
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (16 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Bakersfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
South Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,946 | $899 | $2,280 |
South Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $1,000 | $2,410 |
South Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Bakersfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Bakersfield area of Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Boardwalk Luxury Apartments priced from $1,895. The Cove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable South Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Boardwalk Luxury Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,895 |
The Cove | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,895 |
Mira Sol Gardens Rental Homes | B Plan | 2BR,2BA | $2,085 |
Sycamore Creek Village Rental Homes | A Plan | 2BR,2BA | $2,210 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bakersfield, CA
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Bakersfield area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Boardwalk Luxury Apartments in the in the Campus Park neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value South Bakersfield apartment is the A Plan - Smart Home Model at Sycamore Creek Village Rental Homes starting at $2,260 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the Tesoro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Boardwalk Luxury Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
Sycamore Creek Village Rental Homes | A Plan - Smart Home | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
The Cove | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
Mira Sol Gardens Rental Homes | B Plan | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
6012 Versace Ave | 6012 Versace Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the South Bakersfield Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA
Walk Score®
26 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
10 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bakersfield Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Bakersfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Bakersfield is starting from $1,895 at Boardwalk Luxury Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Boardwalk Luxury Apartments and starts from $1,995.
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