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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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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Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hotel Fresno1 BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$965
The LedePlan EStudio,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, CA

As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $1.57 price per square foot 2 BR / 1 BA Model at Hotel Fresno in the in the Central Fresno neighborhood starting from $1,353. The second greatest value City Center 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 City Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hotel Fresno2 BR / 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.57
The LedePlan EStudio ,1BA$2.57

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in City Center?

The cheapest apartment in City Center is Hotel Fresno which is listed at $965, while the average apartment in City Center costs $2,565.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in City Center?

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 3 regular apartments in City Center that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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If you’re like many people planning a future move to sunny California, chances are your wallet aches just thinking about it.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.