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Modesto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Modesto, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Modesto, CA area range in price from $1,025 to $4,010 with an overall median price of $2,223. The three Modesto neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are North Oaks at $1,395, Bret Harte at $1,250, 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
North Oaks$1,445$1,3952
Bret Harte$1,450$1,2502
O. G. Southside$1,450$1,4501
River View$1,450$1,2502
South Modesto$1,450$1,2502
Claremont Crossing$1,594$1,3953
Canterbury Estates$1,600$1,1082
Downtown Modesto$1,600$1,1082
La Loma$1,600$1,3004
University$1,600$1,1088

Cheapest Available Modesto Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Modesto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at L150 - Orange Garden Apartments in the Central Modesto neighborhood priced from $1,195. 120 E Fairmont Ave in the Central Modesto neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Modesto apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
L150 - Orange Garden ApartmentsRemodeled 1 bedroom Kitchen & Bath1BR,1BA$1,195
120 E Fairmont Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,250
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton1BR,1BA$1,335
Vineyard ApartmentsMerlot1BR,1BA$1,445
Dry Creek Village Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Modesto, CA

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Modesto area is the $1.70 price per square foot 3X2 Villa Model at Pacific Crest Apartments in the in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood starting from $2,450. 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.
Pacific Crest Apartments3X2 Villa3BR,2BA$1.70
Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.87
Meridian at EastgateA2BR,2BA$1.87
1956 Darrah StDarrah 2 bed2BR,1BA$1.78
Garden East Apartments2x1 Unit2BR,1BA$2.06
The Redwoods Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.91
Windmere ApartmentsDownstairs2BR,1BA$2.06
PINE RIDGEA - 2X1 848 DOWN2BR,1BA$2.06
Dry Creek Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.99
120 E Fairmont Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about Modesto

What type of rentals are currently available in Modesto?

There are currently 674 Apartments for Rent in Modesto, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $3,400. There are also 97 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Modesto ranging from $900 to $3,985.

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 $900 to $3,985 with an average monthly rent of $2,131.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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