Student Housing in Fresno
Fresno offers the quintessential college-town experience with a vibrant student community thriving across multiple universities including California State University-Fresno, Fresno Pacific University, and Fresno City College. With 34 dedicated student housing options near campus, finding your perfect place has never been easier. The area pulses with energy, featuring eclectic dining scenes, popular coffee shops, and trendy bars that cater to the student lifestyle. Whether you're craving authentic cuisine or casual hangouts, Fresno's restaurant and entertainment districts deliver. Transportation is seamless with convenient access to campuses and local transit options, making getting to class or exploring the city hassle-free. The diverse housing landscape accommodates every budget and preference—from modern apartment complexes with study lounges to cozy shared houses within walking distance of campus. Beyond academics, you'll discover parks, shopping centers, and cultural venues that transform study breaks into memorable experiences. Living in Fresno means joining thousands of students who've made this dynamic community their home, where affordability meets convenience and academic focus blends perfectly with an engaging social scene. Your college years deserve a location that keeps up with your ambitions.
Housing Overview
- Location
- Fresno, CA
- Properties
- 24 listed
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- 0
What to Know About Fresno
Key highlights for students considering Fresno
34 student housing options near campus offer convenient living
Multiple universities within close proximity create vibrant student community
Affordable cost of living compared to other California college towns
Central Valley location provides easy access to public transportation
Downtown Fresno offers diverse dining options near student areas
Student Life in Fresno
# Student Life in Fresno, California Fresno offers an excellent college experience with four major universities—California State University-Fresno, Fresno Pacific University, Fresno City College, and the Institute of Technology—creating a vibrant student population. The city's central California location provides cultural diversity, agricultural heritage, and warm weather ideal for outdoor activities. The student housing market is robust with 34 quality options near campus areas, making it easy to find affordable accommodations. Popular neighborhoods include the Tower District, known for its trendy restaurants and vintage shops, and areas surrounding CSU-Fresno's campus, which offer convenient access to classes and student amenities. Part-time employment opportunities abound in retail, hospitality, and agriculture-related sectors. Many students work at local coffee shops, restaurants, and retail stores, or find seasonal work in Fresno's agricultural industry. The social scene thrives with regular concerts, farmers markets, and cultural festivals celebrating the city's diverse community. The Fresno State campus itself hosts numerous events, while nearby Woodward Park offers recreational spaces perfect for studying or relaxation. Compared to other college towns, Fresno boasts significantly lower costs of living. Rent, dining, and entertainment expenses are more affordable than comparable California cities, allowing students to stretch their budgets further. Fresno's unique character shines through its local art galleries, murals, and culinary scene influenced by Central Valley farming communities. Annual events like the Big Fresno Fair and various cultural celebrations make this city an enriching place to study and grow.
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Student Housing in Fresno
Bulldog Village
Bulldog Village is a 493-unit student housing community located at 5151 N Cedar Ave in Fresno, CA, just 0.6 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1985, the property offers fully furnished units with full kitchens and includes amenities such as a fitness center, 24-hour fitness access, clubhouse, game room, high-speed internet, and cable TV.
Topanga Ridge
Topanga Ridge is a 112-unit student housing community built in 2020, located 0.5 miles from California State University-Fresno. The property features fully equipped kitchens with ranges and refrigerators, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, and heating throughout. All units are smoke-free environments.
University Place
University Place is a 46-unit student housing community located at 5376 N 6th St in Fresno, approximately 1.1 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1970, the property offers fully furnished units with full kitchens and includes amenities such as air conditioning, a clubhouse, game room, bike storage, and a business center.
Parkwood Apartments
Parkwood Apartments is a 303-unit apartment community located at 4918 N 9th St in Fresno, CA, approximately 0.8 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1972, the community offers amenities including air conditioning, full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals, a fitness center, pool, clubhouse, gated access, and high-speed internet. Units feature private bathrooms and are maintained as smoke-free with carpet or vinyl flooring options.
Creekside Apartments
Creekside Apartments is a 32-unit residential community located 0.7 miles from California State University-Fresno, built in 1979. The property offers amenities including air conditioning, full kitchens with dishwashers, covered parking, and 24/7 maintenance service.
University Plaza Apartments
University Plaza Apartments is a 249-unit apartment community located 0.7 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1978, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, full kitchens with dishwashers, fitness center, game room, high-speed internet, and laundry facilities. Units feature balcony patios, ceiling fans, and bike storage, with common areas including a clubhouse, courtyard, and gated community access.
Cedar Commons
Cedar Commons is a 220-unit apartment community located at 5739 N Cedar Ave in Fresno, CA, approximately 1.0 mile from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1978, the property offers apartments with amenities including air conditioning, full kitchens, dishwashers, balcony patios, and carpet flooring. Community features include a fitness center, basketball court, clubhouse, gated access, courtyard, and BBQ grill.
Lindsay Apartments
Lindsay Apartments is a 38-unit apartment community located at 1697 E Roberts Ave in Fresno, CA, approximately 0.9 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1977, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, full kitchens with dishwashers, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, a pool, and on-site management.
