Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Oaks Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $1,000 (15 Rentals)

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4209 Kilterbury Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

4209 Kilterbury Ln

4209 Kilterbury LnBakersfield, CA 93311
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2213 Cullen Ct
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2213 Cullen Ct

2213 Cullen CtBakersfield, CA 93314

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Edgewater Condominiums
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edgewater Condominiums

8200 Kroll WayBakersfield, CA 93311
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2625 Brookside Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2625 Brookside Dr

2625 Brookside DrBakersfield, CA 93311

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River Oaks, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available River Oaks Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Oaks area of Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 2625 Brookside Dr priced from $1,595. The Springs has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable River Oaks apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2625 Brookside Dr2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1,595
The SpringsLg 2x2 - Two Primary Bedrooms Standard2BR,2BA$1,625
Cambridge Village Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,755
Park Square at Seven OaksThe Loft1BR,1BA$1,795
Liberty Park ApartmentsWashington2BR,2BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Oaks, CA

As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Oaks area is the $1.45 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Masterpiece Parke in the in the Redwood Estates neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value River Oaks apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Jasmine Parke starting at $2,195 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Briarwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Masterpiece Parke3 Bedroom3BR,3.5BA$1.45
Jasmine Parke3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.57
Liberty Park ApartmentsWashington2BR,2BA$1.89
The Springs2B Remodel2BR,2BA$1.79
Cambridge Village Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.04
2625 Brookside Dr2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.97
Park Square at Seven OaksThe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.45

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
River Oaks, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #74

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Oaks Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Oaks Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Oaks is starting from $1,595 at 2625 Brookside Dr.

What is the most affordable River Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap River Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Liberty Park Apartments and starts from $1,995.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.