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Fresno, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fresno, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/16/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fresno, CA area range in price from $823 to $4,731 with an overall median price of $2,026. The three Fresno neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sun Garden Acres at $1,300, Orchard Estates at $1,467, and Tower District at $1,100. 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$1,3001
Orchard Estates$1,487$1,4673
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
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
Chateau Monterey IIStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Cedar Heights Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
North Park ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fresno, CA

As of April 16, 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 2 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at Willow Park Apartments starting at $1,495 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Roosevelt 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
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$1.57
Sierra View2X1 upstairs2BR,1BA$1.59
Cameron Park1 x 11BR,1BA$1.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fresno

What type of rentals are currently available in Fresno?

There are currently 1759 Apartments for Rent in Fresno, CA with pricing that ranges from $823 to $4,731. There are also 203 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fresno ranging from $500 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fresno?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fresno ranges from $500 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,297.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fresno?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fresno range from $939 to $4,731, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $3,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,032.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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