
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Selma, CA from $700 (22 Rentals)
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Hotel Fresno

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Ashbrier and Sandalwood

Garden Villa

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Merit Manor

Torrey Ridge

The Landing at Fancher Creek

1048 S Carriage Ave

186 S L St

4690 E Huntington Ave

467 N Alta Ave
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3631 E Dwight Way

Fulton Village

Sunset Sands

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4657 E Grant Ave

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1221 N Peach Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Selma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selma Studio Apartments | $1,203 | $1,100 | $1,460 |
| Selma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $978 | $2,065 |
| Selma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,710 | $1,250 | $3,250 |
| Selma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $1,569 | $2,915 |
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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 $978. 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 | $978 |
| Sunset Sands | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Cedar Heights Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Ashbrier and Sandalwood | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Garden Villa | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $1,197 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Selma, CA and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Selma area is the $1.69 price per square foot 22u Model at Harbor Pointe Apartments in the in the East Fresno neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Selma apartment is the Cambridge Model at Kingsburg Villas starting at $1,695 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Outer Eastern Suburban 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 | $1.69 |
| Kingsburg Villas | Cambridge | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Iron Bird Lofts | Iron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Sierra Village Apartments | Downstairs 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Meadowbrook Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Hotel Fresno | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Lake Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 1/4 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Willow Ridge | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Merit Manor | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Garden Villa | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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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 $978 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 $1,569.
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