Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA from $507 (33 Rentals)

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property at 700 Knotts St

$925

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700 Knotts St

BakersfieldCA93305
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$995 - $2,000

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BakersfieldCA93304
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CityPlace
2 Bedroom Apartments

CityPlace

1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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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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The Meadows
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

2400 Goldenrod StBakersfield, CA 93308
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College Townhouse
2 Bedroom Apartments

College Townhouse

4501 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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The Camellias
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Camellias

1741 Cheatham AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Acadia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Acadia Apartments

5324 Fairfax RdBakersfield, CA 93306
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3108 Stine Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

3108 Stine Rd

3108 Stine RdBakersfield, CA 93309

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

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Valhalla Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Valhalla Village

1100 Valhalla DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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The Courtyard
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Courtyard

4551 California AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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Summerwind Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

Summerwind Villas

1208 Fairview RdBakersfield, CA 93307
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6200 Spice Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

6200 Spice Way

6200 Spice WayBakersfield, CA 93309
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Auburn Heights
2 Bedroom Apartments

Auburn Heights

7000 Auburn StBakersfield, CA 93306

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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214 Beardsley Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

214 Beardsley Ave

214 Beardsley AveBakersfield, CA 93308
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M07- 1710 OREGON
2 Bedroom Apartments

M07- 1710 OREGON

1710 OREGONBakersfield, CA 93305

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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Vintage Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Vintage Apartments

10401 San Diego StLamont, CA 93241
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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 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 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 $507, while the average apartment in Bakersfield costs $1,600.

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 55 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 $524 which is $1,076 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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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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.