
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA Under $1,500 (174 Rentals) Page 2 of 4


804 Karma Ct

6350 Summerfield Dr

7612 N Laurelglen Blvd

1000 Eye St

2428 Eric Way

1307 Oregon St

4400 Tierra Verde St

6208 Stine Rd

1921 Baker St
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528 Jackson St

700 Knotts St

2400 Eric Way

2709 Villalovos Ct

6400 Stockdale Hwy

4508 Maybrook Ave

3402 Ashe Rd

2905 La Costa St

1212 California St

327-325 Dobrusky Dr
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3013 N Half Moon Dr

821 Oregon St

6005 Nogal Ave

3501 L St

540 Hill St

1117 Washington St

2425 Westholme Blvd

209 E Warren Ave

509 Wilson Ave

3616 Micheli Ct
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117 Hughes Ave

1015 Pacific St

631 Greenwood Meadow Ln

3801 Soranno Ave

606 Wilson Ave

1330 Kentucky St

1901 Buena Vista St

717 30th St

1818 Hasti Acres Dr

3920-3932 Christmas Tree Ln
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2423 Olive St

1518 Palm Dr

2714 S Real Rd

337 W China Grade Loop

7909 S Laurelglen Blvd

132 Hopkins Ave

4704 Planz Rd

119-121 Flower St

322 Decatur St

505 33rd St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bakersfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield Studio Apartments | $1,117 | $740 | $1,649 |
| Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $441 | $2,595 |
| Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $507 | $2,595 |
| Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,013 | $596 | $2,695 |
| Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,001 | $1,374 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Bakersfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Bakersfield with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Bakersfield is at Auburn Vista listed at $507.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Bakersfield Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Bakersfield is $1,599.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Bakersfield Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Bakersfield is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $1,660 at Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes.
What is the average size for Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Bakersfield is currently 940 sq ft.
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