
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kern County, CA from $400 (93 Rentals)
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500 R St

1430 Camino Sierra, Unit D

105 E 8th St

1210 Oregon St

336 W Wilson Ave

325 S Norma St

Springwood Court
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1915 Robinson St

Village at Lakeside

717 30th St

2022 Orange St

3017 Q St

Santa Fe

Desert Oasis

124 Chester Ave
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139 S Norma St

612 Norris Rd

Norwest Apartments

26920 Cote St

1702 Shamrock Way, Unit 2

1409 Lincoln St

Norma Street Apartments

Cedarwood Apartments

412 El Tejon Ave
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224 W Wilson Ave

201 E 1st St

814 Wallace St

1121 Mount Vernon Ave
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Kern County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kern County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kern County Studio Apartments | $1,099 | $795 | $1,800 |
| Kern County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $772 | $2,450 |
| Kern County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,596 | $726 | $2,395 |
| Kern County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,885 | $1,000 | $2,565 |
| Kern County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,089 | $1,374 | $2,595 |
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Cheapest Available Kern County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kern County, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Villas Santa Fe in the Wild Oak neighborhood priced from $154. The Ridge I Apartments in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $602. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kern County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas Santa Fe | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $154 |
| The Ridge I Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $602 |
| Coventry Place Apartments | Spacious 2bd 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $657 |
| Vineyard Apartments | Immediate move-in available!! | 2BR,2BA | $779 |
| Vintage Apartments | Look N LEASE | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Springwood Court | Great Location! | Studio,1BA | $883 |
| Pacific Terrace | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
| Desert Oasis | 1+1 Down - Regular | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kern County, CA
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kern County area is the $1.13 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Stine Ridge Townhomes in the in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood starting from $1,245. The second greatest value Kern County apartment is the Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Larkspur Village starting at $1,085 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kern County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stine Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Larkspur Village | Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Summerset Apartments | Your New Home Awaits!!! | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Hacienda Court Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| The Ridge I Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Camellia Village Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Coventry Place Apartments | Spacious 2bd 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Villas Santa Fe | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| Vineyard Apartments | Immediate move-in available!! | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kern County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kern County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kern County is at Springwood Court listed at $883.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kern County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kern County Apartment is $825 at Vintage Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kern County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kern County is starting from $154 at Villas Santa Fe.
What is the most affordable Kern County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kern County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Ridge I Apartments and starts from $719.
Expert Rental Resources
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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