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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South San Lauren?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South San Lauren Studio Apartments | $1,162 | $825 | $1,499 |
South San Lauren 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $750 | $1,910 |
South San Lauren 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,792 | $1,005 | $2,195 |
South San Lauren 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,939 | $1,136 | $2,395 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South San Lauren Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South San Lauren, CA
As of May 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the South San Lauren area is the $1.49 price per square foot The Sequoia Model at Oak Park in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $2,330. The second greatest value South San Lauren apartment is the The Sequoia Model at The Grove Apartments starting at $2,215 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Briarwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South San Lauren apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Oak Park | The Sequoia | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
The Grove Apartments | The Sequoia | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Jasmine Parke | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
The Villas at Scenic River | The Siena | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.01 |
The Retreat at Riverlakes | A2 Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Breakwater Apartments | 2X2 Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
The Place Off Coffee | One Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
Whispering Meadows Apartments and Suites | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Springwood Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Furnished Studio-Bakersfield - Chester Lane | Furnished Studio-Bakersfield - Chester Lane | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth San Lauren, Bakersfield, CA
Ranked #16
Among neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South San Lauren, Bakersfield, CA
Fruitvale Junior High
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South San Lauren, Bakersfield, and the greater Bakersfield area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the South San Lauren Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA
Walk Score®
37 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
3 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South San Lauren Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South San Lauren?
The cheapest apartment in South San Lauren is Springwood Court Apartments which is listed at $863, while the average apartment in South San Lauren costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South San Lauren?
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 2 regular apartments in South San Lauren 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 South San Lauren?
Cheap apartments in South San Lauren have an average cost of $412 which is $1,588 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South San Lauren.
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