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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
Total Beds
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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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24 Housing Options Nearby

Student Housing in Fresno

Bulldog Village

Fresno, CA · Built 1985 · 493 units
2.0(25)
B-
Near Fresno

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.

Location B+Reputation CAmenities B
24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBusiness CenterCable TvCarpetClubhouse+21 more

Topanga Ridge

Fresno, CA · Built 2020 · 112 units
2.0(28)
C+
Near Fresno

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.

Location A-Reputation CAmenities D
Full KitchenHeatingInternetLaundryMicrowaveRange Oven+2 more

University Place

Fresno, CA · Built 1970 · 46 units
3.0(35)
B
1.1 mi from campus

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.

Location BReputation B-Amenities A-
Air ConditioningBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness CenterCable TvCarpet+29 more

Parkwood Apartments

Fresno, CA · Built 1972 · 303 units
2.0(16)
C+
Near Fresno

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.

Location B+Reputation CAmenities D+
Air ConditioningCarpetClubhouseDishwasherFitness CenterFull Kitchen+7 more

Creekside Apartments

Fresno, CA · Built 1979 · 32 units
4.0(10)
B
Near Fresno

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.

Location B+Reputation B+Amenities B-
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaCable TvCarpet+18 more

University Plaza Apartments

Fresno, CA · Built 1978 · 249 units
3.0(73)
B
Near Fresno

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.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities B-
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBike StorageCeiling FansClubhouseCourtyard+18 more

Cedar Commons

Fresno, CA · Built 1978 · 220 units
3.0(24)
B
Near Fresno

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.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities B+
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBasketballBBQ AreaCable TvCarpet+25 more

Lindsay Apartments

Fresno, CA · Built 1977 · 38 units
2.0(12)
B-
Near Fresno

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.

Location B+Reputation C+Amenities C
Air ConditioningCable TvCarpetCeiling FansDishwasherFireplace+13 more

The Lofts @ Stadium Square

Fresno, CA · Built 1974 · 416 units
3.0(26)
B+
Near Fresno

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.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities A
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness CenterCarpet+36 more

North Park Apartments

Fresno, CA · Built 1973 · 462 units
2.0(13)
B
Near Fresno

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.

Location A-Reputation C+Amenities B-
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioCable TvCarpetCeiling Fans+18 more

Sunridge Townhomes

Fresno, CA · Built 1984 · 120 units
4.0(25)
A-
Near Fresno

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.

Location B+Reputation B+Amenities A
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBasketballBBQ AreaCable Tv+32 more

Cedar Springs Apartments

Fresno, CA · Built 1978 · 93 units
3.0(23)
B
Near Fresno

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.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities C+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningCable TvCarpetCeiling FansClubhouse+17 more

Fulton Village

Fresno, CA · Built 2012 · 48 units
4.0(11)
B
1.9 mi from campus

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.

Location BReputation B+Amenities B+
24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaCable TvCeiling Fans+26 more

Iron Bird Lofts

Fresno, CA · Built 2010 · 80 units
3.0(13)
B
1.8 mi from campus

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.

Location BReputation B-Amenities B
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaCable Tv+23 more

Birch Court

Fresno, CA · Built 2002 · 46 units
4.0(13)
B-
2.1 mi from campus

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.

Location C+Reputation B+Amenities C-
Air ConditioningCable TvCarpetCeiling FansGatedCrown Molding+11 more

The Lark at Copper River

Fresno, CA · Built 2022 · 492 units
3.0(23)
B
1.9 mi from campus

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.

Location BReputation B-Amenities B
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBusiness CenterCeiling FansClubhouse+22 more

Jackson Park Place

Fresno, CA · Built 1985 · 376 units
2.0(35)
B-
2.0 mi from campus

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.

Location BReputation CAmenities B
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBasketballCable TvCar Wash+21 more

Vintage Park

Fresno, CA · Built 2019 · 296 units
3.0(21)
B-
2.1 mi from campus

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.

Location C+Reputation B-Amenities B-
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaCarpetCeiling FansClubhouse+20 more

Spruce Pointe

Fresno, CA · 68 units
3.0(8)
C+
2.0 mi from campus

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.

Location C+Reputation BAmenities C
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioCable TvCarpetCeiling FansDishwasher+13 more

Bullard Gardens Apartments

Fresno, CA · 52 units
4.0(1)
B-
1.0 mi from campus

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.

Location BReputation BAmenities C-
Air ConditioningCable TvCarpetCeiling FansDishwasherFull Kitchen+10 more

Boulder Creek

Fresno, CA · Built 2015 · 160 units
4.0(27)
B-
2.9 mi from campus

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.

Location C+Reputation B+Amenities C+
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaCeiling FansClubhouseConference Room+17 more

Pine Tree Village

Fresno, CA · Built 1985 · 264 units
3.0(14)
B
1.8 mi from campus

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.

Location BReputation B-Amenities B+
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBasketballCable TvCar WashCarpet+24 more

Sycamore Heights

Fresno, CA · Built 1974 · 132 units
3.0(19)
B-
2.2 mi from campus

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.

Location C+Reputation B-Amenities B-
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBBQ AreaCarpetCeiling FansGated+20 more

Golden Gardens

Fresno, CA · Built 1986 · 110 units
3.0(36)
B-
2.7 mi from campus

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.

Location C+Reputation B-Amenities B
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBasketballBBQ AreaCable TvLounge+23 more
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