
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverlakes Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $500 (4 Rentals)
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Riverlakes, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverlakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverlakes Studio Apartments | $883 | $883 | $883 |
| Riverlakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $794 | $1,890 |
| Riverlakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,969 | $1,600 | $2,550 |
| Riverlakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,159 | $1,850 | $2,565 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverlakes Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverlakes, CA
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverlakes area is the $1.76 price per square foot The Aspen Model at Oak Park in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $2,215. The second greatest value Riverlakes apartment is the B2 Upstairs Model at The Retreat at Riverlakes starting at $1,965 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Briarwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverlakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park | The Aspen | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| The Retreat at Riverlakes | B2 Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Polo Villas | The Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Hunter's Glen | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| The Place Off Coffee | One Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Breakwater Apartments | 1X1 Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| The Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| The Villas at Scenic River, A 55+ Community | The Capri | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Harmony Court | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Springwood Court | Great Location! | Studio ,1BA | $2.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverlakes Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverlakes?
The cheapest apartment in Riverlakes is Harmony Court which is listed at $794, while the average apartment in Riverlakes costs $2,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverlakes?
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 Riverlakes 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 Riverlakes?
Cheap apartments in Riverlakes have an average cost of $549 which is $1,551 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverlakes.
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