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117 E 6th St, Unit Duplex

1 Shilo Est

626 30th St

3601 Micheli Ct
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801 Wilson Ave

410 Arvin St

4809 Hahn Ave

118 Eye St

6812 Quailwood Dr

1706 Cecil Brunner Dr

3901 Soranno Ave

1116 Delwood Ave

10114 Boone Valley Dr

4404 Tierra Verde St

4701 Beechwood St
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2200 Cedro Ct

1103 Snyder Ln

8716 Hamblen Ct, Unit ADU- Private Entry

614-1 Jeffrey St

2515 Chester Ln
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408 Hayslett Ave

1130 Bank St

5913 Auburn Oaks Dr, Unit Apartment C

918 Monterey St

2311 Planz Rd

2010 Larcus Ave

3609 Sampson Ct

118 Hickerson Dr
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511 Wilson Ave

616Rumba Street

1123 Dolores St

501 Linda Vista Dr

626 Charlana Dr
Bakersfield's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Bakersfield and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Shannon Hilson

1418 Eureka St
Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Bakersfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,683 | $1,095 | $2,675 |
Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,329 | $1,675 | $4,850 |
Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,685 | $1,850 | $4,200 |
Bakersfield 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,514 | $2,600 | $7,000 |
Bakersfield 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bakersfield, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/11/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Old Town Kern | $985 | $975 | 2 |
Casa Loma | $1,499 | $900 | 22 |
Oildale | $1,550 | $925 | 10 |
Homaker Park | $1,575 | $950 | 8 |
Morning Star | $1,587 | $1,350 | 9 |
Baker Street | $1,600 | $800 | 46 |
Kayandee | $1,600 | $849 | 21 |
La Cresta Alta Vista | $1,600 | $800 | 40 |
Lakeview | $1,600 | $800 | 32 |
Panorama | $1,600 | $800 | 41 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pacific Terrace | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
Norwest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
College View Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Sierra Terrace East | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Columbard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Terrace West Apartments | Studio | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Masterpiece Parke | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.00 |
3412 Ashe Rd, Unit D | 3412 Ashe Rd | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
660 Clover Meadow Ct, Unit B | 660 Clover Meadow Ct | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
2541 Encina St | 2541 Encina St | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
1022 Oregon St, Unit Large 2 bedroom apartment | 1022 Oregon St | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
2811 Dracena St, Unit 2811 dracena | 2811 Dracena St | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Camellia Village Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street # C | 2126 O St | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
Del Pine Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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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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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

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.

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
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