Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $500 (47 Rentals)

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MayFlower Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

MayFlower Lofts

1415-1417 Broadway StFresno, CA 93721

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1249 P St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1249 P St

1249 P StFresno, CA 93721
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222 N Effie St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

222 N Effie St

222 N Effie StFresno, CA 93701
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135 N Calaveras St
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

135 N Calaveras St

135 N Calaveras StFresno, CA 93701
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203 N Glenn Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

203 N Glenn Ave

203 N Glenn AveFresno, CA 93701

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1752 L St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1752 L St

1752 L StFresno, CA 93721
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1325-1341 M St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1325-1341 M St

1325-1341 M StFresno, CA 93721
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Villa Borgaia
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Borgaia

2909 Huntington BlvdFresno, CA 93721
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1727 L St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1727 L St

1727 L StFresno, CA 93721
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DelGarden 5 Unit
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

DelGarden 5 Unit

120 N Calaveras StFresno, CA 93701

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1743 at Crichton
1 Bedroom Apartments

1743 at Crichton

1743 L StFresno, CA 93721
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Crichton Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Crichton Place

1702 L StFresno, CA 93721
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Calaveras Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Calaveras Apartments

104 N Calaveras StFresno, CA 93701
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208 N Glenn Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

208 N Glenn Ave

208 N Glenn AveFresno, CA 93701
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Hotel Fresno
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hotel Fresno

1241 Broadway PlzFresno, CA 93721
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Rafael Apartments
Studio Apartments

Rafael Apartments

2911 E Huntington BlvdFresno, CA 93721
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Huntington Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Huntington Gardens

271 S Callisch AveFresno, CA 93721
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The Reserve
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Reserve

220 S Callisch AveFresno, CA 93721
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119 N Calaveras St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

119 N Calaveras St

119 N Calaveras StFresno, CA 93701
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257 N U St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

257 N U St

257 N U StFresno, CA 93701
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Jade Tree
Studio Apartments

Jade Tree

261 N Calaveras StFresno, CA 93701
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The Californian
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Californian

2028-2036 Kern StFresno, CA 93721
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Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
205 N Mariposa Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,050
The LedePlan EStudio,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, CA

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $2.33 price per square foot Plan E Model at The Lede in the in the Central Fresno neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 205 N Mariposa Street starting at $1,050 with a $2.01 price per square foot in the Central Fresno neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The LedePlan EStudio ,1BA$2.33
205 N Mariposa Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.01

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment is $1,050 at 205 N Mariposa Street.

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

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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