
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer NW Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $439 (78 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer NW Bakersfield area of Bakersfield.


Sycamore Walk

1718 22nd St

1917 Orange St

Springwood Court

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515 Niles St, Unit Niles Residences

515 Niles St

Village at Lakeside

1421 El Rancho Dr

1317 Bernard St
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1909 Kentucky St

700 Knotts St

Santa Fe Apartments

124 Chester Ave

1210 Oregon St

3015 Glenwood Pl

Norwest Apartments

1018 Wilson Ave

1303 Bernard St

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411 K St, Unit A
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WoodSpring Apartments

2711 Hufft St

Cedarwood Apartments

104-106 1/2 Fishering Dr

813 Kentucky St

2737 Monterey St

1500 Hurrle Ave

CityPlace
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Panorama Pointe

814 17th St

Brundage Arms

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The Meadows
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King Square Apartments

132 L Street

College Townhouse

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Valhalla Village

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Noel Studios

1-bedroom apartment with vintage charm!
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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 | $1,103 | $740 | $1,529 |
| Outer NW Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $850 | $2,595 |
| Outer NW Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $754 | $2,595 |
| Outer NW Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,997 | $1,085 | $2,695 |
| Outer NW Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,240 | $1,374 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 78 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 132 L Street priced from $750. Springwood Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $883. Here are the most affordable Outer NW Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 132 L Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| 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 Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
| Apartment for Rent on 1415 11th Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| 7alc2003 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Riverview | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Pacific Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer NW Bakersfield, CA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer NW Bakersfield area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at 034-220-226 STINE RD in the in the Kern City neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Outer NW Bakersfield apartment is the 3 bed Model at 1419 Jefferson St starting at $1,600 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the East Bakersfield 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 034-220-226 STINE RD | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| 1419 Jefferson St | 3 bed | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Westchester Townhouses | 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
| Stine Ridge Townhomes | 3BR | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| M13- 2820 N. HALFMOON DR. | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 2Bed/2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| 3600 N. Chester Ave. | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Coventry Place Apartments | Updated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak... | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Santa Fe Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Apartment for Rent on 1415 11th Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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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 $995.
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 $1,600.
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 5 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 $229 which is $1,371 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer NW Bakersfield.
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