
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Golden Hills, CA from $441 (35 Rentals)
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21055 Santa Barbara Dr

Auburn Vista

Sycamore Walk

515 Niles St

Village at Lakeside

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Pacific Terrace
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20121 W Valley Blvd
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21629 Golden Star Blvd

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21410 Golden Hills Blvd, Unit B

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21239 Madre St, Unit Apartment

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Terra Vista at Tejon Ranch

1419 Jefferson St

Country Club Vista

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3448 Glendower St
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8306 Panama Rd

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Golden Hills, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Golden Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Hills Studio Apartments | $1,017 | $896 | $1,250 |
| Golden Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,479 | $441 | $1,975 |
| Golden Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,609 | $507 | $2,295 |
| Golden Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,840 | $596 | $2,425 |
| Golden Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $1,374 | $1,374 |
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Cheapest Available Golden Hills Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Golden Hills, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Auburn Vista in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood priced from $441. Village at Lakeside in the Venola neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $896. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Golden Hills apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $441 |
| Village at Lakeside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $896 |
| Santa Fe Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
| Pacific Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Casa Real Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Rowan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Serena Vista Apartments LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Park Sorrento | One Bedroom One Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Serramonte Park | Toscana | 2BR,1BA | $1,349 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Golden Hills, CA and Nearby
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Golden Hills area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3 bed Model at 1419 Jefferson St in the in the East Bakersfield neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Golden Hills apartment is the Two Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs) Model at Country Club Vista starting at $1,610 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Golden Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1419 Jefferson St | 3 bed | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Country Club Vista | Two Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs) | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 21239 Madre St, Unit Apartment | 21239 Madre St | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 21410 Golden Hills Blvd, Unit B | 21410 Golden Hills Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Valley Springs | Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Santa Fe Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Serramonte Park | Toscana | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| Serena Vista Apartments LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Golden Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Golden Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Golden Hills is at Village at Lakeside listed at $896.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Golden Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Golden Hills Apartment is $441 at Auburn Vista.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Golden Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Golden Hills is starting from $507 at Auburn Vista.
What is the most affordable Golden Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Golden Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Auburn Vista and starts from $596.
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