Cheap Homes for Rent in Outer West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $1,000 (8 Rentals)

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4701 Beechwood St

BakersfieldCA93309

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Outer West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

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 Norwest Apartments priced from $955. Cedarwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Outer West Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Norwest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$955
Cedarwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Sierra Terrace EastStudioStudio,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer West Bakersfield, CA

As of November 18, 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 Venola neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Outer West Bakersfield apartment is the A Plan - Smart Home Model at Sycamore Creek Village Rental Homes starting at $2,145 with a $2.11 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Boardwalk Luxury Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.63
Sycamore Creek Village Rental HomesA Plan - Smart Home2BR,2BA$2.11
The Reserve Apartment HomesB2a Downstairs2BR,2BA$1.95
Mira Sol Gardens Rental HomesB Plan2BR,2BA$2.03
Old River Place2x22BR,2BA$1.99
Cedar OaksTown Home2BR,1.5BA$1.89
Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.64
Ming Garden ApartmentsTwo Bed, One Bath2BR,1BA$2.09
Laurelwood OaksLoft1BR,1BA$1.99
Terrace West Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.08

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Outer West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer West Bakersfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Outer West Bakersfield?

There are currently 172 Apartments for Rent in Outer West Bakersfield, CA with pricing that ranges from $955 to $2,295. There are also 103 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer West Bakersfield ranging from $1,050 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Outer West Bakersfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer West Bakersfield ranges from $1,050 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,224.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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A Bakersfield Local Expert's Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re moving to California’s magical Central Coast and looking for a place to land that strikes a great balance between affordability and access, make sure you don’t sleep on Bakersfield.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.