
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the CSU Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $900 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the CSU Bakersfield area of Bakersfield.


Mesa Creek Apartments

Westcourte Apartments

2800 N Half Moon Dr

2708 Ashe Rd
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CSU Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in CSU Bakersfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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CSU Bakersfield Studio Apartments | $1,184 | $1,145 | $1,265 |
CSU Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $1,295 | $1,775 |
CSU Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $1,195 | $2,195 |
CSU Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,073 | $1,795 | $2,395 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the CSU Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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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 Mesa Creek Apartments priced from $1,160. Sand Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,265. Here are the most affordable CSU Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mesa Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
Sand Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
Laurelwood Oaks | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Westcourte Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Cedar Oaks | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,620 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in CSU Bakersfield, CA
As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the CSU Bakersfield area is the $1.78 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Jasmine Parke in the in the Briarwood neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value CSU Bakersfield apartment is the 7913 S Laurelglen Blvd Model at 7913 S Laurelglen Blvd, Unit A starting at $1,950 with a $1.77 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Jasmine Parke | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
7913 S Laurelglen Blvd, Unit A | 7913 S Laurelglen Blvd | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.77 |
Cedar Oaks | Town Home | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
Cambridge Village Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.01 |
Westcourte Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Sand Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
Laurelwood Oaks | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Mesa Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.32 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCsu Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA
Ranked #108
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Csu Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA
Stockdale Elementary
Tevis Junior High
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Getting Around the CSU Bakersfield Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,260 at Mesa Creek Apartments.
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 $1,395 at Westcourte 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 Laurelwood Oaks and starts from $1,795.
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