Cheap Homes for Rent in Tesoro Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $1,600 (8 Rentals)

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8000 Kroll Way

BakersfieldCA93311

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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
Cambridge Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tesoro, CA

As of January 12, 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 B1 Upstairs Model at The Reserve Apartment Homes starting at $1,905 with a $1.90 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
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
Cambridge Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.50

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Tesoro, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #92

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tesoro

What type of rentals are currently available in Tesoro?

There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Tesoro, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $2,320. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tesoro ranging from $1,850 to $4,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tesoro ranges from $1,850 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,492.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Bakersfield Local Expert's Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re moving to California’s magical Central Coast and looking for a place to land that strikes a great balance between affordability and access, make sure you don’t sleep on Bakersfield.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.