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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
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton1BR,1BA$1,385
Edge1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sonora, CA and Nearby

As of May 24, 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 2X1.5 Townhouse Model at Pacific Crest Apartments starting at $2,000 with a $1.74 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 Apartments2X1.5 Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.74
Tapestry at SilverwoodResidence A2BR,2BA$1.93
Standiford Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom S2BR,1BA$1.86
TRAILS AT 2112The Dunhaven2BR,2BA$2.15
The Redwoods Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.97
Dry Creek Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.99
Shepherd Street Apartments165 Shepherd StStudio ,1BA$1.62
120 E Fairmont Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.79
Sierra Glen1x1 A1BR,1BA$2.11

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonora

What type of rentals are currently available in Sonora?

There are currently 64 Apartments for Rent in Sonora, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $2,968. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sonora ranging from $1,150 to $4,999.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sonora?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sonora ranges from $1,150 to $4,999 with an average monthly rent of $2,365.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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