Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $600 (10 Rentals)

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Brundage Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brundage Arms

929 E Brundage LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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Panorama Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Panorama Pointe

4830 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Kristine Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kristine Apartments

2901 Virginia AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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College Townhouse
2 Bedroom Apartments

College Townhouse

4501 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Acadia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Acadia Apartments

5324 Fairfax RdBakersfield, CA 93306
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Noel Studios
3 Bedroom Apartments

Noel Studios

6004 Hill Dale CtBakersfield, CA 93306
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Pine Ridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

2605 Mount Vernon AveBakersfield, CA 93306
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Villa La Jolla
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa La Jolla

2601 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Hillcrest, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Bakersfield, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at College View Apartments priced from $1,050. Colum4229 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
College View Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,050
Colum42292BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,299
Shadow Ridge Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,345

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, CA

As of March 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.54 price per square foot Two Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs) Model at Country Club Vista in the in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood starting from $1,607. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs Model at Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes starting at $1,537 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Country Club VistaTwo Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs)2BR,1BA$1.54
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs2BR,1BA$1.56
Shadow Ridge Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.58
Villa Sienna Apartment HomesMarbella1BR,1.5BA$1.70
1901 Inyo St, Unit 1901 Inyo1901 Inyo St1BR,1BA$1.53
Canyon Creek ApartmentsArroyo1BR,1BA$1.89
Park Sorrento2BD, 1BTH2BR,1BA$2.09
College View Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillcrest, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #34

Among neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Hillcrest Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $1,050 at College View Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $1,299 at Colum4229.

What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Colum4229 and starts from $1,599.

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