Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Stockton Neighborhood of Stockton, CA from $400 (6 Rentals)

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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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Downtown Stockton, Stockton, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Stockton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Stockton area of Stockton, CA is a Studio unit found at Madison Tower (55+) priced from $1,122. Vintage Square Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Downtown Stockton apartments for rent in Stockton, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Madison Tower (55+)StudioStudio,1BA$1,122
Vintage Square Apartment Homes1BRV-RK1BR,1BA$1,299
Country Club Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Stockton, CA

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Stockton area is the $2.11 price per square foot 1x1 Model at Quailwood Apartments in the in the West Stockton neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Downtown Stockton apartment is the 2x1 Model at SORRENTO starting at $1,550 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the West Stockton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Stockton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Quailwood Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.11
SORRENTO2x12BR,1BA$1.97
Riverbank CondominiumsPlan11BR,1BA$1.85
150 Gateway Court.gw2x1u.a2BR,1BA$2.09
Vintage Square Apartment Homes1BRV-RK1BR,1BA$2.08
Country Club Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.43
Madison Tower (55+)StudioStudio ,1BA$3.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Stockton, Stockton, CA

Ranked #31

Among neighborhoods in Stockton, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Getting Around the Downtown Stockton Neighborhood in Stockton, CA

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Stockton Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Stockton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Stockton Apartment is $1,299 at Vintage Square Apartment Homes.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Stockton is starting from $1,350 at 150 Gateway Court.

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