Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $300 (41 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Fresno Studio Apartments | $1,116 | $790 | $1,460 |
| South Fresno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $1,050 | $1,840 |
| South Fresno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $995 | $3,250 |
| South Fresno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $1,449 | $2,410 |
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There are currently 41 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 Studio unit found at 2816 E Hammond Ave priced from $790. Las Palmas Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable South Fresno apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2816 E Hammond Ave | Beautiful New Floors | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Las Palmas Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| 205 N Mariposa Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 3065 E Weldon Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Summerset Village Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Ashbrier and Sandalwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,085 |
| Sunny Gate Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
| Sequoia Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Welcome to Cameron Park Apartments || Your Fresno Oasis Awaits | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Fresno, CA
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the South 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 South Fresno apartment is the Iron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom Model at Iron Bird Lofts starting at $1,735 with a $1.58 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3065 E Weldon Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| Iron Bird Lofts | Iron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Sierra Village Apartments | Downstairs 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| North Fruit Apartments | Apt UPSTAIRS | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Welcome to Cameron Park Apartments || Your Fresno Oasis Awaits | 2 x 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Las Palmas Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Ranchwood Condos | New Home Awaits (Accepts Section 8) | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Sierra View | 2X1 downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Sequoia Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 1133 E Divisadero St, Unit Apartment | 1133 E Divisadero St | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- 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 2816 E Hammond Ave listed at $790.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Fresno Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Fresno Apartment is $1,050 at 205 N Mariposa Street.
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 $995 at Las Palmas 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 Torrey Ridge and starts from $1,989.
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