
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Olive Drive area Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $800 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Olive Drive area area of Bakersfield.


The Retreat at Riverlakes

Whispering Meadows Apartments and Suites

The Place Off Coffee

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Olive Drive area, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Olive Drive area?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Olive Drive area Studio Apartments | $883 | $883 | $883 |
Olive Drive area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,739 | $992 | $1,910 |
Olive Drive area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,981 | $1,075 | $2,250 |
Olive Drive area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,107 | $1,219 | $2,495 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Olive Drive area Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Cheapest Available Olive Drive area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Olive Drive area area of Bakersfield, CA is a Studio unit found at Springwood Court Apartments priced from $883. Whispering Meadows Apartments and Suites has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Olive Drive area apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Springwood Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $883 |
Whispering Meadows Apartments and Suites | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Belcourt Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
The Place Off Coffee | One Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Breakwater Apartments | 2X2 Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1,730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olive Drive area, CA
As of May 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Olive Drive area area is the $1.52 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Northview Meadows in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value Olive Drive area apartment is the A2 Upstairs Model at The Retreat at Riverlakes starting at $1,810 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Briarwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olive Drive area apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Northview Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
The Retreat at Riverlakes | A2 Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Breakwater Apartments | 2X2 Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
The Place Off Coffee | One Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
Whispering Meadows Apartments and Suites | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Belcourt Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Cielo at Calloway | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
Springwood Court Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOlive Drive Area, Bakersfield, CA
Ranked #16
Among neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Olive Drive area Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 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 Olive Drive area Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Olive Drive area?
The cheapest apartment in Olive Drive area is Springwood Court Apartments which is listed at $992, while the average apartment in Olive Drive area costs $2,125.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Olive Drive area?
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 4 regular apartments in Olive Drive area 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 Olive Drive area?
Cheap apartments in Olive Drive area have an average cost of $883 which is $1,242 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Olive Drive area.
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