
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morning Star Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Morning Star area of Bakersfield.


Canyon Creek Apartments

Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes

Shadow Ridge Apartments

Villa Sienna Apartment Homes

Noel Studios

6008 Hill Dale Ct

6118 Royal Coach Circle
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5813 Fairfax Rd

2921 La Costa St

5701 Fairfax Rd

3921 Christmas Tree Ln

Brentwood Crossing

3005 La Costa St

Panorama Terrace

3217 Fortier St
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6103 Royal Coach Cir

3108 La Costa St

6110-6116 Royal Coach Cir

6134 Royal Coach Cir

6017 Auburn Oaks Dr

6005 Fairfax Rd

5917 Fairfax Rd

4000 Christmas Tree Ln
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning Star 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,261 | $441 | $1,460 |
| Morning Star 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $507 | $1,950 |
| Morning Star 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $596 | $1,675 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Morning Star Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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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 Auburn Vista priced from $441. Villa Sienna Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,430. Here are the most affordable Morning Star apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $441 |
| Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| Vantage Point Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath - Upstairs / Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,480 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morning Star, CA
As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Morning Star area is the $1.51 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs Model at Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes in the in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood starting from $1,460. The second greatest value Morning Star apartment is the Rio Bravo Model at Canyon Creek Apartments starting at $1,680 with a $1.86 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Canyon Creek Apartments | Rio Bravo | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath - Upstairs / Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| Vantage Point Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMorning Star, Bakersfield, CA
Ranked #32
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morning Star Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Morning Star?
The cheapest apartment in Morning Star is Auburn Vista which is listed at $441, while the average apartment in Morning Star costs $1,655.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Morning Star?
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 3 regular apartments in Morning Star that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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