Cheap Homes for Rent in Kern County, CA from $600 (74 Rentals)

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property at 8716 Hamblen Ct

$900 - $1,300

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 16

8716 Hamblen Ct

ShafterCA93263

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property at 618 Ansol Ln

$1,200

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$1,200
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

618 Ansol Ln

BakersfieldCA93306

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property at 305 North St

$1,300

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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305 North St

TaftCA93268

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Cheapest Available Kern County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kern County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Auburn Vista in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood priced from $441. The Ridge I Apartments in the Southeast Ridgecrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $818. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kern County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Auburn Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$441
The Ridge I Apartments3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$818
Springwood CourtGreat Location!Studio,1BA$883
Coventry Place ApartmentsUpdated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak...2BR,2BA$919
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$937
Desert OasisSpecial: ONLY $500 Deposit & 50% Off First Mont...1BR,1BA$945
Norma Street ApartmentsNorma Street Apts - 50% OFF First Month’s Rent...Studio,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kern County, CA

As of April 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kern County 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 Kern County apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Stine Ridge Townhomes starting at $1,245 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kern County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1419 Jefferson St3 bed3BR,2BA$0.94
Stine Ridge Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Summerset ApartmentsYour New Home Awaits!!!3BR,2BA$1.23
Hacienda Court Apartments2 Bedrooms2BR,2BA$1.21
The Ridge I Apartments3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$0.80
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.92
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.14
2126 O St2126 O St1BR,1BA$1.30
Coventry Place ApartmentsUpdated 2 bedroom 1 bath located in central Bak...2BR,2BA$0.97
Larkspur VillageTwo Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.22

Frequently Asked Questions about Kern County

What type of rentals are currently available in Kern County?

There are currently 1542 Apartments for Rent in Kern County, CA with pricing that ranges from $441 to $2,695. There are also 426 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kern County ranging from $603 to $5,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kern County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kern County ranges from $603 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,904.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kern County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kern County range from $596 to $2,695, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,374.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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