
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Selma, CA from $965 (38 Rentals)
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1902 Sheridan St

Cordova Apartments

Westbrook Apartments

2629 D St

1200 2nd St

6954 E Braly Ave

Hotel Fresno

Ashbrier and Sandalwood
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Garden Villa

Torrey Ridge

Maple Grove

The Lede

Palm Lakes Apartments

Willow Ridge
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The Landing at Fancher Creek

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Ashtree Apartments

Windgate Village Apartments

Kingsburg Villas

Granada Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

River Oaks Apartments & Townhomes

Fulton Village
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Sunset Sands

Sunny Gate Apartments

Palm Garden Apartments

Sierra Village Apartments

The Sweet Gum Tree Apartments

Cedar Heights Apartments

302 S Chestnut Ave

11500 S Chestnut Ave

Rancho Del Cade
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5140 Cesar Chavez Blvd
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 | $1,290 | $1,215 | $1,460 |
| Selma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $965 | $2,065 |
| Selma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $1,353 | $3,250 |
| Selma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,173 | $1,495 | $2,681 |
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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. Ashbrier and Sandalwood in the Hoover neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,115. 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 |
| Ashbrier and Sandalwood | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,115 |
| Greenwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,200 |
| Lake Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,320 |
| Garden Villa | 11 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,325 |
| Torrey Ridge | 1x1A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,347 |
| Maple Grove | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,347 |
| The Lede | Plan E | Studio, 1BA | $1,350 |
| The Landing at Fancher Creek | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1,416 |
| Edgewater Isle Apartments and Townhomes | 1X1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,439 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Selma, CA and Nearby
As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Selma area is the $1.66 price per square foot Plan 32A Model at Portola Plaza in the Outer Western Suburban Fresno neighborhood starting from $2,669. The second greatest value Selma apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Creekside Village in the Outer Western Suburban Fresno neighborhood starting at $2,295 with a $1.73 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portola Plaza | Plan 32A | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.66 |
| Creekside Village | Three Bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $1.73 |
| Harbor Pointe Apartments | 22u | 2BR, 2BA | $1.65 |
| The Emerson | Plan B | 2BR, 2BA | $1.76 |
| Kingsburg Villas | Cambridge | 3BR, 2BA | $1.36 |
| Iron Bird Lofts | Iron Bird Lofts 2 Bedroom Plan A | 2BR, 1BA | $1.65 |
| Merit Manor | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.74 |
| Hotel Fresno | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.57 |
| Willow Ridge | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.84 |
| Palm Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedrooom 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.84 |
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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 $1,335 at Ashbrier and Sandalwood.
What is the most affordable Selma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Selma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kingsburg Villas and starts from $1,495.
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