Cheap Homes for Rent in Southgate Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $1,100 (11 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 1 Bed unit found at Casa Real Apartments priced from $1,125. Parkwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Casa Real Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,125
Parkwood Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,150
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,329
Serramonte ParkToscana2BR,1BA$1,349
Del Pine Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,465

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA

As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Camellia Village Apartments in the in the Tyner Homes neighborhood starting from $1,329. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Del Pine Terrace starting at $1,465 with a $1.47 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.
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.32
Del Pine Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.47
Valley SpringsTownhouse2BR,1BA$1.88
Serramonte ParkToscana2BR,1BA$1.57
Casa Real Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.84
Parkwood Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.92
Furnished Studio-Bakersfield - Chester LaneFurnished Studio-Bakersfield - Chester LaneStudio ,1BA$5.60

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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 $2,500. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southgate ranging from $1,100 to $2,995.

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 $1,100 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,942.

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 $2,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,450.

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