Cheap Homes for Rent in Briarwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $600 (13 Rentals)

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property at 12214 El Capitan Ave

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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12214 El Capitan Ave

BakersfieldCA93312

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property at 3406 Pecos Dr

$2,375

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$2,375

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$2,375

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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3406 Pecos Dr

BakersfieldCA93312

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Briarwood, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hunter's Glen1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,500
The Place Off CoffeeOne Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,600
Sablewood Gardens2x22BR,2BA$1,895
Liberty Park ApartmentsLincoln3BR,2BA$1,995
Lotus Villas2x22BR,2BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Briarwood, CA

As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Briarwood area is the $1.57 price per square foot C1 Downstairs Model at The Retreat at Riverlakes in the in the Briarwood neighborhood starting from $2,315. The second greatest value Briarwood apartment is the 3X2 Downstairs Model at Breakwater Apartments starting at $2,225 with a $1.87 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Retreat at RiverlakesC1 Downstairs3BR,2BA$1.57
Breakwater Apartments3X2 Downstairs3BR,2BA$1.87
Liberty Park ApartmentsLincoln3BR,2BA$1.73
Lotus Villas2x22BR,2BA$2.00
Sablewood Gardens2x22BR,2BA$1.73
The Place Off CoffeeOne Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.07
Hunter's Glen1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.08

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Briarwood, Bakersfield, CA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Briarwood

What type of rentals are currently available in Briarwood?

There are currently 37 Apartments for Rent in Briarwood, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,550 to $2,395. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Briarwood ranging from $650 to $3,499.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Briarwood?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Briarwood ranges from $650 to $3,499 with an average monthly rent of $2,114.

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

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re moving to California’s magical Central Coast and looking for a place to land that strikes a great balance between affordability and access, make sure you don’t sleep on Bakersfield.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.