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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $500 (13 Rentals)
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1430 Camino Sierra, Unit D
1430 Camino SierraBakersfield, CA 93306
1210 Oregon St
BakersfieldCA93305
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Hillcrest, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $822 | $795 | $850 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,182 | $725 | $1,460 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $995 | $1,815 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $1,350 | $1,975 |
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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 $1,325. Villa Sienna Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,427. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Sorrento | 1BD, 1BTH B | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1BA | $1,427 |
| Vantage Point Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath - Upstairs / Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,480 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, CA
As of December 05, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Level | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Country Club Vista | Two Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs) | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath - Single Level | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Canyon Creek Apartments | Rio Bravo | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| Vantage Point Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Park Sorrento | 1BD, 1BTH B | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 304 Clyde St, Unit Clyde Unit C | 304 Clyde St | Studio ,1BA | $2.85 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillcrest, Bakersfield, CA
Ranked #38
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,325 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 $1,425 at Park Sorrento.
What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Colum4229 and starts from $1,599.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
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