Bedroom count
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Last updated on August 2, 2026
Average rent in
Fresno, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on August 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Fresno rent stands today
Fresno, CA rent slipped modestly year over year, with a current median of $1,667/month. Renters are paying $38 less per month on average than last year, while month over month rent increased by 3.2%.
Compared to national trends
Fresno sits 14.1% more affordable than the $1,940/month national median, with 344 total rentals offering a modestly priced market for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Fresno rent for around $1,018/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,295/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,550/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,295/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,800/month. Apartments make up 60.1% of rentals, while houses run a median of $2,412/month.
Median rent
Median rent in Fresno
$1,667/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Fresno is $1,667 per month as of August 2026. This is 14% below the national average rent, or $273 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fresno
344
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 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 3% over the last month and have decreased by 2% 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 $1,475, whereas a house costs $2,412. 1-bedroom apartments in Fresno run $1,305 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,540.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,017 | 1% | 3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,295 |  1% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,550 | No Change | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $2,295 | No Change | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,800 | No Change | 7% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Calwa | $1,550 | |
Edison | $1,595 | |
Fig Garden Loop | $1,815 | |
Huntington | $1,375 | |
Lowell | $1,450 | |
Mclane | $1,525 | |
Sierra Sky Park | $2,100 | |
Tower District | $1,450 | |
Van Ness Extension | $1,595 | |
Woodward Park | $2,295 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,475 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,747 | 5% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,412 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $999 | 14% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,017
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,295
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,295
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
Woodward Park
Average rent
$2,295
Mclane
Average rent
$1,525
Fig Garden Loop
Average rent
$1,815
Tower District
Average rent
$1,450
Edison
Average rent
$1,595
Sierra Sky Park
Average rent
$2,100
Huntington
Average rent
$1,375
Lowell
Average rent
$1,450
Van Ness Extension
Average rent
$1,595
Calwa
Average rent
$1,550
Apartments
Average rent
$1,475
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,747
Last 30 days
5%
Houses
Average rent
$2,412
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$999
Last 30 days
14%
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
14%lower than the national median
12%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fresno, CA is 3% lower than the median rent in Bonadelle Ranchos Madera Ranchos, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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7%$2,195
2%$1,800
37%$1,595
3%$1,600
11%$2,250
8%$1,595
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5%$2,150
24%$2,150
2%$1,650
19%$2,245
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
3d ago
1515 E Jensen Ave, Fresno, CA 93706
2–4 beds
2 baths
$543–$1,429
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Edison house for rent in Fresno
2380 S Bardell Ave, Fresno, CA 93706
1 bed
1 bath
$700
House for rent
Available Aug 1
3d ago
2674 E Clinton Ave, Fresno, CA 93703
1–4 beds
1–3 baths
$753–$1,151
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Woodward Park house for rent in Fresno
9427 N Winery Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
5 beds
3 baths
$7,500
House for rent
Available Aug 23
5d+ ago
Woodward Park house for rent in Fresno
4 beds
3 baths
$4,395
House for rent
5d+ ago
Woodward Park house for rent in Fresno
585 E Chesapeake Cir #1, Fresno, CA 93730
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,800
House for rent
Available Jul 7
2d ago
11233 N Alicante Dr, Fresno, CA 93730
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$2,320–$3,220
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1164 E Perrin Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,674–$2,567
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 2
4d ago
Verified
3880 N Fruit Ave, Fresno, CA 93705
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,495–$1,700
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1164 E Perrin Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,674–$2,567
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 2
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$2,900
House for rent
Available Jul 25
4d ago
Verified
3880 N Fruit Ave, Fresno, CA 93705
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,495–$1,700
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1164 E Perrin Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
2 beds
1 bath
$1,790–$2,089
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 2
3d ago
Verified
4851 North Cedar Avenue, Fresno, CA 93726
1 bed
1 bath
$990
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 7
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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 $1,667 per month as of August 1, 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 2% since last year.
How does Fresno rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fresno is 14% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $273 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fresno?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fresno are Huntington ($1,375/mo), Tower District ($1,450/mo), and Lowell ($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 $67,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fresno?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Fresno average around $1,280/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,590/month.
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).