
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (50 Rentals)
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500 R St

105 E 8th St

1511 Orange Dr

508 28th St

1210 Oregon St

1915 Robinson St

520 Woodrow Ave, Unit A

126 Wilson Ave

Village at Lakeside
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1317 Bernard St

717 30th St

2022 Orange St

3017 Q St

Sycamore Walk

Santa Fe

124 Chester Ave

1409 Lincoln St

1121 Mount Vernon Ave

412 El Tejon Ave
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Outer East Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer East Bakersfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer East Bakersfield Studio Apartments | $883 | $800 | $1,000 |
| Outer East Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $772 | $2,375 |
| Outer East Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $145 | $2,280 |
| Outer East Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,697 | $1,085 | $2,450 |
| Outer East Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,837 | $1,374 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Outer East Bakersfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Bakersfield area of Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Vineyard Apartments priced from $779. Vintage Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Outer East Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vineyard Apartments | Immediate move-in available!! | 2BR,2BA | $779 |
| Vintage Apartments | Look N LEASE | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Pacific Terrace | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
| Sycamore Walk | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $937 |
| Summerview Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,036 |
| Camellia Village Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,085 |
| Park Sorrento | 1BD, 1BTH A | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Bakersfield, CA
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Bakersfield area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3 bed Model at 1419 Jefferson St in the in the East Bakersfield neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Outer East Bakersfield apartment is the 2126 O St Model at 2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1419 Jefferson St | 3 bed | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street | 2126 O St | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Summerset Apartments | Your New Home Awaits!!! | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Country Club Vista | Two Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs) | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Camellia Village Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Vineyard Apartments | Immediate move-in available!! | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| 218 Woodrow Ave, Unit A | 218 Woodrow Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Sycamore Walk | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Summerview Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Bakersfield Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer East Bakersfield?
The cheapest apartment in Outer East Bakersfield is Vintage Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Outer East Bakersfield costs $1,837.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer East 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 3 regular apartments in Outer East 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 Outer East Bakersfield?
Cheap apartments in Outer East Bakersfield have an average cost of $687 which is $1,150 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer East Bakersfield.
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