
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA from $300 (68 Rentals)
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102 W Fulton St, Unit 102

Lincoln Village Park Apartments

Iron Horse Apartments

409 E Rose St, Unit 409A East Rose St

Torcello (L03)

Madison Tower (55+)

1025 N Madison St
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WESTPOINTE APARTMENTS

522 N Monroe St

Oakwood Apartments

Laguna Park

Pacific Villas at Shelly Court

Prospera Square
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The Grand at Buckingham

Abbey Pointe Apartments

The Lindsay Furnished Apartments

1340 N Monroe St, Unit 1
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Stockton, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stockton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Stockton Studio Apartments | $1,387 | $620 | $2,780 |
Cheap Stockton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $650 | $2,200 |
Cheap Stockton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,048 | $770 | $3,460 |
Cheap Stockton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,764 | $880 | $3,875 |
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Stockton, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Stockton, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/27/2025Current apartment rentals in the Stockton, CA area range in price from $620 to $4,421 with an overall median price of $2,091. The three Stockton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Fair Oaks at $1,100, Airport at $1,500, and East Stockton at $1,500. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Stockton Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Fair Oaks | $1,300 | $1,100 | 3 |
Airport | $1,500 | $1,500 | 1 |
East Stockton | $1,500 | $1,500 | 1 |
Park District | $1,500 | $1,500 | 1 |
McKinley Park | $1,550 | $1,250 | 3 |
Magnolia | $1,562 | $975 | 11 |
University District | $1,562 | $975 | 8 |
Country Club Pacific | $1,625 | $620 | 40 |
Silverton | $1,625 | $1,000 | 9 |
Weston Ranch | $1,625 | $1,000 | 16 |
Cheapest Available Stockton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stockton, CA is a Studio unit found at Iron Horse Apartments in the West Stockton neighborhood priced from $1,000. Lincoln Village Park Apartments in the Lakeview District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stockton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Iron Horse Apartments | Studio-S | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Lincoln Village Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
630 N Van Buren | vb 1x1 C-RD | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Madison Tower (55+) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,122 |
Lincoln Courtyards at 531 Glendora Avenue | gle1x1u.a | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Pacific Villas at Shelly Court | 1x1 PV | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
The Lindsay Furnished Apartments | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
The Grand at Buckingham | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Oakwood Apartments | Silverleaf Oak: A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Torcello (L03) | The Allegro Upstairs | Studio,1BA | $1,330 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA
As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stockton area is the $1.44 price per square foot 8642 Acapulco Way Model at 8642 Acapulco Way, Unit 2 in the in the Elkhorn neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Stockton apartment is the 2566 Gareth Cir Model at 2566 Gareth Cir, Unit 2566 starting at $2,200 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Valley Oak District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stockton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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8642 Acapulco Way, Unit 2 | 8642 Acapulco Way | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
2566 Gareth Cir, Unit 2566 | 2566 Gareth Cir | 3BR,2BA | $1.98 |
Prospera Village | 2.5R - L | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
Grouse Run Apartments | 4738 Grouse Run Dr. | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Prospera Square | 2BRV-ROH | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
Pacific Villas at Shelly Court | 2x1 PV | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
1616 E Market St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
WESTPOINTE APARTMENTS | 2x1 bdrm 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Lincoln Village Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Oakwood Apartments | Silverleaf Oak: A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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 $1,330.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Stockton?
The cheapest apartment in Stockton is Lincoln Village Park Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Stockton costs $2,091.
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 92 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 $579 which is $1,512 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stockton.
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