
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sierra Neighborhood of Modesto, CA from $1,100 (18 Rentals)
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124 Walden St

1016-1018 Hackberry Ave

150 Burney St

1236 Vito Ave

404 Thrasher Ave, Unit B
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Capistrano Park

Dry Creek Village Apartments

536-536 1/2 College Ave

Del Nido Apartments

Amber Lights Apartments

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Cedarwood Apartments

La Loma Senior Apartments

Spring Glen Apartments

120 E Fairmont Ave

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Vineyard Apartments

Ceres Christian Terrace
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Sierra, Modesto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sierra?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,511 | $1,350 | $1,800 |
| Sierra 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,769 | $1,350 | $2,000 |
| Sierra 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,125 | $1,700 | $2,340 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sierra Neighborhood of Modesto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sierra Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sierra area of Modesto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at La Loma Senior Apartments priced from $1,275. Spring Glen Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Sierra apartments for rent in Modesto, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Loma Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Spring Glen Apartments | BLDG. 1625 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Vineyard Apartments | Merlot | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| PINE RIDGE | B - 2X1 848 UP | 2BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Dry Creek Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,680 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sierra, CA
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sierra area is the $1.00 price per square foot 805 Princeton Ave Model at 805 Princeton Ave, Unit Cozy Cottage in the in the Central Modesto neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Sierra apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Redwoods Apartments starting at $1,815 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Modesto Airport neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sierra apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 805 Princeton Ave, Unit Cozy Cottage | 805 Princeton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Redwoods Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| PINE RIDGE | A - 2X1 848 DOWN | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Dry Creek Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Glen Even | Single level | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Spring Glen Apartments | BLDG. 1625 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Vineyard Apartments | Merlot | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| La Loma Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSierra, Modesto, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sierra Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sierra Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sierra Apartment is $1,275 at La Loma Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sierra Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sierra is starting from $1,675 at PINE RIDGE.
What is the most affordable Sierra Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sierra Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vineyard Apartments and starts from $2,050.
Expert Rental Resources
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