
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Central Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $600 (58 Rentals)
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1421 El Rancho Dr

124 Chester Ave

Norwest Apartments

Cedarwood Apartments

Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments

Terrace West Apartments

Stine Country Apartments

The Sunset Apartments

Del Pine Terrace
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104-106 1/2 Fishering Dr

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3609 Micheli Ct

The Rowan Apartments

6205 S H St

3616 Micheli Ct

Stine Ridge Townhomes

4704 Planz Rd

4201 Planz Rd, Unit #C
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4516 Maybrook Ave

2300 Brundage Ln

Pine Brook Apartments

1818 Hasti Acres Dr

Serena Vista Apartments LLC

3801 Soranno Ave

Serramonte Park

Terrace East Apartment Homes

2901 S Chester Ave

4608 Maybrook Ave
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4 N McDonald Way

2415 Hughes Ln

2714 S Real Rd

4225 Parkwood Ct, Unit 4

500 White Ln

4422 White Ln

Taylor Pointe North

Valhalla Village

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K Street Apartments

Mirage Apartments

Park Planz

3108 Stine Rd

3116 Stine Rd

22 Candy St

Cedarvale Apartments
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Outer Central Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Central Bakersfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Central Bakersfield Studio Apartments | $1,056 | $896 | $1,250 |
| Outer Central Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $900 | $1,350 |
| Outer Central Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,362 | $1,046 | $1,645 |
| Outer Central Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $1,126 | $2,350 |
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There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Central Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer Central Bakersfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Central Bakersfield area of Bakersfield, CA is a Studio unit found at Village at Lakeside priced from $896. Coventry Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $919. Here are the most affordable Outer Central Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at Lakeside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $896 |
| Coventry Place Apartments | Updated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak... | 2BR,2BA | $919 |
| Norwest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Cedarwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Stine Country Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Terrace West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Casa Real Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Rowan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Central Bakersfield, CA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Central Bakersfield area is the $1.27 price per square foot 3116 Edmonton St Model at 3116 Edmonton St, Unit A in the in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Outer Central Bakersfield apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Stine Ridge Townhomes starting at $1,245 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Central Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3116 Edmonton St, Unit A | 3116 Edmonton St | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Stine Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 2Bed/2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Coventry Place Apartments | Updated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak... | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| 4420 Fjord Street | 4420 Fjord Street - A | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 3116 Stine Rd | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Serena Vista Apartments LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Casa Real Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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Best Local Schools in Outer Central Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Central Bakersfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Central Bakersfield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Central Bakersfield is at Village at Lakeside listed at $896.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Central Bakersfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Central Bakersfield Apartment is $1,020 at Cedarwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Central Bakersfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Central Bakersfield is starting from $919 at Coventry Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Outer Central Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outer Central Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stine Ridge Townhomes and starts from $1,445.
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