The Lofts @ Stadium Square
The Lofts @ Stadium Square is a 416-unit apartment community located at 1577 E Bulldog Ln in Fresno, approximately 0.8 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1974, the property offers furnished units with amenities including air conditioning, dishwasher, fireplace, fitness center, bike storage, and common areas such as a clubhouse, community lounge, and courtyard.
North Park Apartments
North Park Apartments is a 462-unit apartment community located at 4890 N Backer Ave in Fresno, CA, just 0.3 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1973, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, and balcony patios. Units feature carpet, ceiling fans, and access to a courtyard area.
Sunridge Townhomes
Sunridge Townhomes is a 120-unit apartment community located at 4885 N Chestnut Ave in Fresno, just 0.5 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1984, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, basketball court, clubhouse, and in-unit features such as air conditioning, dishwasher, and fireplace. Residents have access to a community lounge, BBQ grill area, and various recreational facilities.
Cedar Springs Apartments
Cedar Springs Apartments is a 93-unit apartment community located at 4835 N Cedar Ave in Fresno, CA, approximately 0.7 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1978, the property offers amenities including full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals, air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, cable TV, a fitness center, clubhouse, and 24/7 maintenance with controlled access.
Fulton Village
Fulton Village is a 48-unit apartment community located at 1759 Fulton St in Fresno, CA, approximately 1.8 miles from Fresno City College. Built in 2012, the property offers units with full kitchens, air conditioning, and private balcony patios. The gated community includes amenities such as a fitness center, community lounge, BBQ grill, and landscaped courtyard and garden areas.
Iron Bird Lofts
Iron Bird Lofts is an 80-unit apartment community located at 1901 Fulton St in Fresno, approximately 1.8 miles from Fresno City College. Built in 2010, the property offers units equipped with full kitchens, air conditioning, and balcony patios, along with community amenities including a 24-hour fitness center, community lounge, courtyard, and on-site convenience store. Residents have access to 24/7 maintenance services and controlled access security.
Birch Court
Birch Court is a 46-unit apartment community located at 1845 E Birch Ave in Fresno, CA, approximately 2.1 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 2002, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, pool, high-speed internet, air conditioning, and gated community access. Units feature various finishes such as hardwood floors, tile floors, and carpet, along with appliances and controlled entry.
The Lark at Copper River
The Lark at Copper River is a 492-unit apartment community located at 11233 N Alicante Dr in Fresno, CA, approximately 1.9 miles from Clovis Community College. Completed in 2022, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, game room, covered parking, EV charging stations, and in-unit features such as dishwashers and air conditioning.
Jackson Park Place
Jackson Park Place is a 376-unit apartment community located at 1830 E Fir Ave in Fresno, approximately 2.0 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1985, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, basketball court, covered parking, EV charging, and in-unit features such as air conditioning, dishwasher, and granite countertops.
Vintage Park
Vintage Park is a 296-unit apartment community located at 2817 E Spruce Ave in Fresno, CA, approximately 2.1 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 2019, the community offers amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, air conditioning, fitness center, clubhouse, high-speed internet, and gated access. Units feature granite countertops, dishwashers, balcony patios, and ceiling fans.
Spruce Pointe
Spruce Pointe is a 68-unit apartment community located at 2061 E Spruce Ave in Fresno, CA, approximately 2.0 miles from California State University-Fresno. The community offers amenities including a fitness center, pool, in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens with dishwashers, air conditioning, and heating. Units feature balcony patios, carpet, ceiling fans, and additional conveniences such as cable TV and fireplaces.
Bullard Gardens Apartments
Bullard Gardens Apartments is a 52-unit apartment community located at 1671 E Bullard Ave in Fresno, CA, approximately 1.0 mile from California State University-Fresno. The property features a range of amenities including a pool, sundeck, full kitchens with dishwashers, air conditioning, heating, laundry facilities, and on-site management. Units include carpet and tile flooring options, ceiling fans, and walk-in closets.
Boulder Creek
Boulder Creek is a 160-unit apartment community built in 2015, located at 2610 E Nees Ave in Fresno, approximately 2.9 miles from California State University-Fresno. The community offers amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, fitness center, clubhouse, high-speed internet, and gated access. Units feature air conditioning, granite countertops, dishwashers, and balcony patios.
Pine Tree Village
Pine Tree Village is an apartment community located at 6840 N Maple Ave in Fresno, approximately 1.8 miles from California State University-Fresno. The property offers 264 units built in 1985 and features amenities including air conditioning, heating, full kitchens with dishwashers, controlled access entry, and recreational facilities such as a basketball court and car wash.
Sycamore Heights
Sycamore Heights is a 132-unit apartment community located at 4630 E Shields Ave in Fresno, approximately 2.2 miles from California State University-Fresno. Built in 1974, the property offers amenities including full kitchens, air conditioning, high-speed internet, a dog park, and 24/7 maintenance. Units feature options such as hardwood floors, carpet, ceiling fans, dishwashers, and garbage disposals.
Golden Gardens
Golden Gardens is a 110-unit apartment community located at 2130 N Marks Ave in Fresno, CA, approximately 2.7 miles from Fresno City College. Built in 1986, the property offers amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens, fitness center, dog park, and high-speed internet. Units feature air conditioning, heating, hardwood floors, balcony patios, and cable TV service.
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