
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (7 Rentals)
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Southgate, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southgate?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southgate Studio Apartments | $1,281 | $1,060 | $1,499 |
Southgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,040 | $772 | $1,315 |
Southgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $937 | $1,792 |
Southgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $1,085 | $2,100 |
Southgate 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $1,374 | $1,374 |
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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 Santa Fe priced from $937. Plaza del Real has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
Plaza del Real | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Casa Real Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA
As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2811 Dracena St Model at 2811 Dracena St, Unit 2811 dracena in the in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the 515 Wallace St Model at 515 Wallace St, Unit A starting at $2,000 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2811 Dracena St, Unit 2811 dracena | 2811 Dracena St | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
515 Wallace St, Unit A | 515 Wallace St | 3BR,2BA | $1.82 |
Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Camellia Village Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
Del Pine Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Serramonte Park | Toscana | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Casa Real Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Parkwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
1702 Shamrock Way, Unit 6 | 1702 Shamrock Way | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
20 H St, Unit Apt B | 20 H St | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthgate, Bakersfield, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Southgate Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
18 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southgate Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southgate?
The cheapest apartment in Southgate is Plaza del Real which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in Southgate costs $1,524.
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 $747 which is $777 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southgate.
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