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Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bakersfield, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Bakersfield, CA area range in price from $900 to $7,000 with an overall median price of $2,943. The three Bakersfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brighton at $1,200, Brisa at $1,500, and Downtown Bakersfield at $1,450. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bakersfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Brighton$1,200$1,2001
Brisa$1,600$1,5001
Downtown Bakersfield$1,800$1,4504
Kayandee$1,850$1,1504
Old Town Kern$1,850$1,1003
Lakeview$1,910$1,10018
Cottonwood$1,975$1,1509
Casa Loma$1,985$1,10015
Wible Orchard$1,995$1,4254
Oakridge$2,075$2,0002

Cheapest Available Bakersfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bakersfield, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific Terrace in the Homaker Park neighborhood priced from $815. Springwood Court Apartments in the Fruitvale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $883. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bakersfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$815
Springwood Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$883
Norwest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$955
Harmony Court1x11BR,1BA$957
Santa Clarita ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$965
Sycamore Walk3x23BR,2BA$1,002
College View Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,040
Sierra Terrace EastStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
The Sunset ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
G Street Apartments21151BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bakersfield area is the $1.50 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Northview Meadows in the in the North Country Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Bakersfield apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath townhouse Model at Stockdale Garden Villas starting at $1,425 with a $1.33 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.
Northview Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.50
Stockdale Garden Villas2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.33
Sycamore Walk3x23BR,2BA$0.94
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.32
Del Pine Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.47
Sunrise Apartments3BR3BR,2BA$1.26
Pine Brook Apartments1Bed/1Ba1BR,1BA$1.35
Glenbrook Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.53
1320 Flower St, Unit D1320 Flower St2BR,1BA$1.52
2512 Drake St, Unit 25122512 Drake St1BR,1BA$1.50

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Bakersfield, CA Area Reviews

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May 6, 2025

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 1217 Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $2,595. There are also 297 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bakersfield ranging from $1,075 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 $1,075 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,394.

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 $1,000 to $2,595, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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