Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Modesto Neighborhood of Modesto, CA from $900 (52 Rentals)

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property at 3701 Colonial Dr

$1,795

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$1,795
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$1,795

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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3701 Colonial Dr, Unit 228

3701 Colonial Dr
ModestoCA95356

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Neighborhood Manor 55+
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Neighborhood Manor 55+

1200 Woodrow AveModesto, CA 95350
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2109 Chrysler 1 Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2109 Chrysler 1 Dr

2109 Chrysler 1 DrModesto, CA 95350
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Ashwood Village
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Ashwood Village

2800 W Rumble RdModesto, CA 95350
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1612 Apartments
Studio Apartments

1612 Apartments

1612 Sisk RdModesto, CA 95350
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Chardonnay Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chardonnay Ridge

1313 Celeste DrModesto, CA 95355
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Pine Grove Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Grove Apartments

204 Warren WayModesto, CA 95356
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120 E Fairmont Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

120 E Fairmont Ave

120 E Fairmont AveModesto, CA 95354
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Spartan Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Spartan Manor

312 E Orangeburg AveModesto, CA 95350
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property at 1313 Floyd Ave

$1,450 - $1,725

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1313 Floyd Ave

ModestoCA95355
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Sedona
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sedona

2821 Lou Ann DrModesto, CA 95350
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Northwest Modesto, Modesto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Modesto Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Modesto area of Modesto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sierra Glen priced from $1,200. Chardonnay Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,410. Here are the most affordable Northwest Modesto apartments for rent in Modesto, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sierra Glen1x1 B1BR,1BA$1,200
Chardonnay Ridge1 Bed 1 Bath - L1BR,1BA$1,410
Silk Oak Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,495
ShadowbrookB1BR,1BA$1,555
Stoneybrook ApartmentsStudio BStudio,1BA$1,566
Stonebridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A1BR,1BA$1,595
CYPRESS GARDENS APARTMENTS1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$1,595
Northwood Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,595
Willow GroveThe Sycamore1BR,1BA$1,645
Manchester CourtThe Meridian1BR,1BA$1,675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Modesto, CA

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Modesto area is the $1.93 price per square foot 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Hahn Triplexes in the in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood starting from $2,317. The second greatest value Northwest Modesto apartment is the 2X2 Model at Pacific Crest Apartments starting at $2,095 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Modesto apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hahn Triplexes2 Bed 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.93
Pacific Crest Apartments2X22BR,2BA$2.05
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Rothwell2BR,2BA$2.01
Rumble EstatesFirst Floor 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.06
Standiford Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.25
Manchester CourtThe Meridian1BR,1BA$2.35
Willow GroveThe Sycamore1BR,1BA$2.33
ShadowbrookB1BR,1BA$2.22
Sierra Glen1x1 B1BR,1BA$1.71
Northwood Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.33

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California, including Modesto. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Modesto Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Modesto?

The cheapest apartment in Northwest Modesto is Sierra Glen which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Northwest Modesto costs $2,222.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Modesto?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Northwest Modesto that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northwest Modesto?

Cheap apartments in Northwest Modesto have an average cost of $141 which is $2,081 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Modesto.

Expert Rental Resources

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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California Dreaming: A Local Experts Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Modesto

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.