
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeview Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lakeview area of Bakersfield.


105 E 8th St

CityPlace

The Camellias
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Brundage Arms

814 17th St

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Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Studio Apartments | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Lakeview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $772 | $2,375 |
| Lakeview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $895 | $2,280 |
| Lakeview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $1,085 | $2,100 |
| Lakeview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $1,374 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lakeview Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lakeview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeview area of Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Santa Fe priced from $937. Camellia Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $937. Here are the most affordable Lakeview apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
| Camellia Village Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $937 |
| 1419 Jefferson St | 3 bed | 3BR,2BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeview, CA
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeview area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3 bed Model at 1419 Jefferson St in the in the East Bakersfield neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Lakeview apartment is the 2126 O St Model at 2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street starting at $1,350 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1419 Jefferson St | 3 bed | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street | 2126 O St | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 17th Place Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.98 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| 1316 Flower St, Unit B | 1316 Flower St | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Camellia Village Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 918 at Eastchester | Furnished Unit A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| The Cue | UNIT A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| 1702 Shamrock Way, Unit 2 | 1702 Shamrock Way | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeview Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakeview?
The cheapest apartment in Lakeview is The Cue which is listed at $1,975, while the average apartment in Lakeview costs $1,595.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakeview?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Lakeview that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lakeview?
Cheap apartments in Lakeview have an average cost of $687 which is $908 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakeview.
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