Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (65 Rentals)

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1802 Forrest St

BakersfieldCA93304

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Santa Fe
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Fe

617 Union AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Pineview Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pineview Apartments

4301 Fruitvale AveBakersfield, CA 93308
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The Camellias
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Camellias

1741 Cheatham AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Taylor Pointe North
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Taylor Pointe North

501 Taylor StBakersfield, CA 93309
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Panorama Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Panorama Pointe

4830 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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814 17th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

814 17th St

814 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Brundage Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brundage Arms

929 E Brundage LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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Kristine Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kristine Apartments

2901 Virginia AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Casa Del Sol
Studio Apartments

Casa Del Sol

2601 Fremont StBakersfield, CA 93304
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The Meadows
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

2400 Goldenrod StBakersfield, CA 93308
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King Square Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

King Square Apartments

1601 Lotus LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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Pacific Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Terrace

3701 Q StBakersfield, CA 93301
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College Townhouse
2 Bedroom Apartments

College Townhouse

4501 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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CityPlace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

CityPlace

1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Acadia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Acadia Apartments

5324 Fairfax RdBakersfield, CA 93306
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Valhalla Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Valhalla Village

1100 Valhalla DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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Noel Studios
3 Bedroom Apartments

Noel Studios

6004 Hill Dale CtBakersfield, CA 93306
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CHATEAU VILLA APARTMENTS
2 Bedroom Apartments

CHATEAU VILLA APARTMENTS

420-426 S Real RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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The Courtyard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Courtyard

4551 California AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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Summerwind Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

Summerwind Villas

1208 Fairview RdBakersfield, CA 93307
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Auburn Heights
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Auburn Heights

7000 Auburn StBakersfield, CA 93306

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North Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Bakersfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Bakersfield area of Bakersfield, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Terrace priced from $775. Springwood Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $883. Here are the most affordable North Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific TerraceLoft1BR,1BA$775
Springwood Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$883
Harmony Court1x11BR,1BA$903
Camellia Village Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$937
Norwest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$955
Wood Spring ApartmentsStudio Fully Furnished1BR,1BA$999
Sycamore Walk3x23BR,2BA$1,002
Sierra Terrace EastStudioStudio,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Bakersfield, CA

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Bakersfield area is the $1.57 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Masterpiece Parke in the in the Westdale North neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value North Bakersfield apartment is the The Sequoia Model at Oak Park starting at $2,290 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Polo Grounds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Masterpiece Parke3 Bedroom3BR,3.5BA$1.57
Oak ParkThe Sequoia3BR,2BA$1.47
The Cove3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.62
Pine Brook Apartments2Bed/2Ba2BR,2BA$1.42
Sycamore Walk3x23BR,2BA$0.94
Country Club VistaTwo Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs)2BR,1BA$1.54
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs2BR,1BA$1.56
Sunrise Apartments3BR3BR,2BA$1.26
2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street # C2126 O St1BR,1BA$1.19
Camellia Village Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21

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North Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Bakersfield. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Bakersfield Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Bakersfield?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Bakersfield is at Pacific Terrace listed at $815.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Bakersfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Bakersfield Apartment is $775 at Pacific Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Bakersfield Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Bakersfield is starting from $937 at Camellia Village Apartments.

What is the most affordable North Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sycamore Walk and starts from $1,002.

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A Bakersfield Local Expert's Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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