Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Artisan Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $1,100 (17 Rentals)

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2625 Brookside Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2625 Brookside Dr

2625 Brookside DrBakersfield, CA 93311
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Cedar Oaks
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Oaks

3300 Gosford RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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Laurelwood West Villas
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Laurelwood West Villas

6301-6721 S Half Moon DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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Artisan, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Artisan Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Artisan area of Bakersfield, CA is a Studio unit found at Sand Creek Apartments priced from $1,165. Laurelwood Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Artisan apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sand Creek ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,165
Laurelwood Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,495
2625 Brookside Dr2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1,595
Watermark Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,620
Cambridge Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,705

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Artisan, CA

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Artisan area is the $1.94 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Old River Place in the in the Tesoro neighborhood starting from $2,335. The second greatest value Artisan apartment is the 2x1.5-1064 Model at Laurelglen starting at $1,825 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Artisan apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Old River Place3x23BR,2BA$1.94
Laurelglen2x1.5-10642BR,1.5BA$1.72
2625 Brookside Dr2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.97
Laurelwood Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.99
Park Square at Seven OaksThe Loft1BR,1BA$2.47
Watermark Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.23
Cambridge Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.51
Sand Creek ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.70

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Artisan, Bakersfield, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Artisan Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Artisan Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Artisan Apartment is $1,495 at Laurelwood Oaks.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Artisan Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Artisan is starting from $1,595 at 2625 Brookside Dr.

What is the most affordable Artisan Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Artisan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Watermark Apartment Homes and starts from $1,970.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Bakersfield Local Expert's Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.