Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Oaks Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $900 (11 Rentals)

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6200 Spice Way
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6200 Spice Way

6200 Spice WayBakersfield, CA 93309
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Edgewater Condominiums
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edgewater Condominiums

8200 Kroll WayBakersfield, CA 93311
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El Rio Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

El Rio Gardens

100 N El Rio DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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Quailwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Quailwood Apartments

300 Coffee RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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The Oaks, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Oaks Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Oaks area of Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Mesa Creek Apartments priced from $1,450. Laurelwood Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable The Oaks apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesa Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,450
Laurelwood Oaks1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,495
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 The Oaks, CA

As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Oaks area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Mesa Creek Apartments in the in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value The Oaks 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 The Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mesa Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.44
The Reserve Apartment HomesB1 Upstairs2BR,2BA$1.90
Old River Place2x22BR,2BA$2.09
Cedar OaksTown Home2BR,1.5BA$1.89
Laurelwood Oaks1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
Watermark Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.27
Cambridge Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.50

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California, including Bakersfield. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Oaks Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Oaks Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Oaks Apartment is $1,495 at Laurelwood Oaks.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Oaks is starting from $1,450 at Mesa Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable The Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap The Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Watermark Apartment Homes and starts from $1,970.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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