
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer NW Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (257 Rentals)
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1203 E 10th St

1313 Bernard St

Springwood Court

3017 Q St

1915 Robinson St

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515 Niles St, Unit Niles Residences

303 El Tejon Ave

Village at Lakeside

2119 Watson St
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Santa Fe

124 Chester Ave

Norwest Apartments

Pacific Terrace

801 Chester Ave

WoodSpring Apartments

2711 Hufft St

Cedarwood Apartments

1311 E 18th St

Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments
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2401 Christmas Tree Ln, Unit 013

3015 Glenwood Pl

Columbard

The Sunset Apartments

Stine Country Apartments

Terrace West Apartments

2601 Columbus St

2601 Columbus St, Unit A200

Del Pine Terrace

Ming Tree Apartments
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1015 L St

606 Wilson Ave

Southgreen Apartments

1518 Palm Dr

119-121 Flower St

1227 Ogden St

104-106 1/2 Fishering Dr

Sunrise Apartments

Casa Real Apartments

1015 Pacific St
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5101 Appleblossom Dr

1330 Kentucky St

Parkwood Apartments

132 Hopkins Ave

Sand Creek Apartments

Park Sorrento

Westcourte Apartments

Mesa Creek Apartments

Harmony Court

3609 Micheli Ct
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Outer NW Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer NW Bakersfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer NW Bakersfield Studio Apartments | $1,113 | $883 | $2,039 |
| Outer NW Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $775 | $2,095 |
| Outer NW Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,627 | $895 | $2,595 |
| Outer NW Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $1,085 | $3,000 |
| Outer NW Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,994 | $1,374 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 257 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer NW Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer NW Bakersfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer NW Bakersfield area of Bakersfield, CA is a Studio unit found at Springwood Court priced from $883. Village at Lakeside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $896. Here are the most affordable Outer NW Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springwood Court | Great Location! | Studio,1BA | $883 |
| Village at Lakeside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $896 |
| Coventry Place Apartments | Updated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak... | 2BR,2BA | $919 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
| Norwest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Pacific Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| WoodSpring Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Cedarwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Stine Country Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer NW Bakersfield, CA
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer NW 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 NW Bakersfield apartment is the 3116 Edmonton St Model at 3116 Edmonton St, Unit A starting at $1,900 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer NW 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 |
| 3116 Edmonton St, Unit A | 3116 Edmonton St | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Northview Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Stine Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 2Bed/2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Southgreen Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 324 Real Rd, Unit 326 South REAL ROAD | 324 Real Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 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 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer NW Bakersfield Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer NW Bakersfield?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer NW Bakersfield is under $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer NW Bakersfield?
The cheapest apartment in Outer NW Bakersfield is Springwood Court which is listed at $922, while the average apartment in Outer NW Bakersfield costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer NW 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 6 regular apartments in Outer NW 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 NW Bakersfield?
Cheap apartments in Outer NW Bakersfield have an average cost of $274 which is $1,726 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer NW Bakersfield.
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