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Norwest Apartments
1300 Valhalla DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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Cedarwood Apartments
5101 Belle TerBakersfield, CA 93309
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Terrace West Apartments
1000 McDonald WayBakersfield, CA 93309
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Sierra Terrace East
4419-4425 Belle TerBakersfield, CA 93309
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Columbard
5801 Ming AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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5700 Ming AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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Sand Creek Apartments
3801 Ashe RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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Mesa Creek Apartments
3100 Ashe RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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Westcourte Apartments
7107 Ming AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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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 | $1,127 | $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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Cheapest Available West Bakersfield Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Bakersfield area of Bakersfield, CA is a Studio unit found at Norwest Apartments priced from $955. Sierra Terrace East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable West Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Sierra Terrace East | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Mesa Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Sand Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 1Bed/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,282 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Bakersfield, CA
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Bakersfield area is the $1.76 price per square foot 9704 Portland Rose Ave Model at 9704 Portland Rose Ave, Unit 9704 Portland Rose Ave in the in the Tesoro neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value West Bakersfield apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Boardwalk Luxury Apartments starting at $1,895 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Campus Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Bakersfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9704 Portland Rose Ave, Unit 9704 Portland Rose Ave | 9704 Portland Rose Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Boardwalk Luxury Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Sycamore Creek Village Rental Homes | B Plan - Smart Home | 3BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 2Bed/2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| The Reserve Apartment Homes | B1 Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Mira Sol Gardens Rental Homes | B Plan | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Old River Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| The Laurel Tree Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Laurelwood Oaks | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Mesa Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.32 |
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Best Local Schools in West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA
Buena Vista Elementary
Panama-Buena Vista Union School District
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7 out of 10
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7 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Bakersfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Bakersfield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Bakersfield is at Norwest Apartments listed at $955.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Bakersfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Bakersfield Apartment is $1,050 at Norwest Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Bakersfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Bakersfield is starting from $1,150 at Norwest Apartments.
What is the most affordable West Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sierra Terrace East and starts from $1,400.
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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.
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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Written by: Marie Brown
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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.