
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Briarwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $700 (26 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

11940 Rosedale Hwy
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5109 Connecticut Way

Polo Villas

The Villas at Scenic River, A 55+ Community

9302 Southwick Dr

The Retreat at Riverlakes

9820 Greenacres Dr
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Liberty Park Apartments

Sablewood Gardens

Jasmine Parke

Lotus Villas

9316 Foxglen Ct

3925 Verdugo Ln
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Rosedale Arms Apartments

Evansport Place

9305 Foxglen Ct

10421 Glenn St

9109 Chattaroy St

8719 Starfish Dr
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4315 Range Dr

3616 Goldbar Dr
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 | $1,726 | $1,500 | $1,995 |
| Briarwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,940 | $1,600 | $2,420 |
| Briarwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,206 | $1,800 | $2,620 |
| Briarwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Briarwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Cheapest Available Briarwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Briarwood area of Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Place Off Coffee priced from $1,700. The Villas at Scenic River, A 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,890. Here are the most affordable Briarwood apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Place Off Coffee | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,700 |
| The Villas at Scenic River, A 55+ Community | The Mondavi | 2BR,2BA | $1,890 |
| Liberty Park Apartments | Washington | 2BR,2BA | $1,895 |
| Sablewood Gardens | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Briarwood, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Briarwood area is the $1.76 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Sablewood Gardens in the in the Briarwood neighborhood starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Briarwood apartment is the Washington Model at Liberty Park Apartments starting at $1,895 with a $1.89 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sablewood Gardens | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Liberty Park Apartments | Washington | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| The Villas at Scenic River, A 55+ Community | The Mondavi | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| The Place Off Coffee | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Briarwood Apartments
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 $1,700 at The Place Off Coffee.
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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