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property at 1121 W Churchill St

$675

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5 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

1121 W Churchill St

StocktonCA95207

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property at 6015 N Alturas Ave

$1,250

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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6015 N Alturas Ave

StocktonCA95207

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Stockton, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Stockton, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/06/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Stockton, CA area range in price from $620 to $4,458 with an overall median price of $2,081. The three Stockton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Airport at $780, East Stockton at $780, and Park District at $780. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Stockton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Airport$780$7801
East Stockton$780$7801
Park District$780$7801
Fox Creek$1,250$1,2501
Fair Oaks$1,550$1,2504
La Morada$1,550$1,2706
University District$1,550$1,1005
Valley Oak District$1,550$1,2507
West Stockton$1,625$1,0009
Country Club Pacific$1,695$62036

Cheapest Available Stockton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Stockton, CA is a Studio unit found at 322 W Park Street in the Seaport District neighborhood priced from $995. Madison Tower (55+) in the University District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stockton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
322 W Park Streetpark-studioStudio,1BA$995
Madison Tower (55+)Studio (Renovated)Studio,1BA$1,100
Lincoln Courtyards at 531 Glendora Avenuegle1x1u.a1BR,1BA$1,195
Madison Arches Apartments1 Bedroom/1Ba1BR,1BA$1,225
Emerald Estates Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1,245

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA

As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stockton area is the $1.81 price per square foot Schooner Model at Clipper Cove Apartments in the in the Lincoln Village West neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Stockton apartment is the 1209 N San Joaquin St Model at 1209 N San Joaquin St, Unit 1209 starting at $1,250 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the University 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.
Clipper Cove ApartmentsSchooner2BR,2BA$1.81
1209 N San Joaquin St, Unit 12091209 N San Joaquin St1BR,1BA$1.23
1213 N San Joaquin St, Unit 12131213 N San Joaquin St2BR,1BA$1.49
17 W Poplar St, Unit 1917 W Poplar St3BR,2BA$1.90
Prospera Village2R-U2BR,1BA$1.57
111 North Walnut Avenue2/12BR,1BA$1.98
Stonebridge Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.00
1108 Porter Avenuept2x2df2BR,2BA$1.89
SORRENTO2x12BR,1BA$1.97
322 W Park Streetpark-studioStudio ,1BA$1.99

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Shannon

October 15, 2025

Stockton is a fantastic place for students and for people looking to make a life in California without breaking the bank.

Janet4+ years in Stockton

May 13, 2025

Born 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 Stockton

What type of rentals are currently available in Stockton?

There are currently 1117 Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA with pricing that ranges from $620 to $3,495. There are also 112 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Stockton ranging from $675 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Stockton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Stockton ranges from $675 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,400.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Stockton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Stockton range from $880 to $3,495, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,625 to $4,299. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,150.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Experts Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods in Stockton

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California is notorious for its high cost of living, but there are definitely hidden gems here that actually let you exhale between rent payments.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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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.