
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $700 (100 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Fresno area of Fresno.


4864 E University Ave

Creekside Apartments

The Landing at Fancher Creek

Lake Ridge Apartments

Palm Lakes Apartments

3150 Studios at Campus Pointe

815 N Peach Ave, Unit 122

Sun Ridge Town Homes

815 N Peach Ave, Unit 210
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Palmilla Apartment Homes

Vintage Park

Boulder Creek Apartments

Sofia

Vintage Court Apartments

Sandpiper Point Apartments

Villa Capri Apartments

Villa Sierra

Villa Bonita

Vista Del Loma Apartments
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Cardinal Creek Apartments

Village at Shaw Apartments

Stonemark Homes

Villa Roma

Pinewood Place

Hidden Crest

Oak Knoll Apartments

Winery Garden Apartments

Valley View Apartments

Clay Gardens Apartments
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1221 N Peach Ave

Westwood Apartments

Silver Lake Apartments

Chalet Gardens

Sylmar Palace

Maravillosa at Campus Pointe SENIOR 55+

University Palace

5965 E Shields Ave

The Willows

90 N Anderson Ave
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Clovis Courtyard Apartments

Creek Park Village 55+ Senior Community

Oasis Apartments

1215-1237 Minnewawa Ave

Vineyard Apartments

Cedar Apartments

Merit Manor

342 N Greco Ln

Garden Villa

Woodbridge Apartments
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East Fresno, Fresno, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Fresno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Fresno Studio Apartments | $1,273 | $1,145 | $1,575 |
| East Fresno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,555 | $1,195 | $2,250 |
| East Fresno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,781 | $823 | $2,600 |
| East Fresno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,154 | $925 | $3,131 |
| East Fresno 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $830 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 100 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Fresno Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Fresno area of Fresno, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Willows priced from $823. Clovis Courtyard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,185. Here are the most affordable East Fresno apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Willows | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $823 |
| Clovis Courtyard Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 bath, Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Oasis Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| 1215-1237 Minnewawa Ave | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Vineyard Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Cedar Apartments | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Merit Manor | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| 342 N Greco Ln | 1bed1bath | 1BR,2BA | $1,280 |
| Garden Villa | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Creekside Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Fresno, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Fresno area is the $1.61 price per square foot 3X2E Portofino Model at Dolce Vita Luxury Apartments in the in the Cathedral Pinnacle neighborhood starting from $2,375. The second greatest value East Fresno apartment is the Private Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome Model at Copper Beech Town Homes starting at $1,095 with a $0.84 price per square foot in the East Fresno neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Fresno apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolce Vita Luxury Apartments | 3X2E Portofino | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Copper Beech Town Homes | Private Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.84 |
| The Willows | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Regency Place | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Sun Ridge Town Homes | 2 BR/1.5BA TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
| Sierra Meadows | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 33 W Santa Ana Ave, Unit Unit A | 33 W Santa Ana Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Clovis Courtyard Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 bath, Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 342 N Greco Ln | 1bed1bath | 1BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| 1215-1237 Minnewawa Ave | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Fresno Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Fresno?
The cheapest apartment in East Fresno is Oasis Apartments which is listed at $1,225, while the average apartment in East Fresno costs $2,305.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Fresno?
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 22 regular apartments in East Fresno that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Fresno?
Cheap apartments in East Fresno have an average cost of $521 which is $1,784 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Fresno.
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