Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA from $300 (66 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 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 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Apartments

418-420 N California StStockton, CA 95202
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1025 N Madison St
1 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 Bedroom Apartments

204 E Bianchi Rd

204 E Bianchi RdStockton, CA 95207
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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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Delta Village Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Delta Village Apartments

1625 Rosemarie LnStockton, CA 95207
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Villa Monterey
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Monterey

4707 Kentfield RdStockton, CA 95207
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315 S Sutter St
1 Bedroom Apartments

315 S Sutter St

315 S Sutter StStockton, CA 95203
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Telegraph Village
Studio to 1 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
2 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

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Stockton, CA

Pricing Updated: 08/04/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Stockton, CA area range in price from $620 to $4,472 with an overall median price of $2,093. The three Stockton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Midtown West at $900, La Morada at $1,150, and Valley Oak District at $1,150. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Stockton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Midtown West$1,360$9005
La Morada$1,450$1,1505
Valley Oak District$1,450$1,1506
Airport$1,500$1,5001
Kennedy$1,500$9009
Park District$1,500$1,5001
University Park$1,500$9009
Magnolia$1,550$90011
McKinley Park$1,550$1,2503
University District$1,550$9759

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. 322 W Park Street in the Seaport District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stockton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Iron Horse ApartmentsStudio-SStudio,1BA$1,000
322 W Park Streetpark-studioStudio,1BA$1,095
Madison Tower (55+)StudioStudio,1BA$1,122
WESTPOINTE APARTMENTS1x1 bdrm 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,150
5412 Holiday Dr1 Bed/1 Bth1BR,1BA$1,195
PARKSIDE APARTMENTSStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Lincoln Courtyards at 531 Glendora Avenuegle1x1u.a1BR,1BA$1,295
Pacific Villas at Shelly Court1x1 PV1BR,1BA$1,295
Prospera SquareDownstairs 1 Bedroom, Walk-In Kitchen Pantry, A...1BR,1BA$1,299
Oakwood ApartmentsSilverleaf Oak: A31BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA

As of August 04, 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 Clipper Model at Clipper Cove Apartments starting at $2,029 with a $1.63 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.
8642 Acapulco Way, Unit 28642 Acapulco Way3BR,1.5BA$1.44
Clipper Cove ApartmentsClipper2BR,2BA$1.63
729 N Filbert St, Unit 729 N Filbert st729 N Filbert St2BR,1BA$1.80
La Espana Garden2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.91
Prospera Village2.5R - U2BR,1.5BA$1.62
Pacific Villas at Shelly Court2x1 PV2BR,1BA$1.83
1616 E Market St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.89
315 S Crescent Ave1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.78
Oakmont Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.86
5412 Holiday Dr1 Bed/1 Bth1BR,1BA$1.84

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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

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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 WESTPOINTE APARTMENTS which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Stockton costs $2,093.

    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 83 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 $632 which is $1,461 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stockton.

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