
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morning Star Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $600 (24 Rentals)
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Morning Star, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Morning Star?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Morning Star 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,407 | $1,295 | $1,467 |
Morning Star 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,588 | $1,425 | $1,722 |
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Cheapest Available Morning Star Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Morning Star area of Bakersfield, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Shadow Ridge Apartments priced from $1,295. Canyon Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,417. Here are the most affordable Morning Star apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Shadow Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Canyon Creek Apartments | Arroyo | 1BR,1BA | $1,417 |
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1BA | $1,427 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morning Star, CA
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Morning Star area is the $1.56 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs Model at Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes in the in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood starting from $1,537. The second greatest value Morning Star apartment is the Marbella Model at Villa Sienna Apartment Homes starting at $1,427 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Morning Star apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
Canyon Creek Apartments | Arroyo | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Shadow Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
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Getting Around the Morning Star Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA
Walk Score®
2 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
5 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morning Star Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Morning Star Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Morning Star Apartment is $1,295 at Shadow Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Morning Star Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Morning Star is starting from $1,425 at Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes.
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