Apartments for Rent in the West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA (293 Rentals)

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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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property at 5805 Commonwealth Ave

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5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

5805 Commonwealth Ave

BakersfieldCA93313
property at 9404 High Oak Dr

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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9404 High Oak Dr

BakersfieldCA93311
property at 3509 Sesame St

$2,100

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 31

3509 Sesame St

BakersfieldCA93309

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West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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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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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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How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA

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

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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 $955 to $1,265 with an average price of $1,105.

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 $2,095 with an average monthly rent of $1,543.

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 $2,595. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,801.

How expensive are West Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 102 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in West Bakersfield on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,450 to $2,795 - averaging $2,039 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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