Apartments for Rent in the West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA (200 Rentals)

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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
Studio 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
Studio 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
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6104 Stine Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

6104 Stine Rd

6104 Stine RdBakersfield, CA 93313
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4700 Maybrook Ave
Studio Apartments

4700 Maybrook Ave

4700 Maybrook AveBakersfield, CA 93313
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Summerfield Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summerfield Place

6300 Summerfield DrBakersfield, CA 93313
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Cedar Oaks
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Oaks

3300 Gosford RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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7909 S Laurelglen
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

7909 S Laurelglen

7909 S LaurelglenBakersfield, CA 93309

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2902 Gosford Rd
Studio Apartments

2902 Gosford Rd

2902 Gosford RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA

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Among neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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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 24 Studio Apartments in West Bakersfield with rent ranges from $1,000 to $1,225 with an average price of $1,124.

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 $1,020 to $1,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,491.

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 $1,245 to $2,285. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,800.

How expensive are West Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 68 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in West Bakersfield on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,400 to $3,000 - averaging $2,172 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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.