
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Oaks Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $1,000 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the River Oaks area of Bakersfield.


The Springs

Cambridge Village Apartments

Park Square at Seven Oaks

Villa Mondavi
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Park West at Stockdale River Ranch

Jasmine Parke

Old River Place

Lotus Villas
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9704 Portland Rose Ave, Unit 9704 Portland Rose Ave, Unit 9704 Portland Rose Ave

Masterpiece Parke

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11917 Roaring River Ave

11217 Chiswick Ct
River Oaks, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,719 | $1,485 | $1,975 |
| River Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,877 | $1,670 | $2,315 |
| River Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $1,895 | $2,395 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Oaks Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Cheapest Available River Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Oaks area of Bakersfield, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cambridge Village Apartments priced from $1,610. The Springs has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,620. Here are the most affordable River Oaks apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Village Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,610 |
| The Springs | 1x1 Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
| Liberty Park Apartments | Lincoln | 3BR,2BA | $1,995 |
| Old River Place | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2,095 |
| Lotus Villas | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Oaks, CA
As of May 08, 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 9704 Portland Rose Ave Model at 9704 Portland Rose Ave, Unit 9704 Portland Rose Ave starting at $2,200 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Tesoro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masterpiece Parke | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.45 |
| 9704 Portland Rose Ave, Unit 9704 Portland Rose Ave | 9704 Portland Rose Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Old River Place | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Lotus Villas | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| The Springs | 1x1 Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Cambridge Village Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Oaks, Bakersfield, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Oaks Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Oaks Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Oaks Apartment is $1,610 at Cambridge Village 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 $1,670 at The Springs.
What is the most affordable River Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Old River Place and starts from $2,095.
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