
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Heights Neighborhood of Modesto, CA from $700 (5 Rentals)
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Riverside Heights, Modesto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riverside Heights Studio Apartments | $1,238 | $975 | $1,550 |
Riverside Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $1,095 | $1,800 |
Riverside Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $1,300 | $2,091 |
Riverside Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,449 | $2,095 | $2,840 |
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Cheapest Available Riverside Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverside Heights area of Modesto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 120 E Fairmont Ave priced from $1,250. Sierra Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable Riverside Heights apartments for rent in Modesto, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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120 E Fairmont Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Sierra Glen | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Vineyard Apartments | Merlot | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside Heights, CA
As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside Heights 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 Riverside Heights apartment is the Cottage Model at Windmere Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Bing Cherry neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverside Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Spring Glen Apartments | BLDG. 1625 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Windmere Apartments | Cottage | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
PINE RIDGE | A - 2X1 848 DOWN | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Dry Creek Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
2020 Evans Rd | Single level | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Stardust Villa Apartments | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
120 E Fairmont Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Sierra Glen | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Live Oak Apartments | 1 BED Custom/Remo w/laundry | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Vineyard Apartments | Merlot | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverside Heights, Modesto, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Modesto, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Riverside Heights, Modesto, CA
James Marshall Elementary
Mark Twain Junior High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverside Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Riverside Heights is 120 E Fairmont Ave which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Riverside Heights costs $2,269.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverside Heights?
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 3 regular apartments in Riverside Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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