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Auburn Vista
6201 Auburn StBakersfield, CA 93306
Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA from $596 (8 Rentals)
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CityPlace
1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Pineview Apartments
4301 Fruitvale AveBakersfield, CA 93308
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601 Douglas StBakersfield, CA 93308
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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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King Square Apartments
1601 Lotus LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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Noel Studios
6004 Hill Dale CtBakersfield, CA 93306
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The Camellias
1741 Cheatham AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Vineyard Apartments
10412 Stobaugh StLamont, CA 93241
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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 | $1,107 | $740 | $2,039 |
| Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,407 | $441 | $2,295 |
| Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $507 | $2,595 |
| Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,979 | $596 | $2,695 |
| Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $1,374 | $1,850 |
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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 $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bakersfield?
The cheapest apartment in Bakersfield is Auburn Vista which is listed at $596, while the average apartment in Bakersfield costs $1,984.
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 62 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 $1,489 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bakersfield.
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