
Cheap Homes for Rent in CSU Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $1,500 (5 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in CSU Bakersfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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CSU Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,000 | $2,400 |
CSU Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,402 | $1,800 | $3,300 |
CSU Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,548 | $2,200 | $2,850 |
CSU Bakersfield 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,900 | $3,900 | $3,900 |
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There are currently 5 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 Sand Creek Apartments priced from $1,145. Mesa Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,160. 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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Sand Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
Mesa Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
Laurelwood Oaks | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in CSU Bakersfield, CA
As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the CSU Bakersfield area is the $1.76 price per square foot 9704 Portland Rose Ave Model at 9704 Portland Rose Ave, Unit 9704 Portland Rose Ave in the in the Tesoro neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value CSU Bakersfield apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Jasmine Parke starting at $1,995 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Briarwood 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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9704 Portland Rose Ave, Unit 9704 Portland Rose Ave | 9704 Portland Rose Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
Jasmine Parke | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
Park Square at Seven Oaks | The Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Laurelwood Oaks | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Mesa Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.32 |
Sand Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about CSU Bakersfield
What type of rentals are currently available in CSU Bakersfield?
There are currently 91 Apartments for Rent in CSU Bakersfield, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,145 to $2,395. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in CSU Bakersfield ranging from $1,595 to $3,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in CSU Bakersfield?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in CSU Bakersfield ranges from $1,595 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,529.
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