
Apartments for Rent in the West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA (345 Rentals)


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6708 Plaquemines Dr

2600 Brookside Dr, Unit 161

8415 Laborough Dr

701 Deseret Way

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West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Bakersfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Bakersfield Studio Apartments | $1,140 | $965 | $1,280 |
| West Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,835 | $1,015 | $2,595 |
| West Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,011 | $1,095 | $2,595 |
| West Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $1,450 | $2,695 |
| West Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,008 | $3,099 | $10,000+ |
How much does it cost to rent a home in West Bakersfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,028 | $1,650 | $2,850 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,441 | $1,500 | $4,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,824 | $1,300 | $3,500 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $3,607 | $3,249 | $4,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA
Ranked #5
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA
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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
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the West Bakersfield area of Bakersfield, CA?
As of today, September 09, 2026, there are currently 345 available West Bakersfield apartments priced from $965 to $12,918, with an average monthly rent of $2,015.
How much are Studio apartments in West Bakersfield?
There are currently 29 Studio Apartments in West Bakersfield with rent ranges from $965 to $1,280 with an average price of $1,140.
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 $1,835.
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 $1,095 to $2,595. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,011.
How expensive are West Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 109 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in West Bakersfield on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,450 to $2,695 - averaging $2,051 for the location.
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