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Sonora, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sonora Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sonora, CA is a Studio unit found at Shepherd Street Apartments priced from $1,295. Sierra Glen in the Northwest Modesto neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sonora apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shepherd Street Apartments165 Shepherd StStudio,1BA$1,295
Sierra Glen1x1 A1BR,1BA$1,325
Greenbriar Villa ApartmentsThe Stanton1BR,1BA$1,385
THE MARINA APARTMENTS1BD, 1BTH1BR,1BA$1,550
Santa Paula CommonsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sonora, CA and Nearby

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sonora area is the $1.87 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments in the in the Northeast Modesto neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Sonora apartment is the 2X2 Cottage Model at Pacific Crest Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Central Modesto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sonora apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shadow Glen Townhouse Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.87
Pacific Crest Apartments2X2 Cottage3BR,2BA$1.73
Tapestry at SilverwoodResidence A2BR,2BA$1.93
Standiford Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom S2BR,1BA$1.91
TRAILS AT 2112The Dunhaven2BR,2BA$2.15
The Redwoods Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.05
Dry Creek Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.08
Shepherd Street Apartments165 Shepherd StStudio ,1BA$1.62
THE MARINA APARTMENTS1BD, 1BTH1BR,1BA$2.20
Sierra Glen1x1 A1BR,1BA$2.11

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Getting Around Sonora, CA

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

19 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sonora Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sonora Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sonora Apartment is $1,325 at Sierra Glen.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sonora Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sonora is starting from $1,695 at Dry Creek Village Apartments.

What is the most affordable Sonora Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sonora Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pacific Crest Apartments and starts from $1,995.

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