
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $300 (73 Rentals)
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The Lede

Iron Bird Lofts

433 N Calaveras St

481 N Calaveras St

2246 E White Ave

Park-Poplar Apartments

Belmont Apartments

240 N Calaveras St

MayFlower Lofts
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920 N Van Ness Ave

230-242 N Glenn Ave

The Pacific Southwest Building

2510-2520 E Washington Ave

527-531 N Fresno St

Bungalow Court

1747-1753 Van Ness Ave

Remington Apartments Condominiums

2538-2544 E Illinois Ave

931 E Divisadero St
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L Street Residence

2750 E Hammond

222 N Effie St

474-482 N Glenn Ave

187 N Van Ness Ave

Exclusive Suites of Fresno

362 Glenn Ave

2832 E Grant Ave

1249 P St

116 N Yosemite Ave
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312 N Clark St

1311 N Van Ness Ave

452-456 N Valeria St

943 E Nevada Ave

Royal Court Apartments

Fresno Glenn Apartments

142-160 N Fulton St

107 N San Pablo Ave

2944 E Illinois Ave

141-159 N College Ave
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710 N Bond St

3157-3163 E Mono Ave

532 S 2nd St

1910-1924 E Harvey Ave

2818-2836 E Hedges Ave

1261-1265 N Van Ness Ave

135 N Calaveras St

541@South Tower & Cedar Heights

Van Ness Flats

Courtyard Studios
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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 | $1,097 | $790 | $1,460 |
| Central Fresno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $1,395 | $1,550 |
| Central Fresno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $1,350 | $3,250 |
| Central Fresno 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Fresno Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Fresno area of Fresno, CA is a Studio unit found at 2816 E Hammond Ave priced from $790. The Lede has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Central Fresno apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2816 E Hammond Ave | Beautiful New Floors | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| The Lede | Plan E | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Vagabond Lofts | Vagabond Lofts Plan CC | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Fresno, CA
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Fresno area is the $2.05 price per square foot Vagabond Lofts Plan CC Model at Vagabond Lofts in the in the Central Fresno neighborhood starting from $1,545. The second greatest value Central Fresno apartment is the Plan E Model at The Lede starting at $1,350 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Central Fresno neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Fresno apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vagabond Lofts | Vagabond Lofts Plan CC | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Lede | Plan E | Studio ,1BA | $2.57 |
| 2816 E Hammond Ave | Beautiful New Floors | Studio ,1BA | $1.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Fresno, Fresno, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Fresno Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Fresno Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Fresno Apartment is $1,395 at The Lede.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Fresno Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Fresno is starting from $1,885 at The Lede.
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