affordable Downtown Empire apartments for rent in Modesto, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Lakewood Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,550
The Redwoods Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1,570
Dry Creek Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,680
Edge2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,875
Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Empire, CA

As of January 09, 2026 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 2 Bathroom Model at The Redwoods Apartments starting at $1,570 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Modesto Airport neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Empire apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.87
The Redwoods Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.79
Dry Creek Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.06
Edge2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.32
Park Lakewood Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.41

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 $1,550 at Park Lakewood 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 $1,570 at The Redwoods Apartments.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.