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Top Student-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities Near Bakersfield

Find the best student apartments in Bakersfield near BC and CSUB. Explore 10 top neighborhoods that offer great commutes, housing variety, and local amenities.

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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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Bakersfield's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Bakersfield and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Shannon Hilson

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Bakersfield Overview

Bakersfield, CA is the a great place to live if you’re looking for a more laid back lifestyle. With many historic spots, music venues, and active nightlife, Bakersfield has a lot of appeal to those at all stages of life.

What is the history of Bakersfield?

During the California Gold Rush, many traveled to the area to seek out wealth. One such man was Thomas Baker, a lawyer and former colonel in the Ohio militia. Baker moved to the area in 1863, and it became known as Baker's Field. By 1870, it became the principal town in Kern County, and Bakersfield was officially incorporated as a city in 1873.

How is the weather in Bakersfield?

The Bakersfield climate is very dry. It only receives about 6 inches of rain per year. The summers can get very hot and humid with temperatures reaching the 90s, on average. The winter months are quite mild with highs in the 50s.

How do I get around town?

Like most cities in California, it is almost a necessity to own a car. If you must, mass transit is available. Bakersfield is served by Golden Empire Transit and Kern Transit, which provide routes around urbanized parts of the county. There is also an Amtrak station in downtown for train service out of the city. The closest airport is the Meadows Field Airport, which was recently rebuilt and dedicated as the William M. Thomas Terminal.

What is the Bakersfield commute like?

Bakersfield has three main freeways: State Route 99 (bisects Bakersfield from north to south), State Route 58 (southeast Bakersfield and extending over the Tehachapi mountains), and State Route 178 (runs from downtown to northeastern part Bakersfield). Interstate 5 is a fast north-south superhighway that runs past the city a few miles to the west. Since Bakersfield is not a bustling metropolis, the average commute and traffic issues are not too bad.

What are the local media outlets?

For the word around town, the go-to newspaper and magazines are The Bakersfield Californian, Bakersfield Magazine. Local television networks include TV: KBAK-TV, KERO-TV 23, and KGET-TV 17. The popular radio stations in Bakersfield are KUZZ FM 107.9 for Country, The Fox KDFO FM 98.5 for Classic Rock, Hot 94.1 KISV FM 94.1 for Top 40 Hits, 97.3 JACK fm - KRJK FM 97.3 for Pop/Rock, Concierto 96.5 - KPSL-FM FM 96.5 for Latin music, and Valley Public Radio KPRX FM 89.1 for NPR/Talk Radio.

Why live in Bakersfield, CA?

Bakersfield is most attractive to those who are tired of the fast-paced city life and would rather trade it in for a more relaxed way of life. Not to mention, the cost of living is much lower than neighboring California cities. You can have a lot more for a lot less, which opens up the possibilities to do more. The best part is that if you do miss the city for any reason, you are only a short road trip away!

What Bakersfield landmarks should I see?

Known for its historical beginnings during the California Gold Rush, it is no surprise that there are quite a few landmarks all throughout the city. For instance, Central Bakersfield is home to the Beale Memorial Clock Tower and the Kern County Museum. In Downtown Bakersfield, you can visit the Kern Veterans Memorial, the Padre Hotel, and Mill Creek.

What is there to do around Bakersfield?

One of the most exciting reasons that you and your friends should venture out of your Bakersfield apartments is to go river rafting! Close by, the Kern River offers a number of whitewater experiences for every level of rafter. If you’re looking for places to go at night, there are a bunch of great live music venues, like the Buck Owens Crystal Palace and the historic Fox Theater in Downtown.

Any annual festivals or Bakersfield events to know?

Bakersfield has some of the best annual festivals in California. Just a few notable events include the Country and Craft Beer Festival, Macaroni and Cheese Festival, Bakersfield Jazz Festival, Basque Festival , Kern County Nut Festival, and the Bakersfield Bacon and Craft Beer Festival.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

Bakersfield is fairly close to any number of fun cities for a mini vacation. It’s only about 2-3 hours from Sequoia National Park, or Santa Barbara, or even Los Angeles. If you’re feeling ambitious and looking for a wild weekend, Las Vegas is only about 4 hours away.

Where is the best place to move in Bakersfield?

One of the best spots to look for apartments in Bakersfield is Downtown. It has become the epicenter of arts and culture, as well as business and entertainment. There are a number of historical landmarks and wonderful sense of community. Mills Creek is another area to keep an eye on. It is fairly new, and there are plans for a park which will be bordered by the Kern Island Canal. Just west of Downtown is Westchester. It is mainly a residential neighborhood. Though, this is where the Kern County Museum is located. It is a gorgeous spot with large homes and trees lining the streets.

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Bakersfield is an amazing place to live if you're looking for a place to hang your hat on the Central Coast that won't break the bank. Gorgeous natural areas and plenty of peace and quiet make it perfect for those who love rural or semi-rural living.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bakersfield

How much are Studio apartments in Bakersfield?

There are currently 155 Studio Apartments in Bakersfield with rent ranges from $883 to $2,039 with an average price of $1,143.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Bakersfield Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Bakersfield ranges from $441 to $2,095 with an average monthly rent of $1,376.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Bakersfield cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Bakersfield range from $507 to $2,595. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,620.

How expensive are Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 391 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Bakersfield on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $596 to $2,695 - averaging $1,969 for the location.

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A Bakersfield Local Expert's Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re moving to California’s magical Central Coast and looking for a place to land that strikes a great balance between affordability and access, make sure you don’t sleep on Bakersfield.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.