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How much does it cost to rent a home in Selma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selma 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,643 | $1,550 | $1,700 |
| Selma 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,352 | $1,650 | $5,500 |
| Selma 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,542 | $2,350 | $2,800 |
| Selma 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,375 | $3,250 | $3,500 |
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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 |
| Greenwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Selma, CA and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Selma area is the $1.76 price per square foot Plan B Model at The Emerson in the in the East Fresno neighborhood starting from $2,080. The second greatest value Selma apartment is the Iron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom Model at Iron Bird Lofts starting at $1,505 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the West 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Emerson | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Iron Bird Lofts | Iron Bird Lofts 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 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 | $1.57 |
| Lake Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Willow Ridge | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom B | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Torrey Ridge | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Hotel Fresno | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Palm Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedrooom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Selma?
There are currently 70 Apartments for Rent in Selma, CA with pricing that ranges from $965 to $3,344. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Selma ranging from $850 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Selma?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Selma ranges from $850 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,152.
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