Cheap Homes for Rent in Southgate Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $900 (5 Rentals)

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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
K Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$959
Sierra Terrace EastStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
The Sunset ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA

As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Camellia Village Apartments in the in the Casa Loma neighborhood starting from $1,149. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the 2131 Park Way Model at 2131 Park Way, Unit A starting at $2,100 with a $2.10 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.14
2131 Park Way, Unit A2131 Park Way2BR,2BA$2.10
Del Pine Terrace1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.54
K Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.23
Valley Springs1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.87
Serena Vista Apartments LLC1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.83
Casa Real Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.84
Parkwood Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.92
Sierra Terrace EastStudioStudio ,1BA$2.44
The Sunset ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.69

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southgate

What type of rentals are currently available in Southgate?

There are currently 266 Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA with pricing that ranges from $772 to $2,450. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southgate ranging from $997 to $4,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southgate?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southgate ranges from $997 to $4,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,868.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southgate?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southgate range from $1,195 to $1,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $4,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,450.

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