Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fresno, CA from $300 (98 Rentals)

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Bridges at Florence
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridges at Florence

649 E Florence AveFresno, CA 93706
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Los Pinos
1 Bedroom Apartments

Los Pinos

103 N Fulton StFresno, CA 93701
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Sycamore Heights
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Heights

4630 E Shields AveFresno, CA 93726
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1360-1370 E Bulldog Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

1360-1370 E Bulldog Ln

1360-1370 E Bulldog LnFresno, CA 93710
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Cottonwood Apartment
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cottonwood Apartment

5244 E Tulare AveFresno, CA 93727
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College Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

College Apartments

4550-4596 E Sierra Madre AveFresno, CA 93726
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Capri Nuevo Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Capri Nuevo Apartments

4555 E Shields AveFresno, CA 93726
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El Cazador
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

El Cazador

4851 N Cedar AveFresno, CA 93726
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4064 E Dwight Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

4064 E Dwight Way

4064 E Dwight WayFresno, CA 93702
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Vintage Court Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vintage Court Apartments

3015-3051 N Sierra Vista AveFresno, CA 93703
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Van Ness Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Van Ness Flats

1822 Van Ness AveFresno, CA 93721
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Park West Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park West Apartments

2407 W Alamos AveFresno, CA 93705
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3840 N Fruit Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3840 N Fruit Ave

3840 N Fruit AveFresno, CA 93705
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Oak Tree
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Tree

3695 N Cedar AveFresno, CA 93726
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Casa Blanca Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Blanca Apartments

3025-3049 E Gettysburg AveFresno, CA 93726
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Courtyard Studios
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Courtyard Studios

1102 E Divisadero StFresno, CA 93721
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Cedar Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Creek

4893 E Lane AveFresno, CA 93727
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Villa Sierra
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Sierra

5157-5181 E Hedges AveFresno, CA 93727
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Willow Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Court

1733 S Willow AveFresno, CA 93727
Senior Living
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University Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

University Place

5376 N 6th StFresno, CA 93710
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Villa Bonita
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Bonita

1333 N Peach AveFresno, CA 93727
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Kings Court Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Court Apartments

5387 E Kings Canyon RdFresno, CA 93727
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Butterfly Grove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Butterfly Grove

5241 N Fresno StFresno, CA 93710
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Ross Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ross Gardens

2531 N Marks AveFresno, CA 93722
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Towers at Manchester
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Towers at Manchester

1544 E Fedora AveFresno, CA 93704
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Fresno, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fresno, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fresno, CA area range in price from $823 to $4,716 with an overall median price of $2,101. The three Fresno neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sun Garden Acres at $1,300, Tower District at $1,100, and Brookhaven at $1,545. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fresno Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Sun Garden Acres$1,375$1,3002
Tower District$1,495$1,1001
Brookhaven$1,545$1,5451
Huntington Boulevard$1,545$1,5451
Huntington$1,595$1,15011
Mayfair$1,595$1,06524
Downtown Fresno$1,600$1,5952
Jefferson$1,600$1,5952
Orchard Estates$1,630$1,6103
Calwa$1,651$1,09216

Cheapest Available Fresno Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fresno, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Willows in the Roosevelt neighborhood priced from $823. Princeton Place in the West Fresno neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fresno apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Willows2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$823
Princeton Place0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$995
Sunny Gate ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$1,092
Palm Garden ApartmentsOne Bed/One Bath1BR,1BA$1,150
Summerset Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,175
Cedar Heights Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
North Park ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$1,200
Sequoia Knolls1x1 down1BR,1BA$1,210

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fresno, CA

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fresno area is the $1.35 price per square foot ful2x2.5, 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath (1613 SF) -Small L/W Model at 0037ful in the in the Central Fresno neighborhood starting from $2,175. The second greatest value Fresno apartment is the Iron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom Model at Iron Bird Lofts starting at $1,685 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the West Fresno neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fresno apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
0037fulful2x2.5, 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath (1613 SF) -Small L/W2BR,2.5BA$1.35
Iron Bird LoftsIron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.54
Willow Park Apartments2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.39
The Willows3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.08
Sierra Village ApartmentsDownstairs 2x12BR,1BA$1.30
North Fruit ApartmentsApt downstairs with Patio2BR,1BA$1.52
Pine Valley2BRs/1BA - Small2BR,1BA$1.30
Courtyard at Central Park Apartments2x1 A2BR,1BA$1.58
Lindsay Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.60
Sierra View2X1 upstairs2BR,1BA$1.59

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Fresno Overview

Located in the Joaquin Valley, Fresno began as a stop on the Central Pacific Railroads trek to the Pacific. As agriculture pursuits grew across the valley so did Fresno, today it is the fifth largest city in California, and still, draws those with an interest in agricultural pursuits. Although it is the agricultural center and almost the geographical center of California, Fresno has more to offer than organic almonds and peaches and being the ‘Raisin Capitol of the World’.

Why live in Fresno, CA?

Love California but hate the cost of living? That is reason enough to live in Fresno because although the cost of living is still higher than most U.S. cities, it has one of the lowest costs of living in California. Showing a 4.8 percent growth of population since 2010, according to the census bureau, Fresno, although the 34th largest city in the country is still growing and growth means opportunity for employment. Combine that with a wide variety of Fresno apartment options and you are sure to find your new home here.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fresno, CA

Ranked #82

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Fresno, CA

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fresno Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fresno?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fresno is under $1,210.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fresno?

The cheapest apartment in Fresno is Sunny Gate Apartments which is listed at $1,092, while the average apartment in Fresno costs $2,101.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fresno?

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 67 regular apartments in Fresno 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 Fresno?

Cheap apartments in Fresno have an average cost of $427 which is $1,674 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fresno.

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