
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (36 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hillcrest area of Bakersfield.


430 Crawford St

3305 Pioneer Dr

1118 Chico St

924 Height St

1915 Robinson St

905 1/2-905 1/2 Pearl St

2401 Christmas Tree Ln

345 S Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
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2009 Oregon St

1518 Palm Dr

1020 Oswell St

Park Sorrento

2010 Larcus Ave

2501 Bishop Dr, Unit 6

1316 E California Ave

2601 Columbus St, Unit C60

2601 Columbus St
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3306 Gardenia Ave

803 Pacific St

730 S Haley St

1517 Ralston St

2010 Larcus Ave

2510 Haley St

Panorama Pointe

Brundage Arms

College Townhouse
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Noel Studios

1820-1880 Quincy St

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1405 Pacific St

Kristine Apartments

401 Irene St

Country Club Town Homes

918 Monterey St
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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 | $925 | $925 | $925 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,161 | $441 | $1,460 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $507 | $1,760 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $596 | $1,925 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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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 Auburn Vista priced from $441. Park Sorrento has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $441 |
| Park Sorrento | One Bedroom One Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| Vantage Point Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Venetian Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1,450 |
| Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Canyon Creek Apartments | Arroyo | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath - Upstairs / Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,480 |
| Country Club Vista | Two Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs) | 2BR,1BA | $1,507 |
| 1419 Jefferson St | 3 bed | 3BR,2BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, CA
As of May 03, 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 6005 Hill Dale Ct Model at 6005 Hill Dale Ct, Unit Hill Dale residences starting at $1,700 with a $1.31 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1419 Jefferson St | 3 bed | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 6005 Hill Dale Ct, Unit Hill Dale residences | 6005 Hill Dale Ct | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| 6005 Hill Dale Ct, Unit D | 6005 Hill Dale Ct | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Country Club Vista | Two Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs) | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath - Upstairs / Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| Canyon Creek Apartments | Arroyo | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Vantage Point Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Park Sorrento | One Bedroom One Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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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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