Cheap Apartments for Rent in the CSU Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $900 (38 Rentals)

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6200 Spice Way
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6200 Spice Way

6200 Spice WayBakersfield, CA 93309
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Edgewater Condominiums
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edgewater Condominiums

8200 Kroll WayBakersfield, CA 93311
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Quailwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Quailwood Apartments

300 Coffee RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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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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El Rio Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

El Rio Gardens

100 N El Rio DrBakersfield, 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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CSU Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available CSU Bakersfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the CSU Bakersfield 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 CSU Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sand Creek ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,165
Laurelwood Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,495
The Springs2 B Standard2BR,2BA$1,645
Cambridge Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,670
Park Square at Seven OaksThe Loft1BR,1BA$1,810
Lotus Villas2x22BR,2BA$2,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in CSU Bakersfield, CA

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the CSU Bakersfield area is the $2.02 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Lotus Villas in the in the Briarwood neighborhood starting from $2,225. The second greatest value CSU Bakersfield apartment is the 2 B Standard Model at The Springs starting at $1,645 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Tesoro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for CSU Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lotus Villas2x22BR,2BA$2.02
The Springs2 B Standard2BR,2BA$1.72
Laurelwood Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.99
Park Square at Seven OaksThe Loft1BR,1BA$2.47
Cambridge Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.45
Sand Creek ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.70

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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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Our team is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Bakersfield. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap CSU Bakersfield Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom CSU Bakersfield Apartment?

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in CSU Bakersfield is starting from $1,430 at Sand Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable CSU Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap CSU Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cambridge Village Apartments and starts from $1,970.

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Top Student-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities Near Bakersfield

Written by: Shannon Hilson

College life is naturally about a lot more than classes, textbooks, and degrees. At its best, it’s also an unforgettable experience, and where you hang your hat at the end of your day plays a huge role in that.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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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

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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.