Last updated on November 1, 2026

Average rent in
Fresno, CA

Key takeaways for renters

  • The bottom line

    Fresno, CA rent slipped 2.6% year over year, with a current median of $1,650/month. Renters today are paying $45 less per month on average than last year, despite a 3.0% increase month over month in October 2026.

  • Fresno sits 13.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market for renters seeking value in California.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Fresno run around $995/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,275/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,497/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,295/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,799/month. The studio median rent of $995/month reflects the lower end of the market.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Fulton Mall experienced a 40.6% year-over-year decline in rent to $1,425/month, contrasting with the citywide 2.6% decline. This indicates localized softness in Fresno's rental market.

Median rent

Median rent in Fresno

$1,650/mo

decreased by3%

vs previous year

The average rent in Fresno is $1,650 per month as of October 2026. This is 13% below the national average rent, or $250 less per month.

$1.50

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Fresno

342

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Fresno rentals at each price point

40%30%20%10%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Fresno, CA

Average rent prices in Fresno have increased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Fresno, CA

Rent prices in Fresno vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Fresno is $1,450, whereas a house costs $2,395. 1-bedroom apartments in Fresno run $1,275 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,470.

Listings

Studio

$995

No Change

6%

1 bedroom

$1,275

1%

6%

2 bedroom

$1,497

1%

9%

3 bedroom

$2,295

No Change

5%

4 bedroom

$2,799

5%

11%

Studio

Average rent

$995

Last year

6%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,275

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

6%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,497

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

9%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,295

Last year

5%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,799

Last 30 days

5%

Last year

11%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Fresno, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Fresno, CA compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Fresno and Bonadelle Ranchos Madera Ranchos by all bedroom counts and property types.

Fresno

Median rent price$1,650
decreased by13%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,615
decreased by15%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Fresno, CA is 2% higher than the median rent in Bonadelle Ranchos Madera Ranchos, CA.

Cost of living in Fresno, CA

Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.

Expenses
accrued by most renters
Average cost
compared to national average
Goods & Services2% higher
Groceries5% higher
Health2% higher
Housing2% higher
Transportation9% higher
Utilities31% higher

Discover rentals in Fresno, CA

Sandstone Apts - Photo 1 of 1

21h ago

7.1

Very good

Sandstone Apts

1515 E Jensen Ave, Fresno, CA 93706

2–4 beds

2 baths

$488–$1,429

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
2380 S Bardell Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Edison house for rent in Fresno

1 bed

1 bath

$700

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Parc Grove Commons - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.2

Very good

Parc Grove Commons

2674 E Clinton Ave, Fresno, CA 93703

1–4 beds

1–3 baths

$753–$1,151

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3302 N Millbrook Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

McLane apartment for rent in Fresno

2 beds

1 bath

$995

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Frequently asked questions for Fresno, CA

Quick answers to common questions about the Fresno rental market.

How much is rent in Fresno?

The average rent in Fresno is $1,650 per month as of October 31, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Fresno?

Average rent prices in Fresno have increased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.

How does Fresno rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Fresno is 13% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $250 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fresno?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Fresno are Lowell ($1,195/mo), Edison ($1,272/mo), and Mclane ($1,450/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Fresno?

To comfortably afford rent in Fresno, you'd need to earn approximately $66,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Fresno?

December offers the best opportunity for lower rent prices due to reduced competition in the market. April sees the highest demand relative to available inventory, while February has the highest rent and April the lowest, creating about a 3.5% difference between peak and off-peak months.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

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