
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 | $1,272 | $1,030 | $2,028 |
Southgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,126 | $772 | $1,423 |
Southgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $959 | $2,200 |
Southgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,400 | $2,500 |
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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 K Street Apartments priced from $959. Sierra Terrace East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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K Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $959 |
Sierra Terrace East | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
The Sunset Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Camellia Village Apartments in the in the Casa Loma neighborhood starting from $1,230. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at K Street Apartments starting at $959 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Tyner Homes 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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Camellia Village Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
K Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Valley Springs | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Serena Vista Apartments LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Park Planz | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Casa Real Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Parkwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Sierra Terrace East | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
The Sunset Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
Furnished Studio-Bakersfield - Chester Lane | Furnished Studio-Bakersfield - Chester Lane | Studio ,1BA | $6.76 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthgate, Bakersfield, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southgate Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southgate?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southgate is at Sierra Terrace East listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment is $1,120 at Park Planz.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southgate Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southgate is starting from $959 at K Street Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Camellia Village Apartments and starts from $1,230.
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