
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $1,500 (2 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Downtown Bakersfield area of Bakersfield.

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Downtown Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Bakersfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $1,550 | $1,650 |
Downtown Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bakersfield, CA
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bakersfield area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2126 O St Model at 2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street # C in the in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Downtown Bakersfield apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bath standard yard Model at Tyner Ranch Townhomes starting at $1,785 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Solera at Kern Canyon 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. |
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2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street # C | 2126 O St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Tyner Ranch Townhomes | 2 bedroom 1 bath standard yard | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
The Grove Apartments | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
Whispering Meadows Apartments and Suites | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Park Sorrento | 2BD, 1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
Belcourt Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Parkwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Springwood Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
G Street Apartments | 2115 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Bakersfield
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Bakersfield?
There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bakersfield, CA with pricing that ranges from $825 to $2,335. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Bakersfield ranging from $1,550 to $2,100.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Bakersfield?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Bakersfield ranges from $1,550 to $2,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,850.
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