Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA from $300 (68 Rentals)

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Villa Montecito
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Montecito

1339 Kingsley AveStockton, CA 95203
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Marquis Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Marquis Place

5315 Carrington CirStockton, CA 95210
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Casa Manana Inn
Studio Apartments

Casa Manana Inn

3700 N Sutter StStockton, CA 95204
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Valle del Sol
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Valle del Sol

4701 Farmington RdStockton, CA 95215
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2716 Pacific Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2716 Pacific Ave

2716 Pacific AveStockton, CA 95204
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Legacy Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Apartments

418-420 N California StStockton, CA 95202
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1025 N Madison St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1025 N Madison St

1025 N Madison StStockton, CA 95202
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Cambridge Court
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Court

6507 Danny DrStockton, CA 95210
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Delta Village Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Delta Village Apartments

1625 Rosemarie LnStockton, CA 95207
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204 E Bianchi Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

204 E Bianchi Rd

204 E Bianchi RdStockton, CA 95207
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Bennett Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bennett Apartments

135 E Magnolia StStockton, CA 95202
Senior Living
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1030 N San Joaquin St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1030 N San Joaquin St

1030 N San Joaquin StStockton, CA 95202
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Villa Monterey
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Monterey

4707 Kentfield RdStockton, CA 95207
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315 S Sutter St
1 Bedroom Apartments

315 S Sutter St

315 S Sutter StStockton, CA 95203
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Telegraph Village
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Telegraph Village

1401 Telegraph AveStockton, CA 95204
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Stockton, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Stockton, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Stockton, CA area range in price from $750 to $3,850 with an overall median price of $2,212. The three Stockton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Airport at $750, Fox Creek at $1,495, and Gleason Park at $995. 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$750$75014
Fox Creek$1,495$1,4959
Gleason Park$1,550$995577
Midtown West$1,550$995556
University Park$1,550$750460
Kennedy$1,576$750572
Downtown Stockton$1,588$750678
Civic District$1,600$75027
East Stockton$1,600$75027
Kennedy Park$1,600$75027

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. Iron Horse Apartments in the West Stockton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. 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
Iron Horse ApartmentsStudio-SStudio,1BA$1,000
Madison Tower (55+)StudioStudio,1BA$1,122
The Residences at Brookside1x11BR,1BA$1,125
Lincoln Courtyards at 531 Glendora Avenuegle1x1u.a1BR,1BA$1,195
Renovated Apartments at 2727 Monte Diablo AveMD-1x11BR,1BA$1,195
2601 Delano Avedel1x1da1BR,1BA$1,250
PARKSIDE APARTMENTSStudioStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stockton, CA

As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stockton area is the $1.55 price per square foot 251 Coventry Dr Model at 251 Coventry Dr, Unit D in the in the Holiday Park neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Stockton apartment is the 6238 Gettysburg Pl Model at 6238 Gettysburg Pl, Unit 4 starting at $1,795 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Holiday Park 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.
251 Coventry Dr, Unit D251 Coventry Dr3BR,2BA$1.55
6238 Gettysburg Pl, Unit 46238 Gettysburg Pl2BR,1.5BA$1.89
St. Francis Village Apartments2.5R - L2BR,1.5BA$1.62
Quailwood Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.02
Pacific Villas at Shelly Court2x1 PV2BR,1BA$1.95
5324 Holiday Dr.holi1x1ua1BR,1BA$1.73
Oakwood ApartmentsSilverleaf Oak: A31BR,1BA$1.93
Renovated Apartments at 2727 Monte Diablo AveMD-1x11BR,1BA$1.99
322 W Park Streetpark-studioStudio ,1BA$1.99
104 W Fulton St, Unit 104-a104 W Fulton St1BR,1BA$1.88

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Stockton Overview

Positioned on the San Joaquin River, Stockton is one of California’s largest cities. Its seaport provides a passage to California’s central valley, and the city itself is a haven for people seeking out a unique experience that embodies the essence of the region. Cultures come together along the California Delta, where Stockton brings different communities together in a diverse, energetic place filled with both modern day convenience and rich history. In Stockton, you will find yourself experiencing the unexpected and loving every minute of it.

Why live in Stockton, CA?

Stockton offers its residents affordable living conditions, cultural diversity and a rich history that is well represented by a number of landmarks present in the city. For those wondering if this is enough, there is also the proximity with nearby San Francisco to consider, as well as the convenience of its public transportation systems. For people seeking city living that is still affordable, or who want to be at the center of things, Stockton is widely considered to be the “crossroads” of California’s central valley. From the ocean and the port through which its accessed all the way to the bustling populace filled with exciting sights, smells and tastes, Stockton has something for everyone.

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Getting Around Stockton, CA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stockton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Stockton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Stockton is under $1,250.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Stockton?

The cheapest apartment in Stockton is The Residences at Brookside which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in Stockton costs $2,212.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Stockton?

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 6,984 regular apartments in Stockton 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 Stockton?

Cheap apartments in Stockton have an average cost of $252 which is $1,960 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stockton.

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