
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Heights Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $600 (13 Rentals)
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College Heights, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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College Heights Studio Apartments | $700 | $700 | $700 |
College Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $895 | $1,975 |
College Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,526 | $1,100 | $2,250 |
College Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $1,620 | $1,975 |
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Cheapest Available College Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Heights area of Bakersfield, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Terrace priced from $775. College View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable College Heights apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pacific Terrace | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
College View Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
G Street Apartments | 2115 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Park Sorrento | 1BD, 1BTH A | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Shadow Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Heights, CA
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the College Heights area is the $1.54 price per square foot Two Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs) Model at Country Club Vista in the in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood starting from $1,607. The second greatest value College Heights apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs Model at Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes starting at $1,537 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Country Club Vista | Two Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs) | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Autumn Glen Apartments | 2x1 Single Level w/Porch | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
Stonemark | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Canyon Creek Apartments | Arroyo | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Shadow Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
College View Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
G Street Apartments | 2115 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Pacific Terrace | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the College Heights Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Heights Apartment is $775 at Pacific Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Heights is starting from $1,299 at Colum4229.
What is the most affordable College Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap College Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Autumn Glen Apartments and starts from $1,620.
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