
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA from $300 with Washer/Dryer (16 Rentals)
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815-825 E Channel St

Torcello (L03)

Villa Montecito

Marquis Place
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Grant Village Townhomes

Valle del Sol

Westgate Townhomes

Kelley Drive Condominiums

Cambridge Court
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Diamond Cove Townhomes II

Colonial Plaza Apartments

Telegraph Village

Stamford Court Apartments

Polo Run
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Wysteria
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stockton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton Studio Apartments | $1,478 | $620 | $2,549 |
| Stockton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,623 | $975 | $2,200 |
| Stockton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,064 | $1,250 | $3,170 |
| Stockton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,011 | $1,625 | $3,545 |
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Stockton, CA Area Reviews
Shannon
October 15, 2025Stockton is a fantastic place for students and for people looking to make a life in California without breaking the bank.
Janet • 4+ years in Stockton
May 13, 2025Born and raised in Stockton, CA temp living out of town but wanting to return back to stockton can you help me with affordable housing? Thank you
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 815-825 E Channel St which is listed at $990, while the average apartment in Stockton costs $2,038.
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 34 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 $133 which is $1,905 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stockton.
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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods in Stockton
Written by: Shannon Hilson
California is notorious for its high cost of living, but there are definitely hidden gems here that actually let you exhale between rent payments.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.