Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sonora, CA from $1,000 (12 Rentals)

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Sonora, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sonora Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sonora, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 120 E Fairmont Ave in the Central Modesto neighborhood priced from $1,250. Shepherd Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sonora apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
120 E Fairmont Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,250
Shepherd Street Apartments165 Shepherd StStudio,1BA$1,295
Sierra Glen1x1 A1BR,1BA$1,325
Capistrano Park1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Carport1BR,1BA$1,375
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sonora, CA and Nearby

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sonora area is the $1.85 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments in the in the Northeast Modesto neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Sonora apartment is the 3X2 Villa Model at Pacific Crest Apartments starting at $2,450 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Central Modesto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sonora apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.85
Pacific Crest Apartments3X2 Villa3BR,2BA$1.70
Tapestry at SilverwoodResidence A2BR,2BA$1.93
Park Lakewood Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.90
Carmel WoodsPacific Grove2BR,2BA$2.11
The Redwoods Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.86
Dry Creek Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.95
120 E Fairmont Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.56
Shepherd Street Apartments165 Shepherd StStudio ,1BA$1.62
Sierra Glen1x1 A1BR,1BA$2.11

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Getting Around Sonora, CA

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

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Bike Score®

19 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sonora Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sonora Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sonora Apartment is $1,250 at 120 E Fairmont Ave.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sonora is starting from $1,590 at Dry Creek Village Apartments.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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