
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Downtown Southeast Neighborhood of Modesto, CA from $1,000 (95 Rentals)
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The Redwoods Apartments

Capistrano Park

Total Monthly Price
120 E Fairmont Ave

Oakbrook Apartments

511-513 Roselawn Ave

11 Units: 424-432 Sycamore Ave

Sycamore Square

1516 F St

621 15th St
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Modesto Manor Apartments

Surfside Apartments

Modesto Mobile Village

817 Burke Ave

517 16th St

116 I St

Camellia

1415-1427 Mono Dr

1105-1107 Sonora Ave

103-111 N Morton Blvd
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702 Erickson Ave

609 C St

18th Street Apartments

333-335 N Riverside Dr

722 2nd St

Parkview Apartments

1909 Scenic Dr

1800 Devonshire Ave

301 E Morris Ave

810 6th St
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1515 Oregon Dr

421 14th St

729 Anthony Ave

329-331 N Riverside Dr

1324 Canal St

215 H St

316 Burney St

Royal Palms Apartments

417 15th St

Sunrise Village
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The Villas at Creekside

127-129 Santa Barbara Ave

1327 Mono Dr

1319 Canal St

2033-2035 Wylie Dr

520 Bodem St

1307 Canal St

Terrace Trailer Park

414-418 14th St

416 6th St
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Outer Downtown Southeast, Modesto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Downtown Southeast?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Downtown Southeast 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $1,250 | $1,600 |
| Outer Downtown Southeast 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,707 | $1,050 | $2,015 |
| Outer Downtown Southeast 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $1,700 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 95 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Downtown Southeast Neighborhood of Modesto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer Downtown Southeast Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Downtown Southeast area of Modesto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Spring Glen Apartments priced from $1,395. Dry Creek Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,680. Here are the most affordable Outer Downtown Southeast apartments for rent in Modesto, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Glen Apartments | BLDG. 1625 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Dry Creek Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| The Redwoods Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Downtown Southeast, CA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Downtown Southeast area is the $1.94 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Redwoods Apartments in the in the Modesto Airport neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Outer Downtown Southeast apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Dry Creek Village Apartments starting at $1,680 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Modesto Airport neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Downtown Southeast apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Redwoods Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Dry Creek Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 120 E Fairmont Ave | 120 E Fairmont Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Spring Glen Apartments | BLDG. 1625 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter Downtown Southeast, Modesto, CA
Ranked #27
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Outer Downtown Southeast, Modesto, CA
Orville Wright Elementary
La Loma Junior High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Downtown Southeast Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Downtown Southeast Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Downtown Southeast is starting from $1,680 at Dry Creek Village Apartments.
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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.

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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