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Kern City, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kern City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kern City area of Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Coventry Place Apartments priced from $919. Cedarwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Kern City apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Coventry Place ApartmentsUpdated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak...2BR,1BA$919
Cedarwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Ming Tree ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Casa Real Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,125
Parkside Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,145
Terrace East Apartment Homes1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,150
Parkwood Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,150
Sand Creek ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,165
Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Townhouse2BR,1BA$1,245
Terrace West Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kern City, CA

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kern City area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at 034-220-226 STINE RD in the in the Kern City neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Kern City apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Hasti Acres 1915 starting at $1,845 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kern City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
034-220-226 STINE RD3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.10
Hasti Acres 19153BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.32
Stine Ridge Townhomes3BR3BR,1.5BA$1.09
M13- 2820 N. HALFMOON DR.3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.35
Coventry Place ApartmentsSpacious 3-Bedroom Apartment Available!3BR,2BA$1.18
Pine Brook Apartments2Bed/2Ba2BR,2BA$1.36
Southgreen Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath - updated2BR,1BA$1.42
Mesa Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.44
Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.64
Terrace West Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.71

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Western Bakersfield. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kern City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kern City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kern City is at Cedarwood Apartments listed at $1,000.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kern City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kern City Apartment is $1,125 at Casa Real Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kern City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kern City is starting from $919 at Coventry Place Apartments.

What is the most affordable Kern City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kern City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Coventry Place Apartments and starts from $1,360.

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College life is naturally about a lot more than classes, textbooks, and degrees. At its best, it’s also an unforgettable experience, and where you hang your hat at the end of your day plays a huge role in that.

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Written by: Robin Stewart

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.