Apartments for Rent in the West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA (208 Rentals)

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Bakersfield's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Bakersfield and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Shannon Hilson

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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3109 Edmonton St

BakersfieldCA93309

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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4209 Kilterbury Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

4209 Kilterbury Ln

4209 Kilterbury LnBakersfield, CA 93311
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8409 Laborough Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8409 Laborough Dr

8409 Laborough DrBakersfield, CA 93311
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6200 Stine Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

6200 Stine Rd

6200 Stine RdBakersfield, CA 93313
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4804 Maybrook Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

4804 Maybrook Ave

4804 Maybrook AveBakersfield, CA 93313
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4800 Maybrook Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4800 Maybrook Ave

4800 Maybrook AveBakersfield, CA 93313

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

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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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Learn How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit from the Renter University at AparmentHomeLiving.com.

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West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Southwest Bakersfield. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have children when you rent. Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Bakersfield, this residential area has established a name for itself as one of our favorite neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and more.

Outdoors Rating

Love nice outdoor spaces? West Bakersfield has risen to be providing top-rated access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood is one of the finest luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, proximity to great shopping areas, gardens, nearby parks, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have pets? This area has come to be one of the best-regarded neighborhoods for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about West Bakersfield

How much are Studio apartments in West Bakersfield?

There are currently 30 Studio Apartments in West Bakersfield with rent ranges from $1,000 to $1,265 with an average price of $1,092.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom West Bakersfield Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in West Bakersfield ranges from $1,015 to $2,595 with an average monthly rent of $1,433.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in West Bakersfield cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in West Bakersfield range from $1,150 to $2,295. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,708.

How expensive are West Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 106 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in West Bakersfield on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,400 to $2,395 - averaging $2,014 for the location.

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.