Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA (310 Rentals)

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property at 2901 S K St
$2,075

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Base Rent$2,075
Total Monthly Price$2,075
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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2901 S K St

BakersfieldCA93304

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

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property at 8215 Lush Pl
$2,400

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Base Rent$2,400
Total Monthly Price$2,400
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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8215 Lush Pl

BakersfieldCA93311
property at 2415 Hughes Ln
$1,395

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Base Rent$1,395
Total Monthly Price$1,395
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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2415 Hughes Ln

BakersfieldCA93304
property at 1725 Buena Vista St
$1,595

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Base Rent$1,595
Total Monthly Price$1,595
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1725 Buena Vista St

BakersfieldCA93304
property at 2607 California Ave
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000
Total Monthly Price$2,000
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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2607 California Ave

BakersfieldCA93304

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property at 1917 Orange St
$875
1 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 7
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1917 Orange St

BakersfieldCA93304

Bakersfield's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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property at 2010-2012 S I St
$1,100 - $1,500
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 12
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2010-2012 S I St

BakersfieldCA93304

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

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property at 211 H St
$995 - $2,000
2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals
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211 H St

BakersfieldCA93304

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Southgate, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southgate, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #61

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including Southgate, Bakersfield, and the greater Bakersfield area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with children, location matters. Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Bakersfield, this section of town has a reputation as one of the best-regarded communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and more.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood is one of our preferred upscale communities in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, on-site concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer tile or hardwood floors, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Frequently Asked Questions about Southgate

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Southgate area of Bakersfield, CA?

As of today, September 10, 2026, there are currently 310 available Southgate apartments priced from $740 to $1,800, with an average monthly rent of $1,280.

How much are Studio apartments in Southgate?

There are currently 33 Studio Apartments in Southgate with rent ranges from $740 to $1,529 with an average price of $1,150.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southgate Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southgate ranges from $875 to $1,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,081.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southgate cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southgate range from $937 to $1,649. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,346.

How expensive are Southgate Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 67 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southgate on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,085 to $1,800 - averaging $1,482 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.