
Apartments for Rent in the Central Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA (257 Rentals)


Fresno Silvercrest

246 N Effie St

The Mural District Lofts

Iron Bird Lofts

Hotel Fresno

2419 E Lewis Ave

2881 Huntington Blvd, Unit Cozy 2 Bedroom 2 Bath

1060 Fulton St, Unit View Suite

1345 N Van Ness Ave
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3319 E Tyler Ave

2995 E Nevada Ave

3254 E Olive Ave

2538-2544 E Illinois Ave

421 N Diana St

2881 Huntington Blvd

2905 E Lamona Ave

Meux House Apartments

1115 N Fulton St

Fresno Palms Apartments
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335 N Valeria St

345 N Valeria St

312 N Clark St

358 N Valeria St

4plex / Community Hospital

412 N Valeria St

2312 E Grant Ave

2510-2520 E Washington Ave

Duplex Near Community Regional Medical Center

2420 E Grant Ave
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207-215 N U St

Fourplex

161 Clark St

437-445 N Thesta St

2524 E Illinois Ave

168 N Fresno St

435 N Valeria St

455 N Thesta St

264-268 N U St

2538-2544 E Illinois Ave
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222 N Effie St

452-456 N Valeria St

465 N Thesta St

332-340 N Effie St

353 N Effie St

Casa Diana Apartments

2723 E Washington Ave

450 N Effie St

Belmont Apartments

2416 E White Ave
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Central Fresno, Fresno, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Fresno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Fresno Studio Apartments | $1,127 | $850 | $1,460 |
| Central Fresno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $965 | $2,400 |
| Central Fresno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,820 | $1,075 | $3,250 |
| Central Fresno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $1,543 | $1,750 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Fresno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,797 | $1,595 | $2,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,750 | $1,750 | $1,750 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Fresno, Fresno, CA
Ranked #24
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Fresno
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central Fresno area of Fresno, CA?
As of today, September 07, 2026, there are currently 257 available Central Fresno apartments priced from $850 to $3,250, with an average monthly rent of $1,610.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Fresno Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Fresno ranges from $965 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,516.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Fresno cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Fresno range from $1,075 to $3,250. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,820.
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