Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $300 (149 Rentals)

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Bridges at Florence
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridges at Florence

649 E Florence AveFresno, CA 93706
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Los Pinos
1 Bedroom Apartments

Los Pinos

103 N Fulton StFresno, CA 93701
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Canyon Crest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Canyon Crest

3033 E Platt AveFresno, CA 93721
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Sycamore Heights
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Heights

4630 E Shields AveFresno, CA 93726
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South Fresno, Fresno, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Fresno Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Fresno area of Fresno, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at VILLAS AT MILLBROOK priced from $685. 2816 E Hammond Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $790. Here are the most affordable South Fresno apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VILLAS AT MILLBROOK1x11BR,1BA$685
2816 E Hammond AveBeautiful New FloorsStudio,1BA$790
Hotel Fresno1 BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$978
Las Villas ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$995
202-244 W Shields AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
1340 N Linden AveStudio + Bonus RoomStudio,1BA$1,050
Sunset Sands1x1 Classic1BR,1BA$1,085
Cedar Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Summerset Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,100
4538 E Hamilton2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Fresno, CA

As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Fresno area is the $1.39 price per square foot ful2x2.5, 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath (1613 SF) -Small L/W Model at 0037ful in the in the Central Fresno neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value South Fresno apartment is the Iron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom Model at Iron Bird Lofts starting at $1,465 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the West Fresno neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Fresno apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
0037fulful2x2.5, 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath (1613 SF) -Small L/W2BR,2.5BA$1.39
Iron Bird LoftsIron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34
Sierra View3X2 downstairs3BR,2BA$1.51
Sierra Village ApartmentsDownstairs 2x12BR,1BA$1.40
Fresno Sweet Homes2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.41
4538 E Hamilton2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.39
Sequoia Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45
Las Palmas Apartments1 BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.55
202-244 W Shields AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.54
VILLAS AT MILLBROOK1x11BR,1BA$1.26

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Fresno. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Fresno Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Fresno?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Fresno is under $1,150.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Fresno?

The cheapest apartment in South Fresno is VILLAS AT MILLBROOK which is listed at $685, while the average apartment in South Fresno costs $2,800.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 8 regular apartments in South 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 South Fresno?

Cheap apartments in South Fresno have an average cost of $113 which is $2,687 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Fresno.

Expert Rental Resources

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