1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Fresno, CA Under $1,200 (103 Rentals)

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Peachwood Village
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Peachwood Village

1221 N PeachFresno, CA 93727
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850 E Hedges
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850 E Hedges

850 E HedgesFresno, CA 93728

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Bridges at Florence
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Bridges at Florence

649 E Florence AveFresno, CA 93706
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Los Pinos
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Los Pinos

103 N Fulton StFresno, CA 93701
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Cottonwood Apartment
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Cottonwood Apartment

5244 E Tulare AveFresno, CA 93727
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Van Ness Flats
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Van Ness Flats

1822 Van Ness AveFresno, CA 93721

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Canyon Crest
1 Bedroom Apartments

Canyon Crest

3033 E Platt AveFresno, CA 93721
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Park West Apartments
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Park West Apartments

2407 W Alamos AveFresno, CA 93705
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Willow Court
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Willow Court

1733 S Willow AveFresno, CA 93727
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El Cazador
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El Cazador

4851 N Cedar AveFresno, CA 93726
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Butterfly Grove
1 Bedroom Apartments

Butterfly Grove

5241 N Fresno StFresno, CA 93710
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Sycamore Heights
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Sycamore Heights

4630 E Shields AveFresno, CA 93726
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College Manor
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College Manor

5216 N 6th StFresno, CA 93710
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Village at Ninth
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Village at Ninth

5158 N 9th StFresno, CA 93710
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Plaza Mendoza
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Plaza Mendoza

1665-1725 N Marks AveFresno, CA 93722
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Fresno, CA Area Reviews

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Great place to be if you're looking for a place to live in California that's actually pretty affordable. The parks here are excellent, as is the food. Wonderful people and culture, too.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Fresno Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Fresno with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Fresno is at VILLAS AT MILLBROOK listed at $685.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Fresno Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Fresno is $1,561.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Fresno Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Fresno is a 1,097 square feet unit starting from $1,465 at Iron Bird Lofts.

What is the average size for Fresno 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Fresno is currently 700 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Fresno on a Budget: 10 Affordable Neighborhoods Where You Can Actually Rent in California

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re like many people planning a future move to sunny California, chances are your wallet aches just thinking about it.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.