Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (49 Rentals)

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$1,150

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1913 S M St

BakersfieldCA93304

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CityPlace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

CityPlace

1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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The Camellias
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Camellias

1741 Cheatham AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Brundage Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brundage Arms

929 E Brundage LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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Casa Del Sol
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Del Sol

2601 Fremont StBakersfield, CA 93304
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Summer Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Place

3709-3811 Wible RdBakersfield, CA 93309

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Springview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Springview Apartments

2801 Wible RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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King's Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

King's Arms

4101 California AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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Plaza del Real
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza del Real

403 Real RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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Park Planz
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Planz

3135-3139 S H StBakersfield, CA 93304
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Mirage Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mirage Apartments

2601 S Real RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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Cedarvale Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedarvale Apartments

701 Planz RdBakersfield, CA 93304
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Teal Townehouses
2 Bedroom Apartments

Teal Townehouses

4215 Teal StBakersfield, CA 93304
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2209 Planz Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2209 Planz Rd

2209 Planz RdBakersfield, CA 93304
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1919 Lacey St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1919 Lacey St

1919 Lacey StBakersfield, CA 93304
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Southgate, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southgate Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southgate area of Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Coventry Place Apartments priced from $919. Santa Fe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $937. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Coventry Place ApartmentsUpdated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak...2BR,2BA$919
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$937
Casa Real Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,125
Parkwood Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,150
The Rowan ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
Del Pine Terrace1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,250
Serramonte ParkToscana2BR,1BA$1,349

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2811 Dracena St Model at 2811 Dracena St, Unit 2811 Dracena St in the in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the Updated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak... Model at Coventry Place Apartments starting at $919 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Kern City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2811 Dracena St, Unit 2811 Dracena St2811 Dracena St1BR,1BA$1.35
Coventry Place ApartmentsUpdated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak...2BR,2BA$0.97
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.04
Serramonte ParkToscana2BR,1BA$1.57
The Rowan ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.88
Casa Real Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.84
Parkwood Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.92
Del Pine Terrace1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.08

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Southgate, Bakersfield, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Central Bakersfield, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southgate Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southgate?

The cheapest apartment in Southgate is Casa Real Apartments which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in Southgate costs $1,395.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southgate?

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 4 regular apartments in Southgate 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 Southgate?

Cheap apartments in Southgate have an average cost of $549 which is $846 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southgate.

Expert Rental Resources

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Bakersfield Local Expert's Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re moving to California’s magical Central Coast and looking for a place to land that strikes a great balance between affordability and access, make sure you don’t sleep on Bakersfield.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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