Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA from $300 (68 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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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
Senior Living
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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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Stockton, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Stockton, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/27/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Fair Oaks$1,300$1,1003
Airport$1,500$1,5001
East Stockton$1,500$1,5001
Park District$1,500$1,5001
McKinley Park$1,550$1,2503
Magnolia$1,562$97511
University District$1,562$9758
Country Club Pacific$1,625$62040
Silverton$1,625$1,0009
Weston Ranch$1,625$1,00016

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Iron Horse ApartmentsStudio-SStudio,1BA$1,000
Lincoln Village Park Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,000
630 N Van Burenvb 1x1 C-RD1BR,1BA$1,100
Madison Tower (55+)StudioStudio,1BA$1,122
Lincoln Courtyards at 531 Glendora Avenuegle1x1u.a1BR,1BA$1,195
Pacific Villas at Shelly Court1x1 PV1BR,1BA$1,295
The Lindsay Furnished ApartmentsFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,300
The Grand at Buckingham1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,300
Oakwood ApartmentsSilverleaf Oak: A31BR,1BA$1,300
Torcello (L03)The Allegro UpstairsStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8642 Acapulco Way, Unit 28642 Acapulco Way3BR,1.5BA$1.44
2566 Gareth Cir, Unit 25662566 Gareth Cir3BR,2BA$1.98
Prospera Village2.5R - L2BR,1.5BA$1.62
Grouse Run Apartments4738 Grouse Run Dr.2BR,1BA$1.96
Prospera Square2BRV-ROH2BR,1BA$1.91
Pacific Villas at Shelly Court2x1 PV2BR,1BA$1.83
1616 E Market St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.89
WESTPOINTE APARTMENTS2x1 bdrm 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.96
Lincoln Village Park Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.38
Oakwood ApartmentsSilverleaf Oak: A31BR,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

Stockton, CA Area Reviews

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    May 13, 2025

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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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