
Cheap Homes for Rent in Bakersfield, CA from $900 (35 Rentals)
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505 Lincoln Ave, Unit B

512-Washington 1/2 Second St

11709 Leigh River St

4701 Beechwood St

1929 S J St

725 Eye St

4809 Hahn Ave

720 Flower St

1113 Glade St
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2814 16th St

6412 Stockdale Hwy

4600 Beechwood St

1905 McCray St

1115 Woodrow Ave

406 Wilson Ave

815 Woodrow Ave

337 Harding Ave.

7414 Lemon Mdw Pl

3321 Fillmore Ave
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1604 E 11th St

813 New Stine Rd

1611 Lincoln St

3305 San Dimas St

2626 Cleo Ct

2600 Brookside Dr

2720 30th St

521 28th St

2111 Palm St

602 Hosking Ave

509 New Stine Rd

164 H St

2100 Pinon Springs Cir, Unit C

901 Valhalla Dr

2700 Barrington St
Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Bakersfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,752 | $1,250 | $2,750 |
Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,408 | $1,250 | $4,900 |
Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,707 | $2,000 | $3,800 |
Bakersfield 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,008 | $2,200 | $4,000 |
Bakersfield 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,515 | $2,995 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bakersfield, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bakersfield, CA area range in price from $495 to $2,595 with an overall median price of $2,019. The three Bakersfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Old Town Kern at $850, Casa Loma at $772, and Rexland Acres at $899. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bakersfield Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Old Town Kern | $995 | $850 | 4 |
Casa Loma | $1,600 | $772 | 23 |
Rexland Acres | $1,625 | $899 | 13 |
Wible Orchard | $1,625 | $899 | 14 |
Park Stockdale | $1,675 | $1,030 | 7 |
Rosemary Arbor | $1,675 | $772 | 22 |
Benton Park | $1,676 | $772 | 36 |
East Bakersfield | $1,700 | $850 | 5 |
Southgate | $1,725 | $772 | 35 |
Homaker Park | $1,750 | $903 | 24 |
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. Springwood Court Apartments in the Polo Grounds neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $863. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bakersfield apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pacific Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $815 |
Springwood Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $863 |
Harmony Court | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $903 |
K Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $959 |
Wood Spring Apartments | Studio Fully Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Sycamore Walk | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1,002 |
Sierra Terrace East | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
College View Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
G Street Apartments | 2115 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Columbard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bakersfield area is the $1.48 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Hunter's Glen in the in the Briarwood neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Bakersfield apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Northview Meadows starting at $1,825 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Fruitvale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hunter's Glen | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Northview Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
Sycamore Walk | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
228 Lincoln Ave, Unit A | 228 Lincoln Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.49 |
Camellia Village Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Sunrise Apartments | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
3312 N Chester Ave, Unit C | 3312 N Chester Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street # C | 2126 O St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
K Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Springwood Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bakersfield
What type of rentals are currently available in Bakersfield?
There are currently 1216 Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $2,595. There are also 240 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bakersfield ranging from $950 to $5,500.
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 $950 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,502.
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 $4,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.
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