
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fruitvale Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $500 (3 Rentals)
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Fruitvale, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fruitvale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fruitvale Studio Apartments | $1,071 | $883 | $1,259 |
Fruitvale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $922 | $1,845 |
Fruitvale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $930 | $2,450 |
Fruitvale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $1,219 | $2,495 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fruitvale Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fruitvale, CA
As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fruitvale area is the $1.92 price per square foot A2 Downstairs, Direct Access Garage Model at The Retreat at Riverlakes in the in the Briarwood neighborhood starting from $1,810. The second greatest value Fruitvale apartment is the Two Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Place Off Coffee starting at $1,750 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Briarwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fruitvale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Retreat at Riverlakes | A2 Downstairs, Direct Access Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
The Place Off Coffee | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
Hunter's Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Breakwater Apartments | 1X1 Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
The Grove Apartments | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
The Villas at Scenic River | The Capri | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Cielo at Calloway | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
Harmony Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Furnished Studio-Bakersfield - California | Furnished Studio-Bakersfield - California ... | Studio ,1BA | $4.20 |
Getting Around the Fruitvale Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
58 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
15 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fruitvale Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fruitvale?
The cheapest apartment in Fruitvale is Breakwater Apartments which is listed at $1,605, while the average apartment in Fruitvale costs $2,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fruitvale?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Fruitvale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fruitvale?
Cheap apartments in Fruitvale have an average cost of $235 which is $1,960 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fruitvale.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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