
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastern Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $300 (351 Rentals)
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1048 S Carriage Ave

2816 E Hammond Ave

1048 S Carriage Ave

3255 Mayfair Blvd

202-244 W Shields Ave

204 W Dakota Ave, Unit 204-108

Brooks Apartments

1220 E Terrace Ave

Colonia Del Sol Apartments
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Ashbrier and Sandalwood

Cedar Heights Apartments

141 E Hedges Ave

Cedar Springs Apartments

Las Palmas Apartments

Sequoia Gardens Apartments

3074 E Terrace Ave

4864 E University Ave

4676 E Alamos Ave
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9178 N Woodlawn Dr, Unit Room A, Unit Room A

2132 N First St

1668 W Ashlan Ave

4890 N Backer Ave

534 W Hedges Ave

Parkwood Apartments

Sierra Village Apartments

1311 E San Bruno Ave, Unit E

723-729 N Ferger Ave, Unit 727

1321 E San Bruno Ave, Unit H
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Bridgewood Crossing

The Redwoods at Fresno

208 W Dakota Ave, Unit 208-C

Creekside Apartments

Torrey Ridge

Cedar Commons

1435 N Poplar Ave

Renaissance Apartments

3334 N Fruit Ave, Unit 27

Lake Ridge Apartments
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119 E Amador St

The Landing at Fancher Creek

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Fort Washington Apartments

Maple Grove

The Lede

3153 E Grant Ave, Unit 3153

3150 Studios at Campus Pointe

Rancho Sierra

Palm Lakes Apartments
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Eastern Fresno, Fresno, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastern Fresno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Fresno Studio Apartments | $1,175 | $790 | $1,575 |
| Eastern Fresno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $956 | $2,324 |
| Eastern Fresno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,870 | $500 | $3,806 |
| Eastern Fresno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $925 | $3,331 |
| Eastern Fresno 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $830 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Eastern Fresno Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastern Fresno area of Fresno, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at University Place priced from $500. VILLAS AT MILLBROOK has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $685. Here are the most affordable Eastern Fresno apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Place | Shared Room | 2BR,1BA | $500 |
| VILLAS AT MILLBROOK | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| 2816 E Hammond Ave | Beautiful New Floors | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| The Willows | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $823 |
| Villa Escondido | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $890 |
| Zaninovich Village | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $956 |
| 202-244 W Shields Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Summerset Village Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Brooks Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 4550-4596 E Sierra Madre Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern Fresno, CA
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastern Fresno area is the $0.84 price per square foot Private Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome Model at Copper Beech Town Homes in the in the East Fresno neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Eastern Fresno apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Cobblestone Village starting at $1,750 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the West Fresno neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastern Fresno apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Beech Town Homes | Private Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.84 |
| Cobblestone Village | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| The Willows | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 3312 - 3318 E. Sierra Madre Ave (Loren) | 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Villa Escondido | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Sierra Village Apartments | Downstairs 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Clovis Courtyard Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 bath, Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 1215-1237 Minnewawa Ave | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Sequoia Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| VILLAS AT MILLBROOK | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastern Fresno Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Eastern Fresno?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Eastern Fresno is at 2816 E Hammond Ave listed at $790.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastern Fresno Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastern Fresno Apartment is $685 at VILLAS AT MILLBROOK.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Eastern Fresno Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Eastern Fresno is starting from $500 at University Place.
What is the most affordable Eastern Fresno Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Eastern Fresno Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Willows and starts from $939.
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