Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Modesto Neighborhood of Modesto, CA from $700 (49 Rentals)

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2109 Chrysler 1 Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2109 Chrysler 1 Dr

2109 Chrysler 1 DrModesto, CA 95350
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Ashwood Village
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Ashwood Village

2800 W Rumble RdModesto, CA 95350
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Amber Lights Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Amber Lights Apartments

2124 Wylie DrModesto, CA 95355
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Del Nido Apartments
Studio Apartments

Del Nido Apartments

2100 Wylie DrModesto, CA 95355
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California Dreaming: A Local Expert's Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Modesto

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Oakbrook Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakbrook Apartments

1860 Scenic DrModesto, CA 95355
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Chardonnay Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chardonnay Ridge

1313 Celeste DrModesto, CA 95355

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Spartan Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Spartan Manor

312 E Orangeburg AveModesto, CA 95350
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120 E Fairmont Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

120 E Fairmont Ave

120 E Fairmont AveModesto, CA 95354
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Sedona
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sedona

2821 Lou Ann DrModesto, CA 95350
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Vineyard Apartments
$1,445 - $2,255
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Vineyard Apartments

1625 Richland AveCeres, CA 95307
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1956 Darrah St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1956 Darrah St

1956 Darrah StCeres, CA 95307
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Richland Living
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Richland Living

1749 Richland AveCeres, CA 95307
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Thrive Living Home
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Thrive Living Home

1757 Richland AveCeres, CA 95307
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Southwest Modesto, Modesto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Modesto Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Modesto area of Modesto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cedarwood Apartments priced from $1,044. 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 Southwest Modesto apartments for rent in Modesto, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cedarwood Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,044
Spring Glen ApartmentsBLDG. 1625 1X11BR,1BA$1,299
La Loma Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom ADA1BR,1BA$1,299
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton1BR,1BA$1,335
Chardonnay Ridge1 Bed 1 Bath - L1BR,1BA$1,410
Vineyard ApartmentsMerlot1BR,1BA$1,445
Capistrano Park1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Carport1BR,1BA$1,450
120 E Fairmont Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,450
The Redwoods Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,470
Stardust Villa Apartments11b1BR,1BA$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Modesto, CA

As of April 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Modesto area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2529 Crommelin Ave Model at 2529 Crommelin Ave, Unit 2533 ADU in the in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Southwest Modesto apartment is the 2B 2Ba Model at Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments starting at $2,500 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Northeast Modesto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Modesto apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2529 Crommelin Ave, Unit 2533 ADU2529 Crommelin Ave2BR,1BA$1.53
Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments2B 2Ba2BR,2BA$1.87
Meridian at EastgateA2BR,2BA$1.93
THE MARINA APARTMENTS2BD, 2BTH2BR,2BA$1.97
2605 Chester Dr, Unit A down stairs2605 Chester Dr2BR,1BA$1.78
343 Rio Grande Ave, Unit A343 Rio Grande Ave3BR,1BA$1.89
Garden East Apartments2x1 Unit2BR,1BA$1.94
Windmere ApartmentsUpstairs2BR,1BA$1.82
120 E Fairmont Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.71
Dry Creek Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.00

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Modesto, CA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Modesto Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Modesto Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Modesto Apartment is $1,044 at Cedarwood Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Modesto Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Modesto is starting from $1,450 at 120 E Fairmont Ave.

What is the most affordable Southwest Modesto Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southwest Modesto Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vineyard Apartments and starts from $1,995.

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