Cheap Homes for Rent in Madera Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $1,300 (6 Rentals)

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$1,900

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 10

16837 Hill Dr

MaderaCA93638

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Madera, Fresno, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Madera Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Madera area of Fresno, CA is a Studio unit found at 210 N. C Street priced from $1,087. Madera West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Madera apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
210 N. C Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,087
Madera West Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,300
Westgaters Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madera, CA

As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madera area is the $1.31 price per square foot 640 Mainberry #102 Model at Los Arcos Townhomes in the in the Mariposa neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Madera apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Vista Del Sol Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Mariposa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Madera apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Los Arcos Townhomes640 Mainberry #1023BR,2BA$1.31
Vista Del Sol Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.38
Summerwoods Apartments3x2.5 with Garage2BR,2.5BA$1.54
Westgaters Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.76
Bridgeview Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.92
Madera West Apartments2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$1.87
1907 W 4th St, Unit Villa 19071907 W 4th St3BR,1BA$2.53

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Madera, Fresno, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Madera

What type of rentals are currently available in Madera?

There are currently 157 Apartments for Rent in Madera, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,220 to $2,762. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Madera ranging from $1,350 to $3,475.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Madera ranges from $1,350 to $3,475 with an average monthly rent of $2,386.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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