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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1814 3rd St

BakersfieldCA93304
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1316 H St, Unit 8
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1316 H St, Unit 8

1316 H StBakersfield, CA 93301
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$1,245

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505 33rd St

BakersfieldCA93301

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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 1 Bed unit found at Auburn Vista priced from $441. Village at Lakeside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $896. Here are the most affordable Outer East Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Auburn Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$441
Village at LakesideStudioStudio,1BA$896
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$937
Pacific TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$995
The Rowan ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Serena Vista Apartments LLC1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,300
Park SorrentoOne Bedroom One Bath B1BR,1BA$1,325
Serramonte ParkToscana2BR,1BA$1,349

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Bakersfield, CA

As of July 16, 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 Two Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs) Model at Country Club Vista starting at $1,610 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Solera at Kern Canyon 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
Country Club VistaTwo Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs)2BR,1BA$1.54
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs2BR,1BA$1.51
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.04
Valley SpringsTownhouse2BR,1BA$1.78
Serramonte ParkToscana2BR,1BA$1.57
Shadow Ridge Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath - Upstairs / Downstairs2BR,1BA$1.74
Villa Sienna Apartment HomesMarbella1BR,1.5BA$1.70
1316 H St, Unit 81316 H St1BR,1BA$1.54
515 Niles St, Unit Niles Residences515 Niles St1BR,1BA$1.79

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer East Bakersfield?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer East Bakersfield is at Village at Lakeside listed at $896.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Bakersfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Bakersfield Apartment is $441 at Auburn Vista.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer East Bakersfield Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer East Bakersfield is starting from $507 at Auburn Vista.

What is the most affordable Outer East Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer East Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Auburn Vista and starts from $596.

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.

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