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Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bakersfield, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/07/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Bakersfield, CA area range in price from $495 to $2,595 with an overall median price of $2,020. The three Bakersfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Old Town Kern at $1,250, Kayandee at $1,350, and Riviera Westchester at $1,475. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bakersfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Old Town Kern$1,250$1,2501
Kayandee$1,350$1,3501
Riviera Westchester$1,575$1,4751
Rexland Acres$1,600$8998
Parkview Estates$1,620$82532
Mobile Town$1,647$82542
North Country Meadows$1,647$82534
Wible Orchard$1,647$8999
Downtown Bakersfield$1,675$82530
Homaker Park$1,675$90323

Cheapest Available Bakersfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bakersfield, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific Terrace in the Homaker Park neighborhood priced from $815. Camellia Village Apartments in the Casa Loma neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $866. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bakersfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$815
Camellia Village Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$866
Wood Spring ApartmentsStudio Fully Furnished1BR,1BA$899
Harmony Court1x11BR,1BA$903
Norwest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$955

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA

As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bakersfield area is the $1.57 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Masterpiece Parke in the in the Briarwood neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Bakersfield apartment is the 3116 Edmonton St Model at 3116 Edmonton St, Unit A starting at $1,900 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Stockdale Country Club 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 Parke3 Bedroom3BR,3.5BA$1.57
3116 Edmonton St, Unit A3116 Edmonton St3BR,2BA$1.27
Hunter's Glen3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.48
Pine Brook Apartments2Bed/2Ba2BR,2BA$1.36
2138 Kentucky St, Unit A2138 Kentucky St2BR,1BA$1.45
Country Club VistaTwo Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs)2BR,1BA$1.54
Del Pine Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.47
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs2BR,1BA$1.56
Sunrise Apartments3BR3BR,2BA$1.18
Camellia Village Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bakersfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Bakersfield?

There are currently 1233 Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA with pricing that ranges from $825 to $2,595. There are also 222 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bakersfield ranging from $900 to $6,265.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bakersfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bakersfield ranges from $900 to $6,265 with an average monthly rent of $2,333.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bakersfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bakersfield range from $1,000 to $2,595, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $6,265. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.