Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (54 Rentals)

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$950 - $1,700

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1118 Chico St

BakersfieldCA93305

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1308 Flower St, Unit A
$1,450
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1308 Flower St, Unit A

1308 Flower StBakersfield, CA 93305

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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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Pine Ridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

2605 Mount Vernon AveBakersfield, 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
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Kristine Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kristine Apartments

2901 Virginia AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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401 Irene St
2 Bedroom Apartments

401 Irene St

401 Irene StBakersfield, CA 93305
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Dana3600
2 Bedroom Apartments

Dana3600

3600 Dana StBakersfield, CA 93306
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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 Auburn Vista priced from $441. Park Sorrento has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Auburn Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$441
Park SorrentoOne Bedroom One Bath A1BR,1BA$1,175
Villa Sienna Apartment HomesMarbella1BR,1BA$1,430
Vantage Point Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,450
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs2BR,1BA$1,460
Shadow Ridge Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath - Upstairs / Downstairs2BR,1BA$1,480
Auburn Oaks1x1 B1BR,1BA$1,545
Dana36002BR/2.5BA2BR,2BA$1,599
1419 Jefferson St3 bed3BR,2BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, CA

As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3 bed Model at 1419 Jefferson St in the in the East Bakersfield neighborhood starting from $1,600. 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.
1419 Jefferson St3 bed3BR,2BA$0.94
Country Club VistaTwo Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs)2BR,1BA$1.54
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs2BR,1BA$1.51
Canyon Creek ApartmentsRio Bravo2BR,1BA$1.86
1308 Flower St, Unit A1308 Flower St2BR,1BA$1.69
Shadow Ridge Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath - Upstairs / Downstairs2BR,1BA$1.74
Villa Sienna Apartment HomesMarbella1BR,1.5BA$1.70
Auburn Oaks1x1 B1BR,1BA$2.27
Vantage Point Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.50
Park SorrentoOne Bedroom One Bath A1BR,1BA$2.94

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Northeast Central Bakersfield. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 $441 at Auburn Vista.

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 $507 at Auburn Vista.

What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Auburn Vista and starts from $596.

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