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Modesto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Modesto, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/13/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Modesto, CA area range in price from $1,025 to $4,010 with an overall median price of $2,282. The three Modesto neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are North Oaks at $1,300, West Side Modesto at $1,200, and La Loma at $1,495. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Modesto Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Oaks$1,325$1,3002
West Side Modesto$1,350$1,2002
La Loma$1,495$1,4951
Downtown Modesto$1,525$1,2002
Southwest Turlock$1,600$1,6001
Silverwood$1,650$1,6501
Central Modesto$1,795$1,3505
River View$1,850$1,4501
Claremont Crossing$1,950$1,3002
North Modesto$2,035$1,02530

Cheapest Available Modesto Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Modesto, CA is a Studio unit found at 1612 Apartments in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood priced from $1,207. Sierra Glen in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Modesto apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1612 ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,207
Sierra Glen1x1 A1BR,1BA$1,325
The Redwoods Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,335
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton1BR,1BA$1,335
Bridgeford Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,433

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Modesto, CA

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Modesto area is the $1.66 price per square foot Duplex B Model at Wisdom Place in the in the East Modesto neighborhood starting from $2,840. 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.
Wisdom PlaceDuplex B3BR,2BA$1.66
Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.87
Pacific Crest Apartments2X1.5 Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.91
824 River Rd, Unit 3BR 1BA Duplex Unit824 River Rd3BR,1BA$1.84
Meridian at EastgateA2BR,2BA$1.87
Standiford Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.99
Manchester CourtThe Tuscany2BR,2BA$2.05
1956 Darrah StDarrah 2 bed2BR,1BA$1.67
Garden East Apartments2x1 Unit2BR,1BA$2.00
The Redwoods Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.90

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Frequently Asked Questions about Modesto

What type of rentals are currently available in Modesto?

There are currently 683 Apartments for Rent in Modesto, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $3,400. There are also 105 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Modesto ranging from $850 to $3,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Modesto?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Modesto ranges from $850 to $3,850 with an average monthly rent of $2,232.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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