Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $700 (24 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Bakersfield area of Bakersfield.

property at 600 Hosking Ave

$1,575 - $1,850

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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600 Hosking Ave

BakersfieldCA93307

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property at 4005 Asino Ave

$2,250

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$2,250
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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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4005 Asino Ave

BakersfieldCA93313

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vintage Apartments

10401 San Diego StLamont, CA 93241
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South Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Bakersfield Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Village at LakesideStudioStudio,1BA$896
Terra Vista at Tejon RanchA11BR,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bakersfield, CA

As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bakersfield area is the $2.71 price per square foot A1.1 Model at Terra Vista at Tejon Ranch in the in the Outer East Bakersfield neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value South Bakersfield apartment is the Studio Model at Village at Lakeside starting at $896 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Venola neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Terra Vista at Tejon RanchA1.11BR,1BA$2.71
Village at LakesideStudioStudio ,1BA$2.06

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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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South Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bakersfield Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bakersfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bakersfield Apartment is $1,550 at Terra Vista at Tejon Ranch.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Bakersfield Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Bakersfield is starting from $1,875 at Terra Vista at Tejon Ranch.

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Top Student-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities Near Bakersfield

Written by: Shannon Hilson

College life is naturally about a lot more than classes, textbooks, and degrees. At its best, it’s also an unforgettable experience, and where you hang your hat at the end of your day plays a huge role in that.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.