Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA from $500(72 Rentals)

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North Park Apartments
from $5291 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

North Park Apartments

601 Douglas StBakersfield, CA 93308
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Pineview Apartments
from $5561 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pineview Apartments

4301 Fruitvale AveBakersfield, CA 93308
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The Camellias
from $5701 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Camellias

1741 Cheatham AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Taylor Pointe North
from $600Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Taylor Pointe North

501 Taylor StBakersfield, CA 93309
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814 17th St
from $6501 Bedroom Apartments

814 17th St

814 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Rosedale Arms Apartments
from $6501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosedale Arms Apartments

9811 Rosedale HwyBakersfield, CA 93312
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Panorama Pointe
from $6501 Bedroom Apartments

Panorama Pointe

4830 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Brundage Arms
from $6501 Bedroom Apartments

Brundage Arms

929 E Brundage LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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Kristine Apartments
from $6622 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kristine Apartments

2901 Virginia AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Casa Del Sol
from $670Studio Apartments

Casa Del Sol

2601 Fremont StBakersfield, CA 93304
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The Meadows
from $6912 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

2400 Goldenrod StBakersfield, CA 93308
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King Square Apartments
from $7352 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

King Square Apartments

1601 Lotus LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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College Townhouse
from $7752 Bedroom Apartments

College Townhouse

4501 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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CityPlace
from $8161 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

CityPlace

1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Acadia Apartments
from $8252 Bedroom Apartments

Acadia Apartments

5324 Fairfax RdBakersfield, CA 93306
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Valhalla Village
from $8502 Bedroom Apartments

Valhalla Village

1100 Valhalla DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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Noel Studios
from $8503 Bedroom Apartments

Noel Studios

6004 Hill Dale CtBakersfield, CA 93306
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Camellia Village Apartments
from $8662 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Camellia Village Apartments

1331 Cottonwood RdBakersfield, CA 93307
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The Courtyard
from $8751 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Courtyard

4551 California AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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Summerwind Villas
from $8752 Bedroom Apartments

Summerwind Villas

1208 Fairview RdBakersfield, CA 93307
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Auburn Heights
from $8782 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Auburn Heights

7000 Auburn StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Pacific Terrace
from $8951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Pacific Terrace

3701 Q StBakersfield, CA 93301
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1820-1880 Quincy St
from $8951 Bedroom Apartments

1820-1880 Quincy St

1820-1880 Quincy StBakersfield, CA 93305
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Harmony Court
from $9161 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 31

Harmony Court

5948 Victor StBakersfield, CA 93308
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Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bakersfield, CA

Pricing Updated: 12/26/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Bakersfield, CA area range in price from $404 to $4,500 with an overall median price of $1,881. The three Bakersfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Kayandee at $570, Old Town Kern at $1,100, and East Bakersfield at $895. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bakersfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Kayandee$963$5703
Old Town Kern$1,100$1,1001
East Bakersfield$1,187$8952
Mobile Town$1,291$52930
Casa Loma$1,299$57018
Cottonwood$1,299$57032
Lakeview$1,299$57036
Southgate$1,299$57029
Rexland Acres$1,378$81519
Highland Knolls$1,381$52919

Cheapest Available Bakersfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Santa Fe in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood priced from $815. Springwood Court Apartments in the Polo Grounds neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bakersfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$815
Springwood Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825
Camellia Village Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$866
Pacific TerraceLoft1BR,1BA$895
Wood Spring ApartmentsStudio Fully Furnished1BR,1BA$899
Norwest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$955
Terrace West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,030
Sierra Terrace EastStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
College View Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA

As of December 27, 2024 the best value apartment in the Bakersfield area is the $1.45 price per square foot Plan B Model at Masterpiece Parke in the in the Briarwood neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Bakersfield apartment is the 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at Santa Fe starting at $1,291 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Masterpiece ParkePlan B3BR,3.5BA$1.45
Santa Fe4 Beds, 2 baths4BR,2BA$0.99
2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street # B2126 O St2BR,2BA$1.04
4005 Chester Ln, Unit 4005 Chester Ln4005 Chester Ln2BR,2BA$1.38
Pine Brook Apartments2Bed/2Ba2BR,2BA$1.36
1919 Lacey St2 beds 1.5 bath2BR,1.5BA$1.33
Southgreen Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath - updated2BR,1BA$1.40
Del Pine Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.47
1430 Camino Sierra, Unit #D1430 Camino SierraStudio ,1BA$0.88
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.37

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Bakersfield Overview

Bakersfield, CA is the a great place to live if you’re looking for a more laid back lifestyle. With many historic spots, music venues, and active nightlife, Bakersfield has a lot of appeal to those at all stages of life.

Why live in Bakersfield, CA?

Bakersfield is most attractive to those who are tired of the fast-paced city life and would rather trade it in for a more relaxed way of life. Not to mention, the cost of living is much lower than neighboring California cities. You can have a lot more for a lot less, which opens up the possibilities to do more. The best part is that if you do miss the city for any reason, you are only a short road trip away!

Bakersfield, CA
Population: 383,579

Ranked #53

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #252

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Bakersfield, CA

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bakersfield Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bakersfield?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bakersfield is at Springwood Court Apartments listed at $825.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bakersfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bakersfield Apartment is $863 at Springwood Court Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bakersfield Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bakersfield is starting from $815 at Santa Fe.

What is the most affordable Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Camellia Village Apartments and starts from $1,064.

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