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Bakersfield's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Bakersfield and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Shannon Hilson

Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bakersfield, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/11/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Bakersfield, CA area range in price from $495 to $2,695 with an overall median price of $1,987. The three Bakersfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Old Town Kern at $975, Casa Loma at $900, and Oildale at $925. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bakersfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Old Town Kern$985$9752
Casa Loma$1,499$90022
Oildale$1,550$92510
Homaker Park$1,575$9508
Morning Star$1,587$1,3509
Baker Street$1,600$80046
Kayandee$1,600$84921
La Cresta Alta Vista$1,600$80040
Lakeview$1,600$80032
Panorama$1,600$80041

Cheapest Available Bakersfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bakersfield, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Terrace in the Homaker Park neighborhood priced from $915. Santa Fe in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $937. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bakersfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific TerraceLoft1BR,1BA$915
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$937
Norwest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$955
College View Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,040
Sierra Terrace EastStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
ColumbardStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Terrace West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,080

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA

As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bakersfield area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Masterpiece Parke in the in the Redwood Estates neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Bakersfield apartment is the 3412 Ashe Rd Model at 3412 Ashe Rd, Unit D starting at $1,900 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Masterpiece Parke3 Bedroom3BR,3.5BA$1.00
3412 Ashe Rd, Unit D3412 Ashe Rd3BR,2BA$1.36
660 Clover Meadow Ct, Unit B660 Clover Meadow Ct3BR,2BA$1.33
2541 Encina St2541 Encina St2BR,1BA$1.38
1022 Oregon St, Unit Large 2 bedroom apartment1022 Oregon St2BR,1BA$0.81
2811 Dracena St, Unit 2811 dracena2811 Dracena St2BR,1BA$1.43
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.92
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.32
2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street # C2126 O St1BR,1BA$0.85
Del Pine Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.47

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Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #345

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

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Bakersfield is an amazing place to live if you're looking for a place to hang your hat on the Central Coast that won't break the bank. Gorgeous natural areas and plenty of peace and quiet make it perfect for those who love rural or semi-rural living.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bakersfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Bakersfield?

There are currently 1251 Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,695. There are also 316 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bakersfield ranging from $895 to $7,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bakersfield ranges from $895 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,280.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bakersfield range from $798 to $2,695, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,675 to $4,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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