
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Stockton Neighborhood of Stockton, CA from $400 (193 Rentals)
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837 Market E St, Unit 21, 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

518 S El Dorado St

1764 Harbor Ave

Lafayette Apartments

1117 S San Joaquin St

2517 E Harding Way

1835 Roselawn Ave

506 W Stadium Dr

3405-3423 Pacific Ave
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1034-1040 S California St

2730 N Hunter St

517 N Hunter St

401 S Hunter St

724 E Church St

730-736 E Sonora St

1321 S Pilgrim St

729-731 N Filbert St

1841 Milton St

345 S American St
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640 Dave Brubeck Way

825 N Harrison St

Courtyard at Pacific

401 E Noble St

3435 Pacific Ave

833 N Harrison St

314 S Stanislaus St

430 S Stanislaus St

Rancho Mobile Home Park

Maple Manor
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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 | $1,176 | $780 | $1,600 |
| Downtown Stockton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $875 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 193 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 Madison Tower (55+) priced from $1,100. Madison Arches Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,189. Here are the most affordable Downtown Stockton apartments for rent in Stockton, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Tower (55+) | Studio (Renovated) | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Madison Arches Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,189 |
| The Lindsay Furnished Apartments | Furnished Studio(S) | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Stockton, CA
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Stockton area is the $2.00 price per square foot park-studio Model at 322 W Park Street in the in the Seaport District neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Downtown Stockton apartment is the 1 Bedroom/1Ba Model at Madison Arches Apartments starting at $1,189 with a $2.40 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 322 W Park Street | park-studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
| Madison Arches Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 104 W Fulton St, Unit 104-a | 104 W Fulton St | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 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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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Stockton, Stockton, CA
Ranked #58
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet 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 322 W Park Street listed at $1,000.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Stockton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Stockton Apartment is $1,189 at Madison Arches Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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