
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Kern City Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA (86 Rentals)


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2904 Sunset Ave

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4600 Beechwood St

432 S Real Rd

3840 White Ln

2900 Chester Ln

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2516 Ashe Rd

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1020 Valhalla Dr

4600 Beechwood St

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414 Real Rd

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740 Real Rd

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125 Real Rd

3212-3228 Chester Ln

326 Stephens Dr
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Kern City, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kern City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kern City Studio Apartments | $1,174 | $955 | $2,039 |
Kern City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $1,015 | $1,705 |
| Kern City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,579 | $1,150 | $2,195 |
| Kern City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $1,450 | $2,395 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 86 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kern City Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Largest Available Kern City 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Kern City area of Bakersfield, CA is found at Welcome to Laurelwood Oaks – Comfortable Living in a Beautiful Community and is listed at 750 square feet priced from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome to Laurelwood Oaks – Comfortable Living in a Beautiful Community | 1BR/1.0BA | 750 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| Casa Real Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 611 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
| Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,045 |
| Terrace West Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 530 Sq Ft | $1,130 |
Cheapest Available Kern City 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Kern City of Bakersfield, CA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model starting from $1,045 at Norwest Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kern City is currently $1,322. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,045 |
| Casa Real Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,125 |
| Terrace West Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,130 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,150 |
| Welcome to Laurelwood Oaks – Comfortable Living in a Beautiful Community | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,495 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Kern City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Kern City with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Kern City is at Norwest Apartments listed at $1,045.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Kern City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Kern City is $1,322.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Kern City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kern City is a 750 square feet unit starting from $1,495 at Welcome to Laurelwood Oaks – Comfortable Living in a Beautiful Community.
What is the average size for Kern City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Kern City is currently 653 sq ft.
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