
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Briarwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $700 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Briarwood area of Bakersfield.


Hunter's Glen

The Place Off Coffee

Breakwater Apartments

Villa Mondavi

4314 Pebble Creek Dr

The Retreat at Riverlakes
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Sablewood Gardens

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Jasmine Parke

Lotus Villas

12214 El Capitan Ave
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3406 Pecos Dr

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Evansport Place

409 Harvest Creek Rd

5500 Lennox Ave
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8706 Hoodsport Ave

10503 Victoria Falls Ave

4519 Polo Jump Ct
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Briarwood, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Briarwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $1,200 | $1,890 |
| Briarwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,940 | $1,600 | $2,420 |
| Briarwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $1,850 | $2,570 |
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Cheapest Available Briarwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Briarwood area of Bakersfield, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hunter's Glen priced from $1,500. The Place Off Coffee has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Briarwood apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter's Glen | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Place Off Coffee | One Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Breakwater Apartments | 1X1 Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,605 |
| Sablewood Gardens | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,895 |
| Polo Villas | The Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,950 |
| Liberty Park Apartments | Lincoln | 3BR,2BA | $1,995 |
| Jasmine Parke | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,095 |
| Lotus Villas | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,195 |
| The Retreat at Riverlakes | C1 Upstairs | 3BR,2BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Briarwood, CA
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Briarwood area is the $1.55 price per square foot C1 Downstairs Model at The Retreat at Riverlakes in the in the Briarwood neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Briarwood apartment is the Lincoln Model at Liberty Park Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Briarwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Briarwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Riverlakes | C1 Downstairs | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Liberty Park Apartments | Lincoln | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Jasmine Parke | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Lotus Villas | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Sablewood Gardens | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Polo Villas | The Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| The Place Off Coffee | One Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Breakwater Apartments | 1X1 Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Hunter's Glen | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Briarwood, Bakersfield, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Briarwood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Briarwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Briarwood Apartment is $1,500 at Hunter's Glen.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Briarwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Briarwood is starting from $1,600 at Hunter's Glen.
What is the most affordable Briarwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Briarwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Liberty Park Apartments and starts from $1,995.
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