Cheap Homes for Rent in Outer Downtown Southeast Neighborhood of Modesto, CA from $1,600 (7 Rentals)

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Outer Downtown Southeast, Modesto, CA Local Guide

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 120 E Fairmont Ave priced from $1,250. Dry Creek Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,510. Here are the most affordable Outer Downtown Southeast apartments for rent in Modesto, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
120 E Fairmont Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,250
Dry Creek Village Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,510
The Redwoods Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,520

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Downtown Southeast, CA

As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Downtown Southeast area is the $1.77 price per square foot BLDG. 1625 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at Spring Glen Apartments in the in the East Modesto neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Outer Downtown Southeast apartment is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 120 E Fairmont Ave starting at $1,250 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Central Modesto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Downtown Southeast apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Spring Glen ApartmentsBLDG. 1625 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.77
120 E Fairmont Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.56
The Redwoods Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.17
Dry Creek Village Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.29

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer Downtown Southeast

What type of rentals are currently available in Outer Downtown Southeast?

There are currently 199 Apartments for Rent in Outer Downtown Southeast, CA with pricing that ranges from $975 to $1,795. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer Downtown Southeast ranging from $1,625 to $2,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Outer Downtown Southeast?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer Downtown Southeast ranges from $1,625 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,056.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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