
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Stockton Neighborhood of Stockton, CA from $400 (194 Rentals)
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837 Market E St, Unit 21

Madison Arches Apartments

Hotel Stockton Apartments

35 W Magnolia St

628 N Sutter St

119 E Lindsay St

1307 N San Joaquin St

545 E Oak St

1414 E Oak St
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537 E Oak St

Dameron Apartments

415 E Flora St

430 E Acacia St

332 N California St

Bldg 522

102-104 W Flora St

130 E Fremont St

102 W Flora St

Arena Park Apartments
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529 W Flora St

Great Cash Flow with Upside Potential

1764 Harbor Ave

518 S El Dorado St

Lafayette Apartments

1117 S San Joaquin St

2517 E Harding Way

1835 Roselawn Ave

1321 S Pilgrim St

729-731 N Filbert St
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1841 Milton St

345 S American St

2730 N Hunter St

517 N Hunter St

401 S Hunter St

724 E Church St

730-736 E Sonora St

506 W Stadium Dr

3405-3423 Pacific Ave

1034-1040 S California St
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314 S Stanislaus St

430 S Stanislaus St

Rancho Mobile Home Park

Maple Manor

640 Dave Brubeck Way

825 N Harrison St

Courtyard at Pacific

401 E Noble St

3435 Pacific Ave

833 N Harrison St
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Downtown Stockton, Stockton, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Stockton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Stockton Studio Apartments | $1,106 | $780 | $1,600 |
| Downtown Stockton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $1,135 | $2,200 |
| Downtown Stockton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $1,420 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 194 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Stockton Neighborhood of Stockton, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Stockton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Stockton area of Stockton, CA is a Studio unit found at Hotel Stockton Apartments priced from $428. 322 W Park Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Downtown Stockton apartments for rent in Stockton, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Stockton Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $428 |
| 322 W Park Street | park-studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Madison Tower (55+) | Studio (Renovated) | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| 630 N Van Buren | vb 1x1 C-RD | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Madison Arches Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Lindsay Furnished Apartments | Furnished Studio(S) | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Stockton, CA
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Stockton area is the $1.23 price per square foot 1209 N San Joaquin St Model at 1209 N San Joaquin St, Unit 1209 in the in the University District neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Downtown Stockton apartment is the 1213 N San Joaquin St Model at 1213 N San Joaquin St, Unit 1213 starting at $1,500 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the University District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Stockton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1209 N San Joaquin St, Unit 1209 | 1209 N San Joaquin St | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 1213 N San Joaquin St, Unit 1213 | 1213 N San Joaquin St | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Hotel Stockton Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.66 |
| 322 W Park Street | park-studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
| Madison Arches Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| 630 N Van Buren | vb 1x1 C-RD | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| The Lindsay Furnished Apartments | Furnished Studio(S) | Studio ,1BA | $3.06 |
| Madison Tower (55+) | Studio (Renovated) | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
| 837 Market E St, Unit 21 | 837 Market E St | Studio ,1BA | $3.90 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Stockton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Stockton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Stockton is at Hotel Stockton Apartments listed at $428.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Stockton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Stockton Apartment is $445 at Hotel Stockton Apartments.
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