Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA from $400 (72 Rentals)

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

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property at 700 Knotts St

$925

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700 Knotts St

BakersfieldCA93305
property at 720 Woodrow Ave

$950 - $1,650

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720 Woodrow Ave

BakersfieldCA93308
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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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property at 211 H St

$995 - $2,000

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211 H St

BakersfieldCA93304
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CityPlace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

CityPlace

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

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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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The Meadows
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

2400 Goldenrod StBakersfield, CA 93308

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132 L Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

132 L Street

132 L StBakersfield, CA 93304
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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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Noel Studios
3 Bedroom Apartments

Noel Studios

6004 Hill Dale CtBakersfield, CA 93306
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Valhalla Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valhalla Village

1100 Valhalla DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bakersfield, CA

Pricing Updated: 08/17/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Bakersfield, CA area range in price from $441 to $13,234 with an overall median price of $1,600. The three Bakersfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Old Town Kern at $1,100, East Bakersfield at $1,137, and Homaker Park at $1,145. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bakersfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Old Town Kern$1,100$8956
East Bakersfield$1,137$92512
Homaker Park$1,145$99517
Oleander-Sunset$1,175$92515
Lakeview$1,187$89539
Baker Street$1,200$89558
Oakridge$1,200$92513
Panorama$1,225$85053
La Cresta Alta Vista$1,259$85064
Mobile Town$1,282$85048

Cheapest Available Bakersfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bakersfield, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Auburn Vista in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood priced from $441. 132 L Street in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bakersfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Auburn Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$441
132 L Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$750
Springwood CourtGreat Location!Studio,1BA$883
Village at LakesideStudioStudio,1BA$896
Coventry Place ApartmentsUpdated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak...2BR,2BA$919
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$937
Norwest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$965
7alc20030BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$975
Riverview1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA

As of August 17, 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 Beds, 2.5 Baths Model at Westchester Townhouses starting at $1,695 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Oildale 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
Westchester Townhouses3 Beds, 2.5 Baths3BR,2.5BA$1.22
324 Real Rd, Unit 326 South REAL Rd-DUPLEX324 Real Rd2BR,1BA$1.21
M13- 2820 N. HALFMOON DR.3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.35
Pine Brook Apartments2Bed/2Ba2BR,2BA$1.36
Stine Ridge Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.13
M07- 1710 OREGON2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.04
Coventry Place ApartmentsUpdated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak...2BR,2BA$0.97
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.04
3116 Stine Rd2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$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 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 $441, 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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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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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