Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $500 (9 Rentals)

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2510 Haley St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2510 Haley St

2510 Haley StBakersfield, CA 93305
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Brundage Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brundage Arms

929 E Brundage LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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Panorama Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Panorama Pointe

4830 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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College Townhouse
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

College Townhouse

4501 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Acadia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Acadia Apartments

5324 Fairfax RdBakersfield, CA 93306
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Noel Studios
3 Bedroom Apartments

Noel Studios

6004 Hill Dale CtBakersfield, CA 93306
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1820-1880 Quincy St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1820-1880 Quincy St

1820-1880 Quincy StBakersfield, CA 93305

Hillcrest, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Bakersfield, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Sorrento priced from $1,175. Colum4229 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Sorrento1BD, 1BTH A1BR,1BA$1,175
Colum42292BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,299
Colum42292BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, CA

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.54 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Level Model at Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes in the in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the Two Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs) Model at Country Club Vista starting at $1,610 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes3 Bed 2 Bath Single Level3BR,2BA$1.54
Country Club VistaTwo Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs)2BR,1BA$1.54
Shadow Ridge Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath - Single Level2BR,2BA$1.80
Colum42292BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.53
Villa Sienna Apartment HomesMarbella1BR,1.5BA$1.70
Vantage Point Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.50
Park Sorrento1BD, 1BTH A1BR,1BA$2.94
304 Clyde St, Unit Clyde Unit C304 Clyde StStudio ,1BA$2.85

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillcrest, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #49

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Hillcrest Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $1,175 at Park Sorrento.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $1,299 at Colum4229.

What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes and starts from $1,675.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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