
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $600 (14 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Outer West Bakersfield area of Bakersfield.


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Outer West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer West Bakersfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Outer West Bakersfield Studio Apartments | $1,108 | $1,030 | $1,225 |
Outer West Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $1,100 | $1,885 |
Outer West Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,829 | $1,245 | $2,300 |
Outer West Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,104 | $1,400 | $2,410 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer West Bakersfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer West Bakersfield area of Bakersfield, CA is a Studio unit found at Sierra Terrace East priced from $1,050. Columbard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Outer West Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sierra Terrace East | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Columbard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Ming Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Mesa Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
Sand Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer West Bakersfield, CA
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer West Bakersfield area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Boardwalk Luxury Apartments in the in the Campus Park neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Outer West Bakersfield apartment is the 7913 S Laurelglen Blvd Model at 7913 S Laurelglen Blvd, Unit A starting at $1,950 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Tesoro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer West Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Boardwalk Luxury Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
7913 S Laurelglen Blvd, Unit A | 7913 S Laurelglen Blvd | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.77 |
Pine Brook Apartments | 2Bed/2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Cambridge Village Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.89 |
Old River Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
Mira Sol Gardens Rental Homes | B Plan | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
5909 Nogal Ave, Unit Second Floor C | 5909 Nogal Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Mesa Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Sand Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
Laurelwood Oaks | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Outer West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA
Buena Vista Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Outer West Bakersfield Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA
Walk Score®
6 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
32 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer West Bakersfield Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer West Bakersfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer West Bakersfield Apartment is $1,150 at Sierra Terrace East.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer West Bakersfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer West Bakersfield is starting from $1,250 at Sierra Terrace East.
What is the most affordable Outer West Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outer West Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sierra Terrace East and starts from $1,400.
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