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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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, CA

As of June 11, 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
5913 Auburn Oaks Dr, Unit C5913 Auburn Oaks Dr2BR,1BA$1.30
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs2BR,1BA$1.51
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
Vantage Point Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.50
Park SorrentoOne Bedroom One Bath A1BR,1BA$2.94

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillcrest

What type of rentals are currently available in Hillcrest?

There are currently 329 Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, CA with pricing that ranges from $441 to $1,995. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillcrest ranging from $1,100 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hillcrest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hillcrest ranges from $1,100 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,756.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hillcrest?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hillcrest range from $596 to $1,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,650.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Bakersfield Local Expert's Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re moving to California’s magical Central Coast and looking for a place to land that strikes a great balance between affordability and access, make sure you don’t sleep on Bakersfield.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.