Apartments for Rent in the Kern City Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA Under $1,500 (51 Rentals)

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Top Student-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities Near Bakersfield

Find the best student apartments in Bakersfield near BC and CSUB. Explore 10 top neighborhoods that offer great commutes, housing variety, and local amenities.

Bakersfield's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Bakersfield and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Shannon Hilson

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Summer Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Place

3709-3811 Wible RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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El Rio Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

El Rio Gardens

100 N El Rio DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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Quailwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Quailwood Apartments

300 Coffee RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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Mirage Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mirage Apartments

2601 S Real RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Edgewater Condominiums
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edgewater Condominiums

8200 Kroll WayBakersfield, CA 93311
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Plaza del Real
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza del Real

403 Real RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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King's Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

King's Arms

4101 California AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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Springview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Springview Apartments

2801 Wible RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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Stockdale Pines Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stockdale Pines Apartments

5301 Lennox AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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6200 Spice Way
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6200 Spice Way

6200 Spice WayBakersfield, CA 93309
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The Courtyard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Courtyard

4551 California AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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Valhalla Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valhalla Village

1100 Valhalla DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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Kern City, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Kern City

How much are Studio apartments in Kern City?

There are currently 41 Studio Apartments in Kern City with rent ranges from $955 to $2,039 with an average price of $1,174.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Kern City Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Kern City ranges from $1,015 to $1,680 with an average monthly rent of $1,334.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Kern City cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Kern City range from $1,150 to $2,195. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,604.

How expensive are Kern City Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 116 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Kern City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,450 to $2,395 - averaging $1,802 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.