Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA from $441 (59 Rentals)

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

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411 K St, Unit A
$995
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411 K St, Unit A

411 K StBakersfield, CA 93304
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2126 O St
$1,100 - $1,295
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2126 O St

2126 O StBakersfield, CA 93301
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$1,100 - $1,500

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CityPlace
1 Bedroom Apartments

CityPlace

1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Bakersfield's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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The Camellias
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The Camellias

1741 Cheatham AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Panorama Pointe
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Panorama Pointe

4830 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Brundage Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brundage Arms

929 E Brundage LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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814 17th St
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814 17th St

814 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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132 L Street
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132 L Street

132 L StBakersfield, CA 93304

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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210 Beardsley Ave
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210 Beardsley Ave

210 Beardsley AveBakersfield, CA 93308
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Pine Ridge Apartments
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Pine Ridge Apartments

2605 Mount Vernon AveBakersfield, CA 93306
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The Meadows
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The Meadows

2400 Goldenrod StBakersfield, CA 93308
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Riverview
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Riverview

4513 Isla Verde StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Springview Apartments
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Springview Apartments

2801 Wible RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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King's Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

King's Arms

4101 California AveBakersfield, CA 93309

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bakersfield Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Bakersfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bakersfield is under $985.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bakersfield?

The cheapest apartment in Bakersfield is Auburn Vista which is listed at $441, while the average apartment in Bakersfield costs $1,607.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bakersfield?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 54 regular apartments in Bakersfield that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bakersfield?

Cheap apartments in Bakersfield have an average cost of $495 which is $1,112 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bakersfield.

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

Written by: Shannon Hilson

College life is naturally about a lot more than classes, textbooks, and degrees. At its best, it’s also an unforgettable experience, and where you hang your hat at the end of your day plays a huge role in that.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.