Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fresno, CA from $500 (164 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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Canyon Crest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Canyon Crest

3033 E Platt AveFresno, CA 93721
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Sycamore Heights
1 to 2 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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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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VILLAS AT MILLBROOK
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

VILLAS AT MILLBROOK

3302-3398 N Millbrook AveFresno, CA 93726
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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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La Granada Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Granada Apartments

5625 E Balch AveFresno, CA 93727
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Summer Hill Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Hill Place

2150 S Elm AveFresno, CA 93706
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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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Creekside Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Creekside Apartments

155 S ArgyleFresno, CA 93727
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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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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fresno, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/23/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Fresno, CA area range in price from $500 to $3,806 with an overall median price of $1,701. The three Fresno neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Jefferson at $1,075, Fig Garden at $1,275, and Tower District at $1,275. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fresno Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Jefferson$1,075$1,0751
Fig Garden$1,275$1,1003
Tower District$1,275$1,1004
Maroa$1,300$1,00014
Orchard Estates$1,300$1,3002
Almond Grove$1,303$1,1319
Maple Glen$1,373$1,1504
Mayfair$1,387$1,1909
City Center$1,395$96513
The Cultural Arts District$1,395$96527

Cheapest Available Fresno Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fresno, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at University Place in the Hoover neighborhood priced from $500. VILLAS AT MILLBROOK in the McLane neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $685. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fresno apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University PlaceShared Room2BR, 1BA$500
VILLAS AT MILLBROOK1x11BR, 1BA$685
The Willows2 Beds, 2 baths2BR, 2BA$823
3115 E McKenzie0BR/1.0BAStudio, 1BA$850
Summerset Village Apartments0x1Studio, 1BA$950
Hotel Fresno1 BR / 1 BA1BR, 1BA$965
The Mural District LoftsMural Lofts Plan AStudio, 1BA$990
116 N Yosemite Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR, 1BA$999
3935 N Effie St1BR/1.0BA1BR, 1BA$1,000
1340 N Linden AveStudio + Bonus RoomStudio, 1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fresno, CA

As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fresno area is the $0.77 price per square foot Private Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome Model at Copper Beech Town Homes in the East Fresno neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Fresno apartment is the 3x2 upstairs Model at Sequoia Knolls in the West Fresno neighborhood starting at $1,695 with a $1.43 price per square foot. 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.
Copper Beech Town HomesPrivate Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome2BR, 2.5BA$0.77
Sequoia Knolls3x2 upstairs3BR, 2BA$1.43
Riviera Apartments2Bed2Bath2BR, 2BA$1.38
2325 E Shaw Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR, 1BA$1.36
The Willows3 Beds, 2 baths3BR, 2BA$1.08
3312-3318 E. Sierra Madre Ave2/22BR, 2BA$1.31
3749 N. Abby2BR/2.0BA2BR, 2BA$1.25
4530 E Thomas Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR, 1BA$1.26
246 N Effie St246 N Effie St #2482BR, 1BA$1.24
VILLAS AT MILLBROOK1x11BR, 1BA$1.26

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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.

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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 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 $1,050.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fresno?

The cheapest apartment in Fresno is VILLAS AT MILLBROOK which is listed at $685, while the average apartment in Fresno costs $1,701.

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 419 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 $369 which is $1,332 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fresno.

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