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The Cue Apartments
1800 Q StBakersfield, CA 93301
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (25 Rentals)
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17th Place Townhomes
1001 18th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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225 18th St
225 18th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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1325 K St
1325 K StBakersfield, CA 93301
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821-825 30th St
821-825 30th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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516 28th St
516 28th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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2 Bedroom Apartments
505 18th St
505 18th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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3317 Q St
3317 Q StBakersfield, CA 93301
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3300 Panama St
3300 Panama StBakersfield, CA 93301
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1234 K St
1234 K StBakersfield, CA 93301
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1009 33rd St
1009 33rd StBakersfield, CA 93301
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2901 Panama St
2901 Panama StBakersfield, CA 93301
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2 Bedroom Apartments
523 31st St
523 31st StBakersfield, CA 93301
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826 30th St
826 30th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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2201 O
2201 OBakersfield, CA 93301
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G Street Apartments
2115 G StBakersfield, CA 93301
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New Yorker Vintage Apartments
1906 18th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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The Birches
1805 California AveBakersfield, CA 93304
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CityPlace
1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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814 17th St
814 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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500 17th St
500 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Village Park Senior Apartments
2300 R StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Park Place Senior
2250 R StBakersfield, CA 93301
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The Pines Apartments
1905 California AveBakersfield, CA 93304
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Learn about Bakersfield and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Shannon Hilson
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VICTOR VILLAS
716 Espee StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Downtown Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bakersfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $1,295 | $1,975 |
| Downtown Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,889 | $1,245 | $2,280 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bakersfield Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bakersfield area of Bakersfield, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Cue Apartments priced from $1,975. 918 at Eastchester has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cue Apartments | UNIT A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| 918 at Eastchester | UNIT A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| 17th Place Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bakersfield, CA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bakersfield area is the $1.98 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at 17th Place Townhomes in the in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood starting from $2,099. The second greatest value Downtown Bakersfield apartment is the 2126 O St Model at 2126 O St starting at $1,295 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17th Place Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.98 |
| 2126 O St | 2126 O St | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 918 at Eastchester | UNIT A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| The Cue Apartments | UNIT A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bakersfield Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bakersfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bakersfield Apartment is $1,975 at The Cue Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Bakersfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Bakersfield is starting from $2,099 at 17th Place Townhomes.
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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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.
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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.