Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $500 (25 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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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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City Center, Fresno, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
205 N Mariposa Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,050
The Lede1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, CA

As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $2.16 price per square foot Plan C Model at The Lede in the in the Central Fresno neighborhood starting from $1,600. 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 C1BR,1BA$2.16
205 N Mariposa Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.01

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
City Center, Fresno, CA

Ranked #25

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 the City Center Neighborhood in Fresno, CA

Walk Score®

87 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

86 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom City Center Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in City Center is starting from $1,950 at The Lede.

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