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Fresno, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fresno, CA

Pricing Updated: 01/26/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Fresno, CA area range in price from $790 to $3,500 with an overall median price of $2,015. The three Fresno neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Fresno at $790, Huntington Boulevard at $1,050, and Jefferson at $790. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fresno Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Fresno$1,050$7902
Huntington Boulevard$1,050$1,0501
Jefferson$1,050$7902
Maroa$1,475$99515
Tower District$1,475$1,0756
Fresno-High$1,495$1,0509
Fresno High Roeding$1,495$99524
Roeding Park$1,495$99524
Easton$1,500$1,5001
Orchard Estates$1,541$1,5213

Cheapest Available Fresno Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fresno, CA is a Studio unit found at 2816 E Hammond Ave in the McLane neighborhood priced from $790. The Willows in the Hoover neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $823. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fresno apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2816 E Hammond AveBeautiful New FloorsStudio,1BA$790
The Willows2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$823
Las Palmas Apartments2 BR / 1 BA2BR,1BA$995
205 N Mariposa Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,050
Brooks Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fresno, CA

As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fresno area is the $0.36 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 3065 E Weldon Ave in the in the McLane neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Fresno apartment is the 2-Story Townhome w/ 2 car attached garage Model at Crichton Place starting at $1,975 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Central Fresno neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fresno apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3065 E Weldon Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.36
Crichton Place2-Story Townhome w/ 2 car attached garage3BR,2.5BA$1.39
Copper Beech Town HomesPrivate Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome2BR,2.5BA$0.84
Cobblestone Village2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,2.5BA$1.36
Iron Bird LoftsIron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
The Willows3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.08
Sierra Village ApartmentsDownstairs 2x12BR,1BA$1.40
North Fruit ApartmentsApt UPSTAIRS2BR,1BA$1.33
Las Palmas Apartments2 BR / 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.15
1133 E Divisadero St, Unit Apartment1133 E Divisadero St1BR,1BA$1.19

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Great place to be if you're looking for a place to live in California that's actually pretty affordable. The parks here are excellent, as is the food. Wonderful people and culture, too.

Frequently Asked Questions about Fresno

What type of rentals are currently available in Fresno?

There are currently 1768 Apartments for Rent in Fresno, CA with pricing that ranges from $790 to $3,500. There are also 272 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fresno ranging from $850 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fresno?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fresno ranges from $850 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,136.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fresno?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fresno range from $925 to $3,137, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,425 to $4,195. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $830.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.