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Modesto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Modesto, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Modesto, CA area range in price from $800 to $4,750 with an overall median price of $2,876. The three Modesto neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Hughson at $1,550, Southwest Turlock at $1,600, and Downtown Patterson at $1,695. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Modesto Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Hughson$1,550$1,55013
Southwest Turlock$1,700$1,60023
Downtown Patterson$1,800$1,6959
River View$1,850$1,600118
South Modesto$1,850$1,75091
La Loma$1,900$1,85027
Downtown Turlock$2,000$1,10075
Wright$2,000$1,10075
Southeast Turlock$2,295$1,100100
Central Modesto$2,325$1,67955

Cheapest Available Modesto Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Modesto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sierra Glen in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood priced from $1,175. L150 - Orange Garden Apartments in the Central Modesto neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Modesto apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sierra Glen1x1 B1BR,1BA$1,175
L150 - Orange Garden ApartmentsRemodeled 1 bedroom Kitchen & Bath1BR,1BA$1,195
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton1BR,1BA$1,335
Spring Glen ApartmentsBLDG. 1613 1X1 W/ BALCONY SPACE1BR,1BA$1,345
Stardust Villa Apartments1 Bed 1 bath cottage1BR,1BA$1,435

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Modesto, CA

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Modesto area is the $1.86 price per square foot Two Bedroom S Model at Standiford Court Apartments in the in the Central Modesto neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Modesto apartment is the Second Floor 2 Bedroom Model at Rumble Road Apartments starting at $1,825 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Central Modesto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Modesto apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Standiford Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom S2BR,1BA$1.86
Rumble Road ApartmentsSecond Floor 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.05
Garden East Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.06
Windmere ApartmentsCottage2BR,1BA$2.12
510 Sycamore Ave, Unit C510 Sycamore Ave2BR,1BA$1.76
ShadowbrookC2BR,1BA$1.99
PINE RIDGEA - 2X1 848 DOWN2BR,1BA$2.06
Brooks LandingBungalow1BR,1BA$2.14
2213 Peppermint DrTwo bed2BR,1BA$2.13
Sierra Glen1x1 B1BR,1BA$1.68

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Frequently Asked Questions about Modesto

What type of rentals are currently available in Modesto?

There are currently 685 Apartments for Rent in Modesto, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $3,400. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Modesto ranging from $1,250 to $3,300.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Modesto ranges from $1,250 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,342.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Modesto range from $1,625 to $3,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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