Average Rent in Modesto, CA
What is the average rent in Modesto, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Modesto, CA is $2,013 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 27 priced apartments in 2 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
2 apartment buildings, 27 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Modesto, CAAvg Rent
$2,013/mo
median $2,024
market average
Cheapest
$1,560/mo
Willow Grove
Properties
2
tracked daily
Units
27
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
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Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Modesto, CA Rent Prices
All 2 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Marshall Perry Inc
2100 Wylie Dr, Modesto, CA 95355, USA
Willow Grove
3400 Coffee Rd, Modesto, CA 95355, USA
Brooks Landing
3055 Floyd Ave, Modesto, CA 95355, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marshall Perry Inc 2100 Wylie Dr, Modesto, CA 95355, USA | $1,150 as of Oct 26 | $1,298 | $1.99/ft² | 3.2 (12) | 4 |
| 2 | Willow Grove 3400 Coffee Rd, Modesto, CA 95355, USA | $1,560 | $1,705 | $2.22/ft² | 3.4 (42) | 4 |
| 3 | Brooks Landing 3055 Floyd Ave, Modesto, CA 95355, USA | $1,855 | $2,067 | $2.22/ft² | 4.5 (236) | 23 |
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Modesto, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Modesto, CA is $2,013 per month, based on 27 units across 2 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,560 at Willow Grove to $2,312 at Brooks Landing.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,871/mo | $1,560/mo | 13 |
| 2 Bed | $2,145/mo | $1,895/mo | 14 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Modesto, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Modesto, CA averages $1,871/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,145/mo. At the local median household income of $77,899, that works out to 31% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Modesto, CA at $1,609/mo. The current tracked market average runs 25% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Modesto, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Modesto, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$81,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,013/mo.
Comfortable income
$97,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,560/mo), you need to earn at least $62,000/year.
Median household income in Modesto, CA is $77,899 , about 19% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Modesto, CA
Overall prices in Modesto, CA runs above the national average by about 5% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 105.1, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Modesto, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,013 |
| Utilities | $445 |
| Groceries | $567 |
| Transportation | $1,061 |
| Healthcare | $518 |
| Other goods and services | $828 |
| Estimated total | $5,432/mo |
Population
218,614
Median household income
$77,899
Census median rent
$1,609/mo
Census rent burden
33.5%
Median age
35.4
Mean commute
30 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in California
How Modesto, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Modesto, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,102 | +54% | -4.2% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,366 | +67% | -4.5% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,879 | +43% | +2% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,268 | +13% | -13.6% | 33 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,727 | +35% | -5.3% | 32 |
| San Francisco, CA | $5,231 | +160% | +7.6% | 32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Modesto, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Modesto, CA is $2,013 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 27 priced apartments in 2 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Modesto, CA?
The median asking rent in Modesto, CA is $2,024 per month, computed from 27 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,013/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Modesto, CA?
The lowest available rent in Modesto, CA starts at $1,560 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Modesto, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Modesto, CA average $1,871/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,560/mo across 13 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Modesto, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Modesto, CA average $2,145/mo. Units start from $1,895/mo across 14 units currently listed.
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