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Western Fresno, Fresno, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Western Fresno Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western Fresno area of Fresno, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at University Place priced from $500. 2816 E Hammond Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $790. Here are the most affordable Western Fresno apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University PlaceShared Room2BR,1BA$500
2816 E Hammond AveBeautiful New FloorsStudio,1BA$790
The Willows2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$823
Summerset Village Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$1,000
202-244 W Shields AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Brooks Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,050
210 N. C Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,087
4550-4596 E Sierra Madre Ave1/11BR,1BA$1,095
Villas del Norte ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Cedar Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Fresno, CA

As of April 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western Fresno area is the $1.38 price per square foot 640 Mainberry #102 Model at Los Arcos Townhomes in the in the Mariposa neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Western Fresno apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Vista Del Sol Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Mariposa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western Fresno apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Los Arcos Townhomes640 Mainberry #1023BR,2BA$1.38
Vista Del Sol Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.38
Cobblestone Village2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,2.5BA$1.36
Iron Bird LoftsIron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
The Willows3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.08
3312 - 3318 E. Sierra Madre Ave (Loren)2/1.52BR,1.5BA$1.27
Sierra Village ApartmentsDownstairs 2x12BR,1BA$1.40
Clovis Courtyard Apartments2 Bedroom, 1.5 bath, Upstairs2BR,1BA$1.43
1215-1237 Minnewawa Ave2 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.43
Sequoia Gardens Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Western Fresno, Fresno, and the greater Fresno area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Fresno Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Western Fresno?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Western Fresno is at 2816 E Hammond Ave listed at $790.

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Western Fresno is starting from $500 at University Place.

What is the most affordable Western Fresno Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Western Fresno Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Willows and starts from $939.

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