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2601 Ashe Rd

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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 Mesa Creek Apartments priced from $1,260. Ming Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,320. Here are the most affordable The Oaks apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesa Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,260
Ming Garden ApartmentsOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,320
Laurelwood Oaks1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Oaks, CA

As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Oaks area is the $1.68 price per square foot C1 Upstairs Model at The Reserve Apartment Homes in the in the Tesoro neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value The Oaks apartment is the The Two Bedroom Model at Park Square at Seven Oaks starting at $2,110 with a $1.94 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.
The Reserve Apartment HomesC1 Upstairs3BR,2BA$1.68
Park Square at Seven OaksThe Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.94
Old River Place2x22BR,2BA$2.09
Cedar OaksTown Home2BR,1.5BA$1.89
Mesa Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.67
Laurelwood Oaks1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
Watermark Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.27
Cambridge Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.45
Ming Garden ApartmentsOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$2.03

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
The Oaks, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #55

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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 $2,315. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Oaks ranging from $1,375 to $3,500.

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 $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,435.

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

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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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.