Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tesoro Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $1,000 (20 Rentals)

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4209 Kilterbury Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

4209 Kilterbury Ln

4209 Kilterbury LnBakersfield, CA 93311
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2902 Gosford Rd
3 Bedroom Apartments

2902 Gosford Rd

2902 Gosford RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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2625 Brookside Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2625 Brookside Dr

2625 Brookside DrBakersfield, CA 93311
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7000-7008 Ming Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

7000-7008 Ming Ave

7000-7008 Ming AveBakersfield, CA 93309

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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

7909 S Laurelglen

7909 S LaurelglenBakersfield, CA 93309
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Edgewater Condominiums
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edgewater Condominiums

8200 Kroll WayBakersfield, CA 93311
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Laurelwood Gardens

7601 Olympia DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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Redwood Glen Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Glen Apartments

7400 N Laurelglen BlvdBakersfield, CA 93309
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Tesoro, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Tesoro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tesoro area of Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Oaks priced from $1,620. Watermark Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,645. Here are the most affordable Tesoro apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cedar Oaks2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,620
Watermark Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,645
The Reserve Apartment HomesB1 Upstairs2BR,2BA$1,905
Cambridge Village Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,950
Old River Place2x22BR,2BA$2,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tesoro, CA

As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tesoro area is the $2.11 price per square foot A Plan - Smart Home Model at Sycamore Creek Village Rental Homes in the in the Tesoro neighborhood starting from $2,145. The second greatest value Tesoro apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Cambridge Village Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Tesoro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tesoro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sycamore Creek Village Rental HomesA Plan - Smart Home2BR,2BA$2.11
Cambridge Village Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.92
The Reserve Apartment HomesB1 Upstairs2BR,2BA$1.90
Old River Place2x22BR,2BA$2.09
Cedar OaksTown Home2BR,1.5BA$1.89
Watermark Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Tesoro, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #88

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Bakersfield, California. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tesoro Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Tesoro Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tesoro is starting from $1,620 at Cedar Oaks.

What is the most affordable Tesoro Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Tesoro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cambridge Village Apartments and starts from $1,950.

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