
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Modesto Neighborhood of Modesto, CA from $700 (11 Rentals)
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Southwest Modesto, Modesto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Modesto?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southwest Modesto Studio Apartments | $1,325 | $1,150 | $1,500 |
Southwest Modesto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $1,135 | $2,043 |
Southwest Modesto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,859 | $1,400 | $2,500 |
Southwest Modesto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,338 | $1,625 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Modesto Neighborhood of Modesto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Modesto Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Modesto area of Modesto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at L150 - Orange Garden Apartments priced from $1,195. Greenbriar Villa Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,335. Here are the most affordable Southwest Modesto apartments for rent in Modesto, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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L150 - Orange Garden Apartments | Remodeled 1 bedroom Kitchen & Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Greenbriar Villa Apartments | The Stanton | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
Spring Glen Apartments | BLDG. 1625 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,379 |
Chardonnay Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath - S | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Santa Paula Commons | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Modesto, CA
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Modesto area is the $1.97 price per square foot 2BD, 2BTH Model at THE MARINA APARTMENTS in the in the East Modesto neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Southwest Modesto apartment is the The Dunhaven Model at TRAILS AT 2112 starting at $2,040 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the East Modesto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Modesto apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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THE MARINA APARTMENTS | 2BD, 2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
TRAILS AT 2112 | The Dunhaven | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
Rumble Road Apartments | Second Floor 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
Edge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
Windmere Apartments | Cottage | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
PINE RIDGE | A - 2X1 848 DOWN | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Whispering Woods | Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
The Redwoods Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Dry Creek Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
Greenbriar Villa Apartments | The Stanton | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Modesto, Modesto, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Southwest Modesto, Modesto, CA
James Marshall Elementary
Mark Twain Junior High
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Best Local Schools in Southwest Modesto, Modesto, CA
James Marshall Elementary
Mark Twain Junior High
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Modesto, CA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Southwest Modesto Neighborhood in Modesto, CA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
20 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Modesto Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Modesto?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Modesto is L150 - Orange Garden Apartments which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in Southwest Modesto costs $2,290.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Modesto?
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 2 regular apartments in Southwest Modesto 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 Southwest Modesto?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Modesto have an average cost of $750 which is $1,540 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Modesto.
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