Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA from $400 (64 Rentals)

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CityPlace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

CityPlace

1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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2510 Haley St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2510 Haley St

2510 Haley StBakersfield, CA 93305
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Pineview Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pineview Apartments

4301 Fruitvale AveBakersfield, CA 93308
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The Camellias
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Camellias

1741 Cheatham AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Taylor Pointe North
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Taylor Pointe North

501 Taylor StBakersfield, CA 93309
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814 17th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

814 17th St

814 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Panorama Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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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Casa Del Sol
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Del Sol

2601 Fremont StBakersfield, CA 93304
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The Meadows
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

2400 Goldenrod StBakersfield, CA 93308
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College Townhouse
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

College Townhouse

4501 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Acadia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Acadia Apartments

5324 Fairfax RdBakersfield, CA 93306

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Valhalla Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valhalla Village

1100 Valhalla DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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Noel Studios
3 Bedroom Apartments

Noel Studios

6004 Hill Dale CtBakersfield, CA 93306
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The Courtyard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Courtyard

4551 California AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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Summerwind Villas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summerwind Villas

1208 Fairview RdBakersfield, CA 93307
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1820-1880 Quincy St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1820-1880 Quincy St

1820-1880 Quincy StBakersfield, CA 93305
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Pine Ridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

2605 Mount Vernon AveBakersfield, CA 93306
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Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bakersfield, CA

Pricing Updated: 02/16/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Bakersfield, CA area range in price from $513 to $2,699 with an overall median price of $2,037. The three Bakersfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brisa at $1,295, Oleander-Sunset at $772, and Southgate at $772. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bakersfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Brisa$1,295$1,2951
Oleander-Sunset$1,395$77212
Southgate$1,445$77233
Casa Loma$1,495$77221
Rosemary Arbor$1,595$77225
Lakeview$1,600$77243
Wible Orchard$1,600$1,0507
Morning Star$1,650$1,29519
City in the Hills$1,675$1,29512
Homaker Park$1,675$1,0808

Cheapest Available Bakersfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Vineyard Apartments in the Outer East Bakersfield neighborhood priced from $779. Harmony Court in the Fruitvale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $794. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bakersfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vineyard ApartmentsImmediate move-in available!!2BR,2BA$779
Harmony Court1x11BR,1BA$794
Springwood CourtGreat Location!Studio,1BA$883
Coventry Place Apartments2+1 50%2BR,2BA$919
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$937
Norwest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$955
Riverview1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA

As of February 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bakersfield area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3 bed Model at 1419 Jefferson St in the in the East Bakersfield neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Bakersfield apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath with attached garage Model at Stockdale Garden Villas starting at $1,825 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1419 Jefferson St3 bed3BR,2BA$0.94
Stockdale Garden Villas3 Bedroom 2 Bath with attached garage3BR,2BA$1.29
2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street2126 O St2BR,2BA$1.13
Stine Ridge Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Pine Brook Apartments2Bed/2Ba2BR,2BA$1.36
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.92
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.08
Coventry Place Apartments2+1 50%2BR,2BA$0.97
Vineyard ApartmentsImmediate move-in available!!2BR,2BA$0.86
3504 Palm St, Unit B3504 Palm St2BR,1BA$1.39

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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.

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!

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Bakersfield, CA Area Reviews

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May 6, 2025

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 Harmony Court which is listed at $794, while the average apartment in Bakersfield costs $2,037.

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 127 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 $396 which is $1,641 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bakersfield.

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