Apartments for Rent in the Outer Central Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA (279 Rentals)

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Bakersfield's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Bakersfield and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Shannon Hilson

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property at 1913 S M St

$1,150

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$1,150
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$1,150

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1913 S M St

BakersfieldCA93304
property at 3409 Alum Ave

$2,100

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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

3409 Alum Ave

BakersfieldCA93309

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property at 300 Griffiths St

$1,775

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$1,775
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$1,775

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300 Griffiths St

BakersfieldCA93309
property at 503 Littlejohn Ave

$1,995

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$1,995
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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 8

503 Littlejohn Ave

BakersfieldCA93307

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Outer Central Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Bakersfield. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly community may be just the ticket if you have children when you rent. Amongst all of the communities in Bakersfield, this part of town has a reputation as one of the A-list submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and having the best education resources available.

Outdoors Rating

Love parks and greenspace? this area is known as providing highly-rated access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Outer Central Bakersfield ranks as one of the best-regarded high-end communities in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, on-site concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Are there dogs or cats in your life? this part of Bakersfield ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Outer Central Bakersfield

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Outer Central Bakersfield Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Outer Central Bakersfield ranges from $950 to $1,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,170.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Central Bakersfield cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Outer Central Bakersfield range from $899 to $1,650. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,363.

How expensive are Outer Central Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 79 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Outer Central Bakersfield on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,450 to $1,950 - averaging $1,690 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.