
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kern City Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $600 (50 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Kern City area of Bakersfield.


Norwest Apartments

Cedarwood Apartments

Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments

Terrace West Apartments

Columbard

Stine Country

The Sunset Apartments

Del Pine Terrace

Ming Tree Apartments
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Southgreen Apartments

2904 Sunset Ave

Casa Real Apartments

Sand Creek Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

2804 N Half Moon Dr

Mesa Creek Apartments

Westcourte Apartments

Ming Garden Apartments

3616 Micheli Ct
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4704 Planz Rd

2030 Wheelan Ct

1818 Hasti Acres Dr

Terrace East Apartment Homes

2419 Westholme Blvd

Stockdale Garden Villas

Stine Ridge Townhomes

2714 S Real Rd

The Springs

Pine Brook Apartments
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Summer Place

6200 Spice Way

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King's Arms

Plaza del Real

Edgewater Condominiums

Mirage Apartments

Quailwood Apartments

4701 Beechwood St

El Rio Gardens

Glenbrook Apartments

5604 Indian Wells Ave

3608 Sampson Ct
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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 | $1,334 | $1,015 | $1,680 |
| Kern City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $1,150 | $2,195 |
| Kern City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $1,450 | $2,395 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kern City Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coventry Place Apartments | Updated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak... | 2BR,2BA | $919 |
| Cedarwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Terrace West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Sunset Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Columbard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Del Pine Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,060 |
| Ming Tree Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Casa Real Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Sand Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kern City, CA
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kern City area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3BR Model at Stine Ridge Townhomes in the in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood starting from $1,445. The second greatest value Kern City apartment is the 2Bed/2Ba Model at Pine Brook Apartments starting at $1,495 with a $1.36 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stine Ridge Townhomes | 3BR | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 2Bed/2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Stockdale Garden Villas | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| The Springs | 2B Remodel | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Coventry Place Apartments | Updated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak... | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Casa Real Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Del Pine Terrace | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.77 |
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Best Local Schools in Kern City, Bakersfield, CA
Wayne Van Horn Elementary
O. J. Actis Junior High
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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 $1,045 at Norwest 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 Stine Ridge Townhomes and starts from $1,445.
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