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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bakersfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Bakersfield Studio Apartments | $1,144 | $800 | $1,889 |
| Cheap Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $441 | $2,020 |
| Cheap Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,663 | $507 | $2,420 |
| Cheap Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,963 | $596 | $2,695 |
| Cheap Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $1,374 | $1,374 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bakersfield, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/04/2026Current apartment rentals in the Bakersfield, CA area range in price from $441 to $3,600 with an overall median price of $1,999. The three Bakersfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southgate at $772, Casa Loma at $772, and East Bakersfield at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bakersfield Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Southgate | $1,374 | $772 | 34 |
| Casa Loma | $1,395 | $772 | 20 |
| East Bakersfield | $1,475 | $850 | 6 |
| Northeast Bakersfield | $1,525 | $950 | 13 |
| Old Town Kern | $1,550 | $995 | 4 |
| City in the Hills | $1,575 | $441 | 13 |
| Hillcrest | $1,599 | $441 | 52 |
| Oleander-Sunset | $1,600 | $772 | 8 |
| Homaker Park | $1,612 | $1,000 | 7 |
| Lakeview | $1,635 | $772 | 37 |
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. Springwood Court in the Fruitvale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $883. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bakersfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Auburn Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $441 |
| Springwood Court | Great Location! | Studio,1BA | $883 |
| Coventry Place Apartments | Updated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak... | 2BR,2BA | $919 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
| Pacific Terrace | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Columbard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Park Villa Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Ming Tree Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA
As of April 04, 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 The Sequoia Model at Oak Park starting at $2,095 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Polo Grounds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1419 Jefferson St | 3 bed | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Oak Park | The Sequoia | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 2Bed/2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Stine Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Camellia Village Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| 2126 O St | 2126 O St | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Coventry Place Apartments | Updated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak... | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| 404 Stephens Dr, Unit B | 404 Stephens Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 221 Lincoln Ave, Unit A | 221 Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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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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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 $1,075.
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 $1,999.
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 186 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 $426 which is $1,573 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bakersfield.
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