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Bakersfield's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bakersfield, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Bakersfield, CA area range in price from $495 to $3,000 with an overall median price of $2,163. The three Bakersfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Old Town Kern at $700, Wible Orchard at $1,002, and City in the Hills at $1,295. 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$700$7001
Wible Orchard$1,399$1,0026
City in the Hills$1,537$1,2957
Morning Star$1,582$1,2958
Olympia @ NE Bakersfield$1,582$1,29510
Baker Street$1,635$50035
Homaker Park$1,675$99510
Stockdale Country Club$1,677$1,00032
Quailwood$1,713$1,00032
Amberton$1,750$1,00043

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 $775. 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 TerraceLoft1BR,1BA$775
Springwood Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$883
Harmony Court1x11BR,1BA$903
Camellia Village Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$937
Norwest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$955
K Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$959
Wood Spring ApartmentsStudio Fully Furnished1BR,1BA$999
Sycamore Walk3x23BR,2BA$1,002

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bakersfield area is the $1.57 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Masterpiece Parke in the in the Westdale North neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Bakersfield apartment is the The Sequoia Model at The Grove Apartments starting at $2,315 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Polo Grounds 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$1.57
The Grove ApartmentsThe Sequoia3BR,2BA$1.49
Pine Brook Apartments2Bed/2Ba2BR,2BA$1.42
Sycamore Walk3x23BR,2BA$0.94
Country Club VistaTwo Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs)2BR,1BA$1.54
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs2BR,1BA$1.56
Sunrise Apartments3BR3BR,2BA$1.26
2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street # C2126 O St1BR,1BA$1.19
K Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.23
Camellia Village Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21

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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 1210 Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,000. There are also 261 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bakersfield ranging from $600 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 $600 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,391.

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 $3,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $4,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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Helpful Apartment 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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.