Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $300 (42 Rentals)
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South Fresno, Fresno, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Fresno?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Fresno Studio Apartments | $1,198 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
South Fresno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $999 | $2,500 |
South Fresno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $1,195 | $3,250 |
South Fresno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,026 | $1,395 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA.
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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 Sunny Gate Apartments priced from $1,092. Lockwood Arms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable South Fresno apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sunny Gate Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
Lockwood Arms Apartments | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Summerset Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Welcome to Cameron Park Apartments || Your | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Palm Garden Apartments | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Sequoia Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
The Lede | Plan E | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Torrey Ridge | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
Sierra View | 2X1 upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Las Palmas Apartments | 1 BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Fresno, CA
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Fresno area is the $1.39 price per square foot 2-Story Townhome w/ 2 car attached garage Model at Crichton Place in the in the Central Fresno neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value South Fresno apartment is the Iron Bird Lofts 2 Bedroom Plan A Model at Iron Bird Lofts starting at $1,710 with a $1.61 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Crichton Place | 2-Story Townhome w/ 2 car attached garage | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
Iron Bird Lofts | Iron Bird Lofts 2 Bedroom Plan A | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
2024 N Cedar Ave | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.63 |
North Fruit Apartments | Apt UPSTAIRS | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Lake Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Sierra View | 2X1 downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Sequoia Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Welcome to Cameron Park Apartments || Your | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Cedar Heights Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Sunny Gate Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Fresno, Fresno, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the South Fresno Neighborhood in Fresno, CA
Walk Score®
25 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
58 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Fresno Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Fresno?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Fresno is at The Lede listed at $1,225.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Fresno Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Fresno Apartment is $1,092 at Sunny Gate Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Fresno Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Fresno is starting from $1,195 at Sequoia Gardens Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Fresno Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Fresno Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2024 N Cedar Ave and starts from $1,695.
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