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Last updated on October 30, 2026
Average rent in
Modesto, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 30, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Modesto rent stands today
Modesto, CA rent slipped modestly year over year, with a current median of $1,800/month. Renters are paying $25 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent increased by 1.2%.
Compared to national trends
Modesto sits 5.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market for renters with 198 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studio rents in Modesto run around $1,095/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,400/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,765/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,950/month. This shows the range renters face across bedroom sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
Rose Lane rents fell 50.0% year over year to $1,925/month, a notable local decline compared to the broadly flat citywide market. Nearby Naraghi Lakes and Dry Creek Meadows also saw drops of 41.9% and 31.2%, marking these neighborhoods as outliers in Modesto's rental landscape.
Median rent
Median rent in Modesto
$1,800/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Modesto is $1,800 per month as of October 2026. This is 5% below the national average rent, or $100 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Modesto
198
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Modesto rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Modesto, CA
Average rent prices in Modesto have increased by 1% over the last month and have decreased by 1% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Modesto, CA
Rent prices in Modesto vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Modesto is $1,670, whereas a house costs $2,300. 1-bedroom apartments in Modesto run $1,497 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,757.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,095 | No Change | 3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,400 | 8% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,765 |  3% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $2,295 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,950 | 2% | 14% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Coffee Plaza | $1,737 | |
Dry Creek Meadows | $1,800 | |
Fleur De Ville | $1,785 | |
Gregory Gardens | $1,725 | |
Highway Village | $1,572 | |
Mc Henry Estates | $1,775 | |
Modesto | $1,247 | |
Sherwood Forest | $1,802 | |
Sierra | $1,595 | |
Sylvan Meadows East | $1,859 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,670 | 1% | 1% | |
Condos | $1,695 | No Change | 11% | |
Houses | $2,300 | 4% | 5% | |
Rooms | $825 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,095
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,765
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,295
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,950
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
14%
Coffee Plaza
Average rent
$1,737
Modesto
Average rent
$1,247
Sierra
Average rent
$1,595
Dry Creek Meadows
Average rent
$1,800
Mc Henry Estates
Average rent
$1,775
Sherwood Forest
Average rent
$1,802
Sylvan Meadows East
Average rent
$1,859
Gregory Gardens
Average rent
$1,725
Highway Village
Average rent
$1,572
Fleur De Ville
Average rent
$1,785
Apartments
Average rent
$1,670
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,695
Last year
11%
Houses
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
5%
Rooms
Average rent
$825
The table above reflects average rent prices in Modesto, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Modesto, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Modesto and Ceres by all bedroom counts and property types.
Modesto
5%lower than the national median
8%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Modesto, CA is 3% higher than the median rent in Ceres, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,747
4%$2,100
13%$1,757
30%$2,900
2%$1,800
25%$2,495
$1,787
12%$2,500
7%$2,045
6%$1,697
19%$1,672
37%$1,875
1%Cost of living in Modesto, CA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 6% higher |
| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Health | 29% lower |
| Housing | 1% higher |
| Transportation | 29% higher |
| Utilities | 59% higher |
Discover rentals in Modesto, CA
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Modesto
2116 Mount Vernon Dr #D, Modesto, CA 95350
1 bed
2 baths
$800
Price dropped $100Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 1
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Modesto
617 Tully Rd #22, Modesto, CA 95350
2 beds
1 bath
$1,224
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 8
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Modesto
617 Tully Rd #21, Modesto, CA 95350
2 beds
1 bath
$1,324
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 25
2d ago
1304 Ensenada Dr, Modesto, CA 95355
2 beds
1 bath
$1,390
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
House for rent in Modesto
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Modesto
2 beds
1 bath
$2,885
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 24
1d ago
2801 Grewal Pkwy, Modesto, CA 95356
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,295–$2,995
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Modesto
2 beds
2 baths
$2,491
Price dropped $567Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,095
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 28
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$945
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Aug 18
2d ago
2112 Floyd Ave, Modesto, CA 95355
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,725–$1,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
1213 Norwegian Ave, Modesto, CA 95350
2 beds
1 bath
$1,725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,095
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 28
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$945
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Aug 18
3d ago
621 15th St, Modesto, CA 95354
Studio
1 bath
$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
40m ago
1133 13th St, Modesto, CA 95354
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
601 W Granger Ave, Modesto, CA 95350
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
21h ago
123 College Ave, Modesto, CA 95350
1 bed
1 bath
$1,045
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Modesto
3 beds
2 baths
$2,095
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
201 Jones St, Modesto, CA 95354
1 bed
1 bath
$1,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Modesto, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Modesto rental market.
How much is rent in Modesto?
The average rent in Modesto is $1,800 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Modesto?
Average rent prices in Modesto have increased by 1% over the last month and have decreased by 1% since last year.
How does Modesto rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Modesto is 5% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $100 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Modesto?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Modesto are Modesto ($1,247/mo), Highway Village ($1,572/mo), and Sierra ($1,595/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Modesto?
To comfortably afford rent in Modesto, you'd need to earn approximately $72,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Modesto?
May offers the lowest rents in Modesto with about 4.2% savings compared to August's peak prices. November is also less competitive with lower demand, while March sees the highest competition among renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).