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West Fresno, Fresno, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Fresno Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Fresno area of Fresno, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 202-244 W Shields Ave priced from $1,000. 1340 N Linden Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable West Fresno apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
202-244 W Shields AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
1340 N Linden AveStudio + Bonus RoomStudio,1BA$1,050
Brooks Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,050
Villas del Norte ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Las Palmas Apartments2 BR / 1 BA2BR,1BA$1,195
Sequoia Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,195
230-242 N Glenn Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,195
Heron Pointe Apartments & Townhomes1X11BR,1BA$1,319
Bridgewood North1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Fresno, CA

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Fresno area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Cobblestone Village in the in the West Fresno neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value West Fresno apartment is the 3x2 Model at Courtyard at Central Park Apartments starting at $1,979 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the West Fresno neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Fresno apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cobblestone Village2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,2.5BA$1.36
Courtyard at Central Park Apartments3x23BR,2BA$1.55
Sequoia Knolls3x2 upstairs3BR,2BA$1.45
Riviera Apartments2Bed2Bath2BR,2BA$1.50
Iron Bird LoftsIron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34
Las Palmas Apartments2 BR / 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.39
3040 W Saginaw Way3040 W Saginaw Way2BR,2BA$1.41
Sequoia Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45
Brooks Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.49
202-244 W Shields AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.54

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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West Fresno, Fresno, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for West Central Fresno, CA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Fresno Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Fresno?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Fresno is at 1340 N Linden Ave listed at $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Fresno Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Fresno Apartment is $1,000 at 202-244 W Shields Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Fresno Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Fresno is starting from $1,195 at Las Palmas Apartments.

What is the most affordable West Fresno Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Fresno Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sequoia Knolls and starts from $1,725.

Expert Rental Resources

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Fresno on a Budget: 10 Affordable Neighborhoods Where You Can Actually Rent in California

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.