
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $700 (101 Rentals)
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Ashbrier and Sandalwood

Creekside Apartments

Lake Ridge Apartments

The Landing at Fancher Creek

3150 Studios at Campus Pointe

Palm Lakes Apartments

815 N Peach Ave, Unit 118

Sun Ridge Town Homes

Sunset Gardens Townhomes
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Palmilla Apartment Homes

1315 N Garden Ave

Vintage Park

4854 E University Ave

Boulder Creek Apartments

Sofia

Vintage Court Apartments

Sandpiper Point Apartments

Villa Capri Apartments

Villa Sierra
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Villa Bonita

Vista Del Loma Apartments

Cardinal Creek Apartments

Village at Shaw Apartments

Stonemark Homes

Villa Roma

Pinewood Place

Hidden Crest

Oak Knoll Apartments

Winery Garden Apartments
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Valley View Apartments

5181 E Olive Ave

Clay Gardens Apartments

Westwood Apartments

Silver Lake Apartments

1221 N Peach Ave

Chalet Gardens

Sylmar Palace

University Palace

Maravillosa at Campus Pointe SENIOR 55+
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The Twelve

6685 N Chestnut Ave

The Willows

563 W Alamos Ave

Clovis Courtyard Apartments

Vineyard Apartments

Oasis Apartments

Chateau Monterey II

1215-1237 Minnewawa Ave

Creek Park Village 55+ Senior Community
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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 | $1,283 | $1,115 | $1,575 |
| East Fresno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $995 | $2,375 |
| East Fresno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $823 | $2,853 |
| East Fresno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,123 | $825 | $3,299 |
| East Fresno 4 Bedroom Apartments | $816 | $750 | $1,271 |
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There are currently 101 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. Ashbrier and Sandalwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,180. 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 |
| Ashbrier and Sandalwood | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Vineyard Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Creek Park Village 55+ Senior Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1215-1237 Minnewawa Ave | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Creekside Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Minnewawa Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Scottsmen Too | Davenport | 1BR,1BA | $1,358 |
| 3150 Studios at Campus Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Fresno, CA
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Fresno area is the $1.69 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Model at Parador Town Homes in the in the Tapestry at Alta Sierra neighborhood starting from $2,912. 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 $995 with a $0.77 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parador Town Homes | 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom | 3BR,3BA | $1.69 |
| Copper Beech Town Homes | Private Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.77 |
| The Emerson | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| The Willows | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Sun Ridge Town Homes | 2 BR/1.5BA TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
| Sierra Meadows | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Merit Manor | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| 1215-1237 Minnewawa Ave | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Vineyard Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Fresno Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Fresno?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Fresno is under $1,375.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Fresno?
The cheapest apartment in East Fresno is Ashbrier and Sandalwood which is listed at $1,180, while the average apartment in East Fresno costs $2,215.
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 15 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 $306 which is $1,909 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Fresno.
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