Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA from $300 (65 Rentals)

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Villa Montecito
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Montecito

1339 Kingsley AveStockton, CA 95203
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Marquis Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Marquis Place

5315 Carrington CirStockton, CA 95210
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Casa Manana Inn
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Manana Inn

3700 N Sutter StStockton, CA 95204
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Valle del Sol
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Valle del Sol

4701 Farmington RdStockton, CA 95215
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2716 Pacific Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2716 Pacific Ave

2716 Pacific AveStockton, CA 95204
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Legacy Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Apartments

418-420 N California StStockton, CA 95202
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1025 N Madison St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1025 N Madison St

1025 N Madison StStockton, CA 95202
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Cambridge Court
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Court

6507 Danny DrStockton, CA 95210
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204 E Bianchi Rd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

204 E Bianchi Rd

204 E Bianchi RdStockton, CA 95207
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Casa De Esperanza
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Casa De Esperanza

2260 S Netherton AveStockton, CA 95205
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Bennett Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bennett Apartments

135 E Magnolia StStockton, CA 95202
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1030 N San Joaquin St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1030 N San Joaquin St

1030 N San Joaquin StStockton, CA 95202
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Villa Monterey
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Monterey

4707 Kentfield RdStockton, CA 95207
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322 W Park Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

322 W Park Street

322 W Park StStockton, CA 95203
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315 S Sutter St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

315 S Sutter St

315 S Sutter StStockton, CA 95203
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Telegraph Village
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Telegraph Village

1401 Telegraph AveStockton, CA 95204
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630 N Van Buren
1 Bedroom Apartments

630 N Van Buren

630 N Van Buren StStockton, CA 95203

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Polo Run
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Polo Run

8165 Palisades DrStockton, CA 95210
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Wysteria
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Wysteria

1921 Pock LnStockton, CA 95205

Stockton, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Stockton, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/22/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Stockton, CA area range in price from $620 to $4,010 with an overall median price of $2,081. The three Stockton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Fair Oaks at $1,100, McKinley Park at $780, and Midtown West at $1,122. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Stockton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Fair Oaks$1,300$1,1004
McKinley Park$1,350$7805
Midtown West$1,350$1,1225
Airport$1,500$7802
East Stockton$1,500$7802
Kennedy$1,500$78011
Park District$1,500$7802
University Park$1,500$78010
La Morada$1,550$1,2704
Magnolia$1,550$1,10012

Cheapest Available Stockton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Stockton, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1030 N San Joaquin St in the University District neighborhood priced from $865. 322 W Park Street in the Seaport District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stockton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1030 N San Joaquin St1Bed/1Bth Townhouse1BR,1BA$865
322 W Park Streetpark-studioStudio,1BA$995
Madison Tower (55+)StudioStudio,1BA$1,122
PARKSIDE APARTMENTSStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Oakmont Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,300
Country Club Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
Oakwood ApartmentsSilverleaf Oak: A31BR,1BA$1,300
ASHLEY PARK APARTMENTS1 BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA

As of September 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stockton area is the $1.76 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Stonebridge Apartments in the in the Holiday Park neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Stockton apartment is the Schooner Model at Clipper Cove Apartments starting at $2,025 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Lincoln Village West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stockton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stonebridge Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.76
Clipper Cove ApartmentsSchooner2BR,2BA$1.79
La Espana Garden2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.81
Prospera Village2.5R - U2BR,1.5BA$1.62
Prospera Square2BRV-RO2BR,1BA$1.85
1108 Porter Avenuept2x2dg2BR,2BA$1.86
409 E Rose St, Unit 409A East Rose St409 E Rose St1BR,1BA$1.38
315 S Crescent Ave1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.83
Oakmont Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.86
1030 N San Joaquin St1Bed/1Bth Townhouse1BR,1BA$1.57

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Stockton Overview

Positioned on the San Joaquin River, Stockton is one of California’s largest cities. Its seaport provides a passage to California’s central valley, and the city itself is a haven for people seeking out a unique experience that embodies the essence of the region. Cultures come together along the California Delta, where Stockton brings different communities together in a diverse, energetic place filled with both modern day convenience and rich history. In Stockton, you will find yourself experiencing the unexpected and loving every minute of it.

Why live in Stockton, CA?

Stockton offers its residents affordable living conditions, cultural diversity and a rich history that is well represented by a number of landmarks present in the city. For those wondering if this is enough, there is also the proximity with nearby San Francisco to consider, as well as the convenience of its public transportation systems. For people seeking city living that is still affordable, or who want to be at the center of things, Stockton is widely considered to be the “crossroads” of California’s central valley. From the ocean and the port through which its accessed all the way to the bustling populace filled with exciting sights, smells and tastes, Stockton has something for everyone.

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Getting Around Stockton, CA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Stockton, CA Area Reviews

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stockton Apartments

    What is a cheap apartment in Stockton?

    A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Stockton is under $1,300.

    What is the price of a cheap apartment in Stockton?

    The cheapest apartment in Stockton is 1030 N San Joaquin St which is listed at $865, while the average apartment in Stockton costs $2,081.

    What types of apartments are the cheapest in Stockton?

    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 64 regular apartments in Stockton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

    How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Stockton?

    Cheap apartments in Stockton have an average cost of $643 which is $1,438 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stockton.

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