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3017 Q St

BakersfieldCA93301

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CityPlace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

CityPlace

1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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2510 Haley St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2510 Haley St

2510 Haley StBakersfield, CA 93305
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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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814 17th St
1 to 2 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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Panorama Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Panorama Pointe

4830 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Casa Del Sol
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Del Sol

2601 Fremont StBakersfield, CA 93304
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The Meadows
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

2400 Goldenrod StBakersfield, CA 93308

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College Townhouse
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

College Townhouse

4501 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Pacific Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Terrace

3701 Q 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 to 3 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
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summerwind Villas

1208 Fairview RdBakersfield, CA 93307
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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 Studio unit found at Pacific Terrace priced from $815. Santa Fe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $937. Here are the most affordable North Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$815
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$937
Norwest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$955
Harmony Court1x11BR,1BA$970
Riverview1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$985
Cedarwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Sierra Terrace EastStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
ColumbardStudioStudio,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Bakersfield, CA

As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Bakersfield area is the $1.45 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Masterpiece Parke in the in the Redwood Estates neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value North Bakersfield apartment is the C1 Downstairs Model at The Retreat at Riverlakes starting at $2,265 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Briarwood 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$1.45
The Retreat at RiverlakesC1 Downstairs3BR,2BA$1.53
2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street2126 O St2BR,2BA$1.25
Stine Ridge Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes3 Bed 2 Bath Single Level3BR,2BA$1.54
602 Yellow Meadow Ct, Unit B602 Yellow Meadow Ct2BR,2BA$1.52
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.92
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.32
Del Pine Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.47
Riverview1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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 a cheap apartment in North Bakersfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Bakersfield is under $1,050.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Bakersfield?

The cheapest apartment in North Bakersfield is Pacific Terrace which is listed at $915, while the average apartment in North Bakersfield costs $2,450.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Bakersfield?

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 5 regular apartments in North Bakersfield 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 North Bakersfield?

Cheap apartments in North Bakersfield have an average cost of $458 which is $1,992 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Bakersfield.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.