Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fresno, CA from $300 (101 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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College Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

College Apartments

4550-4596 E Sierra Madre AveFresno, CA 93726
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Cottonwood Apartment
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cottonwood Apartment

5244 E Tulare AveFresno, CA 93727
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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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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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Sunburst Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunburst Apartments

4294 N Hughes AveFresno, CA 93705
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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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Van Ness Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Van Ness Flats

1822 Van Ness AveFresno, CA 93721
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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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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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Parc Grove Commons
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Parc Grove Commons

2674 E Clinton AveFresno, CA 93703
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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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Willow Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Court

1733 S Willow AveFresno, CA 93727
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Cedar Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Creek

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

Villa Bonita

1333 N Peach 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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Kings Court Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Court Apartments

5387 E Kings Canyon RdFresno, CA 93727
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Ross Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ross Gardens

2531 N Marks AveFresno, CA 93722
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Fresno, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fresno, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fresno, CA area range in price from $780 to $3,800 with an overall median price of $1,925. The three Fresno neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Fig Garden at $1,195, Tower District at $999, and Downtown Fresno at $1,299. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fresno Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Fig Garden$1,199$1,1953
Tower District$1,297$9995
Downtown Fresno$1,395$1,2992
Huntington Boulevard$1,395$1,2992
Jefferson$1,395$1,2992
Sunnyside$1,487$1,0928
Brookhaven$1,495$1,4951
Southeast Fresno$1,501$1,3974
Central Clovis$1,535$1,15010
Ladera Ranch$1,560$1,15018

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 Hoover 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
Summerset Village Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$1,075
Ashbrier and SandalwoodStudioStudio,1BA$1,085
Sunny Gate ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$1,092
Creek Park Village 55+ Senior CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Palm Garden ApartmentsOne Bed/One Bath1BR,1BA$1,195
Sequoia Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,195
Sierra View2X1 upstairs2BR,1BA$1,195
Winery Garden Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fresno, CA

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fresno area is the $1.31 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhouse Model at The Fountains at Alluvial in the in the Cathedral Pinnacle neighborhood starting from $2,556. The second greatest value Fresno apartment is the 3 x 2.5 Model at Maroa Court Apartments starting at $2,420 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Hoover 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.
The Fountains at Alluvial3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,2.5BA$1.31
Maroa Court Apartments3 x 2.53BR,2.5BA$1.45
0037fulful2x2.5, 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath (1613 SF) -Small L/W2BR,2.5BA$1.39
Willow Creek2BD/2BA Townhouse2BR,2BA$1.41
Sequoia Knolls3x2 down3BR,2BA$1.43
The Willows3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.08
Iron Bird LoftsIron Bird Lofts 2 Bedroom Plan A2BR,1BA$1.40
North Fruit ApartmentsApt UPSTAIRS2BR,1BA$1.33
Winery Garden Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.26
Sequoia Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45

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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 $1,195.

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 $1,925.

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 56 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 $609 which is $1,316 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fresno.

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