
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Selma, CA from $700 (39 Rentals)
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Cordova Apartments

Westbrook Apartments

Hotel Fresno

Ashbrier and Sandalwood

Garden Villa

Sierra Village Apartments

Chateau Monterey II

Merit Manor
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The Landing at Fancher Creek

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Maple Grove

The Lede

Torrey Ridge

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Meadowbrook Apartments

Ashtree Apartments
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Rancho Del Cade

Willow Ridge

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4690 E Huntington Ave
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Fulton Village

Sunset Sands

Sunny Gate Apartments

4657 E Grant Ave

Palm Garden Apartments

The Sweet Gum Tree Apartments

Monte Vista Apartments

1614 12th St

1407 E St
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1721 Marion St

458 N Lillie Ave

1415 De Witt Ave
Selma, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Selma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selma Studio Apartments | $1,270 | $1,115 | $1,460 |
| Selma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $965 | $2,065 |
| Selma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $1,250 | $3,250 |
| Selma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,238 | $1,495 | $2,902 |
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Cheapest Available Selma Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Selma, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hotel Fresno in the Central Fresno neighborhood priced from $965. Sunset Sands in the Roosevelt neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,085. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Selma apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Fresno | 1 BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Sunset Sands | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Ashbrier and Sandalwood | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Sierra Village Apartments | Upstairs 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Greenwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Landing at Fancher Creek | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,301 |
| Maple Grove | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,347 |
| The Lede | Plan E | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Torrey Ridge | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,356 |
| Palm Lakes Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Selma, CA and Nearby
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Selma area is the $1.65 price per square foot 22u Model at Harbor Pointe Apartments in the in the East Fresno neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Selma apartment is the Plan B Model at The Emerson starting at $1,975 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the East Fresno neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Selma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Pointe Apartments | 22u | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| The Emerson | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Iron Bird Lofts | Iron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Sierra Village Apartments | Downstairs 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Merit Manor | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Meadowbrook Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Rancho Del Cade | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Hotel Fresno | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Sunset Sands | 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Ashbrier and Sandalwood | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Selma Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Selma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Selma Apartment is $965 at Hotel Fresno.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Selma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Selma is starting from $1,250 at Sierra Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Selma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Selma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hotel Fresno and starts from $1,543.
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