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Modesto Apartments
Last updated March 19 2024 at 2:44 AM

Modesto, CA
113 Apartments for Rent

Modesto Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 215,196
Population Density: 5,007.3 people/sq mile
Median Age: 36
Percentage of Family Households: 72%
Median Annual Income: $70,469 / year
Median Rent: $1,419 / month

What locals are saying

Ready for a move to Modesto? Centrally located in the Central Valley, Modesto is within a few hours of the Bay Area, Yosemite, Napa and Lake Tahoe. As California’s 17th largest city, you can have the urban living experience without the cost (or traffic) that comes with other major California cities.

One of the best things about Modesto is that when compared to other California cities, rent here is cheap

Modesto Demographics


How diverse is Modesto?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Modesto is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Modesto are Hispanic Or Latino (43.5%), White (40.6%), Asian (6.9%), Black Or African American (3.6%), Two Or More (3.5%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (1.3%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.4%), and Other (0.2%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Modesto residents?

The median age in Modesto is 36 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is Modesto?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Modesto is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Modesto are Hispanic Or Latino (43.5%), White (40.6%), Asian (6.9%), Black Or African American (3.6%), Two Or More (3.5%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (1.3%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.4%), and Other (0.2%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Modesto residents?

The median age in Modesto is 36 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

Modesto Crime


Overall Crime

High
Overall crime in Modesto is high in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

High
The level of violent crime in Modesto is high compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Above Average
The level of property crime in Modesto is above average compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in Modesto


Elementary Schools

8 /10
Lakewood Elementary School
Public
K-6
Public
K-6
366 Students
8 Reviews
366
Students
8 Reviews
8 /10
Sonoma Elementary School
Public
K-6
Public
K-6
523 Students
7 Reviews
523
Students
7 Reviews
7 /10
Enslen Elementary School
Public
K-6
Public
K-6
397 Students
7 Reviews
397
Students
7 Reviews

Middle Schools

7 /10
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
1,062 Students
4 Reviews
1,062
Students
4 Reviews
6 /10
Daniel J. Savage Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
923 Students
10 Reviews
923
Students
10 Reviews
5 /10
Somerset Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
935 Students
12 Reviews
935
Students
12 Reviews

High Schools

8 /10
James C. Enochs High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,324 Students
15 Reviews
2,324
Students
15 Reviews
6 /10
Fred C. Beyer High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
1,654 Students
6 Reviews
1,654
Students
6 Reviews
4 /10
Valley Charter High School
Charter
9-12
Charter
9-12
118 Students
12 Reviews
118
Students
12 Reviews

What Renters Say about Modesto


Apartment List has released the results for Modesto from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
"Modesto scored very low for city satisfaction, ranking it near the bottom decile of our study," says Andrew Tam, Vice President of Data Science at Apartment List. "The US renter population is at its highest level in 20 years, and Modesto renters show particular dissatisfaction with commute quality and access to recreational opportunities."
53%
Parks and Outdoor Activities
48%
Commute Time
48%
Public Transit
43%
Weather
40%
Social Life
37%
Pet Friendliness
34%
Quality of Schools
26%
Jobs and Career Opportunities
26%
Dating
23%
Safety and Crime Rate
23%
Affordability
20%
State and Local Taxes
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Searching for an apartment for rent in Modesto, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 113 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Modesto. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

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You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next Modesto, CA apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in Modesto?

Apartment Rentals in Modesto start at $950/month.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Modesto?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Modesto apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in Modesto?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Modesto.

How can I find off-campus housing in Modesto?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Modesto. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include University of the Pacific, and California State University-Stanislaus.