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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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Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments
4249 Parker AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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3800 Stine RdBakersfield, CA 93309
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Columbard
5801 Ming AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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Ming Tree Apartments
5601 Ming AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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1000 McDonald WayBakersfield, CA 93309
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Southgreen Apartments
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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Taylor Pointe North
501 Taylor StBakersfield, CA 93309
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Valhalla Village
1100 Valhalla DrBakersfield, CA 93309
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6200 Spice Way
6200 Spice WayBakersfield, CA 93309
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Stockdale Pines Apartments
5301 Lennox AveBakersfield, CA 93309
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Edgewater Condominiums
8200 Kroll WayBakersfield, CA 93311
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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 | $1,120 | $1,000 | $1,265 |
| West Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $1,015 | $2,025 |
| West Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $1,150 | $2,295 |
| West Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,048 | $1,450 | $2,479 |
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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. Westcourte Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable West Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Norwest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Westcourte Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Southgreen Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - updated | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| Stine Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Sand Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Bakersfield, CA
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Bakersfield area is the $1.46 price per square foot 8409 Laborough Dr Model at 8409 Laborough Dr, Unit d in the in the Tesoro neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value West Bakersfield apartment is the 2Bed/2Ba Model at Pine Brook Apartments starting at $1,495 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Stockdale Country Club 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. |
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| 8409 Laborough Dr, Unit d | 8409 Laborough Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 2Bed/2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Stine Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| 7913 S Laurelglen Blvd | 7913 S Laurelglen Blvd | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.77 |
| Welcome to Laurelwood Oaks – Comfortable Living in a Beautiful Community | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Cedar Oaks | Town Home | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
| Camelot Square Apartment | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Southgreen Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - updated | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Sand Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Best Local Schools in West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA
Buena Vista Elementary
Panama-Buena Vista Union School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (713)
6 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 $1,215 at Southgreen 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 $1,245 at Stine Ridge Townhomes.
What is the most affordable West Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Bakersfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stine Ridge Townhomes and starts from $1,445.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.