
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Bakersfield area of Bakersfield.


225 18th St

1325 K St

821-825 30th St

1234 K St

505 18th St
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3317 Q St

3300 Panama St

516 28th St

2201 O

1009 33rd St

2901 Panama St
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523 31st St

826 30th St

G Street Apartments

New Yorker Vintage Apartments

17th Place Townhomes

The Birches
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CityPlace

814 17th St

500 17th St

Village Park Senior Apartments

Park Place Senior

VICTOR VILLAS
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The Pines Apartments
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 | $1,668 | $800 | $1,975 |
| Downtown Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $1,225 | $2,375 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bakersfield Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cue Apartments | UNIT A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| 918 at Eastchester | UNIT A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bakersfield, CA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bakersfield area is the $2.44 price per square foot UNIT A1 Model at 918 at Eastchester in the in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Downtown Bakersfield apartment is the UNIT A1 Model at The Cue Apartments starting at $1,975 with a $2.62 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 918 at Eastchester | UNIT A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| The Cue Apartments | UNIT A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
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 $1,875 at The Cue Apartments.
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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
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