
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA (68 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the West Bakersfield area of Bakersfield that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Ranch West

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Columbard

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Cedarwood Apartments

Norwest Apartments

3509 Sesame St
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12422 Piano Dr

9404 High Oak Dr

11100 Vista Fuego Dr

5115 Snowdrift Ct

8911 Tristania Pl

10006 Blountsville Dr

9244 Hemingway Pl

6008 Cedar Glen Ln

4612 Blomquist Dr

3401 Starwood Ln
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6800 Wilson Rd

5104 Belcrest Ave

9904 Cimarron Trails Dr
5511 Beacon Ridge Ct

4513 Summer Side Ave

11702 Morgan Hill Dr

9506 Orchard Grass Ct

9215 Million Bushel Ave

8905 Autumn Sunset Dr

9505 Chatfield Ct
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5421 Tejon Ridge Ct

6309 Lost Peak Ct

7209 Conduit St

11512 Marazion Hill Ct

5720 Woodard Ridge Dr

11917 Roaring River Ave

14 Claudia Autumn Dr

8805 Landover Ln

11308 Marazion Hill Ct

11217 Chiswick Ct
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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 | $1,121 | $955 | $1,265 |
| West Bakersfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $1,015 | $2,095 |
| West Bakersfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $1,150 | $2,595 |
| West Bakersfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $1,450 | $2,695 |
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There are currently 68 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Bakersfield Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Most Pet Friendly West Bakersfield Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the West Bakersfield area of Bakersfield, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Laurel Tree Apartments with prices starting from $1,535 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.8 of 4. Pine Brook Apartments scores the second highest with a 3.2 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,495. Here are the most Pet Friendly West Bakersfield apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Laurel Tree Apartments | 3.8/4 | Park Stockdale | $1,535 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 3.2/4 | Wible Orchard | $1,495 |
| Parker Avenue Townhouse Apartments | 3/4 | Wible Orchard | $1,030 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in West Bakersfield
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the West Bakersfield of West Bakersfield is the Studio Model at Cedarwood Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,000. The second cheapest West Bakersfield Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 1 Bed unit at Norwest Apartments starting at $1,045. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly West Bakersfield apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Cedarwood Apartments | Studio | $1,000 |
| Norwest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,045 |
| Terrace West Apartments | Studio | $1,050 |
| Sand Creek Apartments | Studio | $1,145 |
| Southgreen Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/Den | $1,365 |
| Pine Brook Apartments | 2Bed/2Ba | $1,495 |
| Cambridge Village Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,595 |
| Watermark Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | $1,970 |
| Boardwalk Luxury Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $1,995 |
| Old River Place | 2x2 | $2,095 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA
Ranked #4
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA
Buena Vista Elementary
Earl Warren Junior High
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Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with children? West Bakersfield is now ranked as a good submarket for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets 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 having the best education available.
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to parks and outdoor amenities is a must-have. This neighborhood is a highly-rated residential area for its the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Dog and cat owners, listen up! this area of Bakersfield ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly West Bakersfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in West Bakersfield?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in West Bakersfield is at Norwest Apartments listed at $955.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly West Bakersfield Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in West Bakersfield is $1,634.
What is the largest Pet Friendly West Bakersfield Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in West Bakersfield is a 1,429 square feet unit starting from $1,995 at Boardwalk Luxury Apartments.
What is the average size for West Bakersfield Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in West Bakersfield is currently at 698 sq ft.
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