
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA (48 Rentals)


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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 |
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West Bakersfield Studio Apartments | $1,127 | $1,000 | $1,225 |
West Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,533 | $1,020 | $1,960 |
West Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $1,250 | $2,300 |
West Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,125 | $1,400 | $3,000 |
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Largest Available West Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the West Bakersfield area of Bakersfield, CA is found at The Laurel Tree Apartments and is listed at 760 square feet priced from $1,317. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Laurel Tree Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 760 Sq Ft | $1,317 |
Park Square at Seven Oaks | The Loft | 758 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
Laurelwood Oaks | 1 Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
Watermark Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 725 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Sierra Terrace East | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 530 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
Cheapest Available West Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit West Bakersfield of Bakersfield, CA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model starting from $1,050 at Norwest Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in West Bakersfield is currently $1,533. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,050 |
Sierra Terrace East | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,150 |
Laurelwood Oaks | Loft | $1,295 |
The Laurel Tree Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | $1,317 |
Park Square at Seven Oaks | The Loft | $1,795 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom West Bakersfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in West Bakersfield with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in West Bakersfield is at Norwest Apartments listed at $1,050.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom West Bakersfield Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in West Bakersfield is $1,533.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom West Bakersfield Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Bakersfield is a 760 square feet unit starting from $1,317 at The Laurel Tree Apartments.
What is the average size for West Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in West Bakersfield is currently 680 sq ft.
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