
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Suburban Fresno Neighborhood of Fresno, CA from $300 (227 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Western Suburban Fresno area of Fresno.


2380 S Bardell Ave

1048 S Carriage Ave

1048 S Carriage Ave

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2202 E Peralta Way, Unit 2202

Hotel Fresno

1324 N Farris Ave

489 S Backer Ave

Las Villas Apartments

202-244 W Shields Ave
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Wishon Garden Apartments

204 W Dakota Ave, Unit 204-103

1310-1314 P St

1340 N Linden Ave

2419 E Lewis Ave

1220 E Terrace Ave

4864 E University Ave

Colonia Del Sol Apartments

4018 E Santa Ana Ave

Villas del Norte Apartments
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Ashbrier and Sandalwood

4538 E Hamilton

849-851 W Cambridge Ave

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134 W Vassar Ave, Unit 136 W Vassar Ave Fresno

2306 N Fruit Ave

Cedar Springs Apartments

Sequoia Gardens Apartments

3074 E Terrace Ave

4890 N Backer Ave

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4417 E Olive Ave, Unit Apt C
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3044 N Fruit Ave, Unit Fruit #P

Le Fontaine

Sierra Village Apartments

517 E Olive Ave

Bridgewood Crossing

Fresno Sweet Homes

224 W Dakota Ave, Unit 224-B

208 W Dakota Ave, Unit 208-C

The Redwoods at Fresno

Creekside Apartments
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Cedar Commons

3049-3051 E Clinton Ave

3254 E Olive Ave, Unit 3254 E Olive #D

Bridges at Florence

541@South Tower & Cedar Heights

Sandstone Apartments

Cedar Gardens Apartments

Los Pinos

Sierra Gardens Apartments

Canyon Crest
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Western Suburban Fresno, Fresno, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Western Suburban Fresno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Suburban Fresno Studio Apartments | $1,172 | $975 | $1,575 |
| Western Suburban Fresno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Western Suburban Fresno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $500 | $3,806 |
| Western Suburban Fresno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,147 | $825 | $3,213 |
| Western Suburban Fresno 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $750 | $2,840 |
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Cheapest Available Western Suburban Fresno Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western Suburban Fresno area of Fresno, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at University Place priced from $500. The Willows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $823. Here are the most affordable Western Suburban Fresno apartments for rent in Fresno, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Place | Shared Room | 2BR,1BA | $500 |
| The Willows | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $823 |
| Hotel Fresno | 1 BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Las Villas Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Summerset Village Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| 202-244 W Shields Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 1340 N Linden Ave | Studio + Bonus Room | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Brooks Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Sunset Sands | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| 4550-4596 E Sierra Madre Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Suburban Fresno, CA
As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western Suburban Fresno area is the $0.77 price per square foot Private Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome Model at Copper Beech Town Homes in the in the East Fresno neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Western Suburban Fresno apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Cobblestone Village starting at $1,750 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the West Fresno neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western Suburban Fresno apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Beech Town Homes | Private Suite w/ Private bath in a 2x2.5 Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.77 |
| Cobblestone Village | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Sunset Gardens Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| 2325 E Shaw Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Riviera Apartments | 2Bed2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Iron Bird Lofts | Iron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| The Willows | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 3312 - 3318 E. Sierra Madre Ave (Loren) | 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Sierra Village Apartments | Downstairs 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 4538 E Hamilton | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Western Suburban Fresno, Fresno, and the greater Fresno area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Suburban Fresno Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Western Suburban Fresno?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Western Suburban Fresno is under $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Western Suburban Fresno?
The cheapest apartment in Western Suburban Fresno is Hotel Fresno which is listed at $965, while the average apartment in Western Suburban Fresno costs $2,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Western Suburban Fresno?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 34 regular apartments in Western Suburban Fresno that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Western Suburban Fresno?
Cheap apartments in Western Suburban Fresno have an average cost of $240 which is $2,710 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Western Suburban Fresno.
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