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

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1802 Forrest St

BakersfieldCA93304
property at 615 Flower St

615 Flower St

BakersfieldCA93305

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Santa Fe
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Fe

617 Union AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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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 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 Bedroom Apartments

814 17th St

814 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Kristine Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kristine Apartments

2901 Virginia AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Casa Del Sol
Studio Apartments

Casa Del Sol

2601 Fremont StBakersfield, CA 93304
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King Square Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

King Square Apartments

1601 Lotus LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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Pacific Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Terrace

3701 Q StBakersfield, CA 93301
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College Townhouse
2 Bedroom Apartments

College Townhouse

4501 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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CityPlace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

CityPlace

1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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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
2 Bedroom Apartments

Summerwind Villas

1208 Fairview RdBakersfield, CA 93307
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Auburn Heights
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Auburn Heights

7000 Auburn StBakersfield, CA 93306

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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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Riverview
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview

4513 Isla Verde StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Villa La Jolla
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa La Jolla

2601 Columbus StBakersfield, CA 93306
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Summerset Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Summerset Apartments

668 S Camanche DrArvin, 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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Caliente Creek
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Caliente Creek

909 Meyer StArvin, CA 93203

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 Pacific Terrace priced from $775. Camellia Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $937. Here are the most affordable Outer East Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific TerraceLoft1BR,1BA$775
Camellia Village Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$937
K Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$959
College View Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,050
G Street Apartments21151BR,1BA$1,050
Park Sorrento1BD, 1BTH A1BR,1BA$1,175
Sunrise Apartments3BR3BR,2BA$1,224
Shadow Ridge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Bakersfield, CA

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer East Bakersfield area is the $1.54 price per square foot Two Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs) Model at Country Club Vista in the in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood starting from $1,607. The second greatest value Outer East Bakersfield apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs Model at Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes starting at $1,537 with a $1.56 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.
Country Club VistaTwo Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs)2BR,1BA$1.54
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs2BR,1BA$1.56
Sunrise Apartments3BR3BR,2BA$1.26
Serramonte ParkToscana2BR,1BA$1.63
Autumn Glen Apartments2x1 Single Level w/Porch2BR,1BA$1.65
Villa Sienna Apartment HomesMarbella1BR,1.5BA$1.70
2126 O St, Unit 2126 O Street # C2126 O St1BR,1BA$1.25
K Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.23
Camellia Village Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21
2504 Drake St, Unit 25042504 Drake StStudio ,1BA$1.67

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Outer East Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #43

Among neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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!

Getting Around the Outer East Bakersfield Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA

Walk Score®

33 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

32 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

12 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Bakersfield Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Outer East Bakersfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer East Bakersfield is under $1,295.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer East Bakersfield?

The cheapest apartment in Outer East Bakersfield is Pacific Terrace which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Outer East Bakersfield costs $2,300.

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 1 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 $366 which is $1,934 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer East Bakersfield.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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