Bedroom count
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Last updated on June 15, 2026
Average rent in
Fresno, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on June 15, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Fresno rent stands today
Fresno, CA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,615/month. Month to month, rents increased 1.3%, showing some recent upward movement after a period of stability.
Compared to national trends
Fresno sits 17.2% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, positioning it as a more accessible market for renters seeking value in California.
Price ranges
Studios in Fresno rent for about $1,035/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,284/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,550/month, with larger units like 3-bedrooms at $2,200/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,800/month. This range reflects the variation renters face by bedroom size.
Median rent
Median rent in Fresno
$1,615/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Fresno is $1,615 per month as of June 2026. This is 17% below the national average rent, or $335 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fresno
327
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fresno rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fresno, CA
Average rent prices in Fresno have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 1% 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 $1,485, whereas a house costs $2,400. 1-bedroom apartments in Fresno run $1,295 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,515.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,035 |  2% | 5% | |
1 bedroom | $1,284 | 1% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,550 | No Change | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $2,200 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,800 | 2% | 11% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Calwa | $1,500 | |
Edison | $1,412 | |
Fig Garden Loop | $1,725 | |
Huntington | $1,285 | |
Lowell | $1,200 | |
Mclane | $1,412 | |
Sierra Sky Park | $1,922 | |
Tower District | $1,537 | |
Van Ness Extension | $1,595 | |
Woodward Park | $2,320 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,485 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,600 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,400 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $900 | 18% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,035
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,284
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
11%
Woodward Park
Average rent
$2,320
Mclane
Average rent
$1,412
Fig Garden Loop
Average rent
$1,725
Tower District
Average rent
$1,537
Huntington
Average rent
$1,285
Edison
Average rent
$1,412
Lowell
Average rent
$1,200
Sierra Sky Park
Average rent
$1,922
Van Ness Extension
Average rent
$1,595
Calwa
Average rent
$1,500
Apartments
Average rent
$1,485
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
18%
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
17%lower than the national median
13%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fresno, CA is 26% lower than the median rent in Bonadelle Ranchos Madera Ranchos, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,195
49%$2,195
2%$1,395
37%$1,400
19%$2,200
15%$2,295
5%$1,550
$1,395
41%$1,650
1%$2,075
1%$1,772
11%$1,657
1%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 & Services | 2% higher |
| Groceries | 5% higher |
| Health | 2% higher |
| Housing | 2% higher |
| Transportation | 9% higher |
| Utilities | 31% higher |
Discover rentals in Fresno, CA
5d+ ago
Fig Garden Loop house for rent in Fresno
4115 W Regency Ave, Fresno, CA 93722
1 bed
1 bath
$695
House for rent
Available Jun 17
4d ago
2674 E Clinton Ave, Fresno, CA 93703
1–4 beds
1–3 baths
$753–$1,151
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
McLane apartment for rent in Fresno
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fresno
8476 N Del Mar Ave #1, Fresno, CA 93711
4 beds
2 baths
$10,000
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Woodward Park house for rent in Fresno
3 beds
2 baths
$3,050
House for rent
1d ago
7355 N Willow Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,050–$4,100
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1525 1525 Van Ness/1530 Fulton/1560 Fulton/2035 Stanislaus, Fresno, CA 93721
1–2 beds
1–3 baths
$1,395–$3,150
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
1164 E Perrin Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,740–$2,820
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
3d ago
Verified
3880 N Fruit Ave, Fresno, CA 93705
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,395–$1,700
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Condo for rent
Available May 18
4d ago
Verified
4851 North Cedar Avenue, Fresno, CA 93726
1 bed
1 bath
$990
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 7
1h ago
Verified
1164 E Perrin Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,740–$2,820
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
3d ago
Verified
3880 N Fruit Ave, Fresno, CA 93705
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,395–$1,700
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2334 W Dennett Ave, Fresno, CA 93728
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Apartment for rent
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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 $1,615 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fresno?
Average rent prices in Fresno have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Fresno rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fresno is 17% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $335 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fresno?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fresno are Lowell ($1,200/mo), Huntington ($1,285/mo), and Edison ($1,412/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Fresno?
To comfortably afford rent in Fresno, you'd need to earn approximately $65,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fresno?
Fresno's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,300 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,600 monthly. These figures represent current pricing across California's fifth-largest city, with two-bedroom apartments making up the largest share of available inventory at 41%.
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).