
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $500 (89 Rentals)
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230-242 N Glenn Ave

240 N Calaveras St

481 N Calaveras St

2538-2544 E Illinois Ave

527-531 N Fresno St

2510-2520 E Washington Ave

2246 E White Ave

Belmont Apartments

L Street Residence
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Park-Poplar Apartments

1414 N 1st St

474-482 N Glenn Ave

Royal Court Apartments

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1249 P St

2750 E Hammond

452-456 N Valeria St

362 Glenn Ave

222 N Effie St
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2832 E Grant Ave

312 N Clark St

Fresno Glenn Apartments

135 N Calaveras St

107 N San Pablo Ave

2818-2836 E Hedges Ave

2944 E Illinois Ave

1910-1924 E Harvey Ave

2212 E Tyler Ave

435 N Valeria St
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2056 E White Ave

2416 E White Ave

2020 E White Ave

2030 E White Ave

Fresno Palms Apartments

2312 E Grant Ave

2620 E Olive Ave

2814 E Belmont Ave

460 N Glenn Ave

203 N Glenn Ave
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175 N Orchard St

Casa Bonita Apartments

3020 E Washington Ave

259 N Calaveras St

1220-1240 E Floradora Ave

3030 E Olive Ave

Villa Borgaia

391 N Glenn Ave

345 N Valeria St

Orchard Apartments
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Jefferson, Fresno, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,212 | $1,075 | $1,350 |
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There are currently 89 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Jefferson Neighborhood of Fresno, CA.
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 246 N Effie St | 246 N Effie St #248 | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| 230-242 N Glenn Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, CA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.24 price per square foot 246 N Effie St #248 Model at 246 N Effie St in the in the West Fresno neighborhood starting from $1,075. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 230-242 N Glenn Ave starting at $1,195 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the West Fresno neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 246 N Effie St | 246 N Effie St #248 | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 230-242 N Glenn Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
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