Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $700 (22 Rentals)

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property at 5495 E Byrd Ave
$750

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Base Rent$750
Total Monthly Price$750
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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5495 E Byrd Ave

FresnoCA93727
property at 2419 E Lewis Ave
$900

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Base Rent$900
Total Monthly Price$900
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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2419 E Lewis Ave

FresnoCA93701
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property at 1190 S Winery Ave
$1,350 - $1,500
2 Bedroom Rentals
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1190 S Winery Ave

FresnoCA93727

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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. Summerset Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable South Fresno apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VILLAS AT MILLBROOK1x11BR,1BA$685
Summerset Village Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$950
Hotel Fresno1 BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$965
116 N Yosemite Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$999
246 N Effie St246 N Effie St #2482BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Fresno, CA

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Fresno area is the $1.51 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at Fresno Sweet Homes in the in the McLane neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value South Fresno apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 3749 N. Abby starting at $1,250 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the McLane 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.
Fresno Sweet Homes3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$1.51
3749 N. Abby2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.25
4530 E Thomas Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.32
Eastview Apartments2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.50
246 N Effie St246 N Effie St #2482BR,1BA$1.24
4538 E Hamilton2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.39
Sequoia Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.57
3720 E Clay Ave, Unit D3720 E Clay Ave2BR,1BA$1.45
The Redwoods at Fresno1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.57
VILLAS AT MILLBROOK1x11BR,1BA$1.26

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South Fresno, Fresno, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Fresno

What type of rentals are currently available in South Fresno?

There are currently 991 Apartments for Rent in South Fresno, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $3,250. There are also 76 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Fresno ranging from $700 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Fresno?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Fresno ranges from $700 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,169.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Fresno?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Fresno range from $1,499 to $2,410, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,960 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.

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