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

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property at 105 E 8th St

$800

Studio Rentals

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105 E 8th St

BakersfieldCA93307
property at 126 Wilson Ave

$895 - $1,350

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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126 Wilson Ave

BakersfieldCA93308

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property at 3017 Q St

$895 - $925

1 Bedroom Rentals

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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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The Camellias
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Camellias

1741 Cheatham AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Panorama Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Panorama Pointe

4830 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Brundage Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brundage Arms

929 E Brundage LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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814 17th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

814 17th St

814 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Casa Del Sol
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Del Sol

2601 Fremont StBakersfield, CA 93304
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College Townhouse
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

College Townhouse

4501 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Acadia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Acadia Apartments

5324 Fairfax RdBakersfield, CA 93306
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Noel Studios
3 Bedroom Apartments

Noel Studios

6004 Hill Dale CtBakersfield, CA 93306
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Summerwind Villas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summerwind Villas

1208 Fairview RdBakersfield, CA 93307
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Pine Ridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

2605 Mount Vernon AveBakersfield, CA 93306
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1820-1880 Quincy St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1820-1880 Quincy St

1820-1880 Quincy StBakersfield, CA 93305
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Pacific Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Terrace

3701 Q StBakersfield, CA 93301

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Auburn Heights
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Auburn Heights

7000 Auburn StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Riverview
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview

4513 Isla Verde StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Caliente Creek
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Caliente Creek

909 Meyer StArvin, CA 93203
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Vintage Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vintage Apartments

10401 San Diego StLamont, CA 93241

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Outer East Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vineyard ApartmentsImmediate move-in available!!2BR,2BA$779
Vintage ApartmentsLook N LEASE1BR,1BA$825
Pacific TerraceLoft1BR,1BA$915
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$937
Sycamore Walk2x12BR,1BA$937
Summerview Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,036
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,085
Park Sorrento1BD, 1BTH A1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1419 Jefferson St3 bed3BR,2BA$0.94
2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street2126 O St2BR,2BA$1.25
Summerset ApartmentsYour New Home Awaits!!!3BR,2BA$1.23
Country Club VistaTwo Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs)2BR,1BA$1.54
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.92
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.08
Vineyard ApartmentsImmediate move-in available!!2BR,2BA$0.86
218 Woodrow Ave, Unit A218 Woodrow Ave2BR,1BA$1.39
Sycamore Walk2x12BR,1BA$1.12
Summerview Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.31

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Outer East Bakersfield, Bakersfield, and the greater Bakersfield area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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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