
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westlakes Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $500 (23 Rentals)
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The Grove Apartments

The Place Off Coffee

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8325 White Squall Ln, Unit Riverlakes, Unit Riverlakes

Breakwater Apartments

The Retreat at Riverlakes

Villa Mondavi
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Sablewood Gardens

Oak Park

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Polo Villas

Jasmine Parke

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Masterpiece Parke

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Evansport Place

4519 Polo Jump Ct
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Westlakes, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westlakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westlakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,727 | $1,550 | $1,915 |
| Westlakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,954 | $1,600 | $2,370 |
| Westlakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,253 | $1,850 | $2,565 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Westlakes Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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Cheapest Available Westlakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westlakes area of Bakersfield, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hunter's Glen priced from $1,500. The Grove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Westlakes apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter's Glen | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Oak Park | The Aspen | 2BR,2BA | $1,895 |
| Sablewood Gardens | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,895 |
| The Place Off Coffee | Three Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westlakes, CA
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westlakes area is the $1.45 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Masterpiece Parke in the in the Redwood Estates neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Westlakes apartment is the C1 Downstairs Model at The Retreat at Riverlakes starting at $2,315 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Briarwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westlakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masterpiece Parke | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.45 |
| The Retreat at Riverlakes | C1 Downstairs | 3BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Oak Park | The Aspen | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| The Place Off Coffee | Three Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Breakwater Apartments | 3X2 Downstairs | 3BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Lotus Villas | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Sablewood Gardens | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| The Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Hunter's Glen | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestlakes, Bakersfield, CA
Ranked #23
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westlakes Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Westlakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Westlakes is starting from $1,895 at Oak Park.
What is the most affordable Westlakes Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Westlakes Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Place Off Coffee and starts from $2,000.
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