
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Neighborhood of Modesto, CA from $900 (24 Rentals)
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3700 Tully Rd

900 17th St

520-520 Sycamore Ave

530 Coffee Rd

Greenbriar Villa Apartments

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1612 Apartments

Standiford Court Apartments
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1237 Cecil Way

Shadowbrook

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Monterey Village

Neighborhood Manor 55+

Cedarwood Apartments

2109 Chrysler 1 Dr

Ashwood Village

Sheila Gardens Apartment
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L150 - Orange Garden Apartments

120 E Fairmont Ave

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3000 Coffee Apartments

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Spartan Manor

Chardonnay Ridge

Sedona
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Northwest, Modesto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Studio Apartments | $1,260 | $1,050 | $1,380 |
| Northwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,588 | $1,108 | $1,895 |
| Northwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,916 | $1,550 | $2,885 |
| Northwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,417 | $2,015 | $2,831 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Neighborhood of Modesto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest area of Modesto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cedarwood Apartments priced from $1,044. L150 - Orange Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Northwest apartments for rent in Modesto, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedarwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,044 |
| L150 - Orange Garden Apartments | 150 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 120 E Fairmont Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Sierra Glen | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Greenbriar Villa Apartments | The Stanton | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest, CA
As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest area is the $1.99 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Hahn Triplexes in the in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood starting from $2,631. The second greatest value Northwest apartment is the 2X2 Villa Model at Pacific Crest Apartments starting at $2,295 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hahn Triplexes | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Pacific Crest Apartments | 2X2 Villa | 3BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Summerview Apartments | The Oasis | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| Standiford Court Apartments | Two Bedroom S | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Monterey Village | The Fanshell | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Carmel Woods Apartments | Pacific Grove- Courtyard/pool view | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| 120 E Fairmont Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Manchester Court | The Meridian | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Sierra Glen | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Cedarwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Northwest, Modesto, CA
Elihu Beard Elementary
Roosevelt Junior High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest is Cedarwood Apartments which is listed at $1,044, while the average apartment in Northwest costs $2,297.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest?
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 5 regular apartments in Northwest 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?
Cheap apartments in Northwest have an average cost of $170 which is $2,127 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest.
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