Cheap Homes for Rent in The Oaks Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $1,300 (6 Rentals)

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2601 Ashe Rd

BakersfieldCA93309

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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 1 Bed unit found at Laurelwood Oaks priced from $1,295. Cedar Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,620. Here are the most affordable The Oaks apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Laurelwood OaksLoft1BR,1BA$1,295
Cedar Oaks2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,620
The Reserve Apartment HomesA1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$1,725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Oaks, CA

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Oaks area is the $1.77 price per square foot 7913 S Laurelglen Blvd Model at 7913 S Laurelglen Blvd, Unit A in the in the Tesoro neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value The Oaks apartment is the 2x2 Model at Old River Place starting at $2,095 with a $2.09 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.
7913 S Laurelglen Blvd, Unit A7913 S Laurelglen Blvd3BR,2.5BA$1.77
Old River Place2x22BR,2BA$2.09
Cedar OaksTown Home2BR,1.5BA$1.89
The Reserve Apartment HomesA1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$2.42
Cambridge Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.40
Laurelwood OaksLoft1BR,1BA$1.99
Mesa Creek ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.32

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
The Oaks, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #68

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Oaks

What type of rentals are currently available in The Oaks?

There are currently 89 Apartments for Rent in The Oaks, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,145 to $2,395. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Oaks ranging from $1,375 to $3,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Oaks?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Oaks ranges from $1,375 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,310.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.