
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA (59 Rentals)


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Pine Brook Apartments

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Laurelwood Oaks

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Sierra Terrace East

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501 Lansing Dr

2700 Barrington ST

4700 Maybrook Ave

2425 Westholme Blvd

8000 Kroll Way

6300 Stockdale Hwy

2917 N Half Moon Dr

4733 Durham Ave

4800 Maybrook Ave

6100 Stockdale Hwy
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7032 Ming Ave

Sierra Apartments

2516 Ashe Rd

1020 Valhalla Dr

5904 Stockdale Hwy

5001 Hunter Ave

4600 Beechwood St

Taylor Pointe North

Stine Country

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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 | $1,101 | $955 | $1,265 |
West Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $1,015 | $1,950 |
| West Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,719 | $1,150 | $2,295 |
| West Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $1,400 | $2,320 |
| West Bakersfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $2,850 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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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 Pine Brook Apartments and is listed at 950 square feet priced from $1,285. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Brook Apartments | 1Bed/1Ba | 950 Sq Ft | $1,285 |
| The Laurel Tree Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 760 Sq Ft | $1,320 |
| Laurelwood Oaks | 1 Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
| Southgreen Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - updated | 750 Sq Ft | $1,215 |
| Watermark Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 725 Sq Ft | $1,645 |
| Ming Garden Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 650 Sq Ft | $1,320 |
| Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,045 |
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 $1,045 at Norwest Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in West Bakersfield is currently $1,418. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,045 |
| Southgreen Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - updated | $1,215 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 1Bed/1Ba | $1,285 |
| The Laurel Tree Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | $1,320 |
| Ming Garden Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | $1,320 |
| Laurelwood Oaks | 1 Bedroom | $1,495 |
| Watermark Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,645 |
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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 $1,045.
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 $1,418.
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 950 square feet unit starting from $1,285 at Pine Brook 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 908 sq ft.
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