Cheap Homes for Rent in Western Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $700 (41 Rentals)

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4676 E Alamos Ave

FresnoCA93726

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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. VILLAS AT MILLBROOK has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $685. Here are the most affordable Western Fresno apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University PlaceShared Room2BR,1BA$500
VILLAS AT MILLBROOK1x11BR,1BA$685
2816 E Hammond AveBeautiful New FloorsStudio,1BA$790
The Willows2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$823
Hotel Fresno1 BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$965
Las Villas ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$995
202-244 W Shields AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Villas del Norte ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
1340 N Linden AveStudio + Bonus RoomStudio,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Fresno, CA

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western Fresno area is the $1.31 price per square foot 640 Mainberry #102 Model at Los Arcos Townhomes in the in the Mariposa neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Western Fresno apartment is the Private Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome Model at Copper Beech Town Homes starting at $995 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the East Fresno 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$1.31
Copper Beech Town HomesPrivate Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome2BR,2.5BA$0.77
Vista Del Sol Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.38
Cobblestone Village2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,2.5BA$1.36
Sunset Gardens Townhomes2 Bed 1.52BR,1.5BA$1.33
2325 E Shaw Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.32
Iron Bird LoftsIron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34
The Willows3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.08
3312 - 3318 E. Sierra Madre Ave (Loren)2/1.52BR,1.5BA$1.27
VILLAS AT MILLBROOK1x11BR,1BA$1.26

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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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Western Fresno, Fresno, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Western Fresno

What type of rentals are currently available in Western Fresno?

There are currently 2076 Apartments for Rent in Western Fresno, CA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,806. There are also 289 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Western Fresno ranging from $750 to $10,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Western Fresno ranges from $750 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,154.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Western Fresno range from $825 to $3,433, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,675 to $3,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

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