Apartments For Rent in Bakersfield, CA
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PET FRIENDLY$1,850 - $2,175/mo
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Bakersfield, CA 93314
SPECIAL OFFER$1,699 - $1,825/mo2 Beds1 BathTyner Ranch Townhomes | 4819 La Posta St #4801-A,
Bakersfield, CA 93307
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,325 - $1,599/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsVantage Point Apartments | 6001 Auburn St #213,
Bakersfield, CA 93306
$1,295 - $1,775/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsRaintree Garden Apartments | 5051 Ming Ave #59,
Bakersfield, CA 93309
PET FRIENDLY$1,795 - $1,875/mo2 Beds2 BathsLaurelwood West Villas | 7601 Olympia Dr #6721D,
Bakersfield, CA 93309
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,595 - $1,950/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsCambridge Village Apartments | 8200 N Laurelglen Blvd #1-1406,
Bakersfield, CA 93311
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PET FRIENDLY$1,650 - $2,000/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsBreakwater Apartments | 3900 Riverlakes Dr #7F,
Bakersfield, CA 93312
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PET FRIENDLY$1,875 - $1,975/mo1 Bed1 BathPark West at Stockdale River Ranch | 250 S Heath Rd #1005,
Bakersfield, CA 93314
PET FRIENDLY$2,195 - $2,395/mo2-3 Beds2 BathsLotus Villas Apartments | 10720 Brimhall Rd #d13294e93,
Bakersfield, CA 93312
PET FRIENDLY$2,095 - $2,295/mo2-3 Beds2 BathsOld River Place | 9707 Sherborne Ave #9800-C,
Bakersfield, CA 93311
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$1,220 - $1,545/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsVernon Vista Townhomes | 2401 Eric Way #E-33,
Bakersfield, CA 93306
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$1,425 - $1,600/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsPanorama Pines Apartments | 4841 Columbus St #2B-1Ba-990Sqft,
Bakersfield, CA 93306
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What Locals Say about Bakersfield
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Bakersfield: easygoing, affordable living, quick commutes, and active, close-knit blocks. People like quiet, family vibes, easy drives, parks, dog walks, and nearby shops. They dislike homeless camps, stray dogs, theft, speeding, and missing sidewalks.
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Types of apartment in Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield apartments range from older garden-style buildings to newer stucco complexes with gated entries, carports, and small courtyards. Near Downtown, Oleander, Westchester, and East Bakersfield, you can still find 1920s to 1950s rentals with brick details, shaded porches, and a few small apartment buildings mixed in with houses for rent. Interiors in these older places often include hardwood floors, built-ins, and smaller closets. Many apartments in central Bakersfield trade newer finishes for larger rooms and mature trees.On the west side near Seven Oaks, Stockdale, and CSU Bakersfield, apartments often look newer and lower-density, with tan stucco exteriors, tile roofs, wider parking lots, and pool areas. Farther north in Rosedale and around the Riverlakes area, many rentals are in newer apartment communities and single-story houses with attached garages. In the southwest, near The Marketplace and along Ming Avenue, apartments can sit close to shopping and major roads. In the south and southeast, around South Bakersfield and near Valley Plaza, you can find older duplexes, smaller apartment courts, and houses for rent with simpler exteriors and less storage.
Getting around Bakersfield, CA
GET, the local bus service, covers much of Bakersfield, with routes through Downtown, along Ming Avenue, and out toward the southwest. Driving is the main way renters get around, and roads like Highway 99, Rosedale Highway, and Stockdale Highway connect big parts of the city. Parking is common at many apartments. Walking works better near Downtown and The Marketplace. Biking can work on flatter streets, but distances between areas are often long.Living in Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield is known for live music, country history, and a strong car culture. You can catch shows at the Fox Theater, see local history at the Kern County Museum, or spend time at River Walk Park and The Park at River Walk. Work in oil, agriculture, logistics, healthcare, and county government shapes where people rent. Many apartments near major shopping streets also sit close to restaurants and service jobs.Average Rent Trends in Bakersfield, CA
Rent in Bakersfield, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Nov 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $1,890 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,906 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,975 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,900 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,975 |
| Nov 2025 | $2,000 |
| Dec 2025 | $2,000 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,999 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,938 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,850 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,922 |
| May 2026 | $1,875 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Townhomes were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Apartments and Condos and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,150 | $1,400 | $2,200 | $2,699 | $1,875 |
| Townhomes | $1,141 | $1,385 | $1,550 | $2,750 | $1,400 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,195 | $1,400 | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,400 |
| Houses | $1,450 | $1,495 | $2,300 | $2,700 | $2,475 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Bakersfield, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Bakersfield, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Bakersfield, CA is $1,347 per month. This is about 30% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Bakersfield, CA?The average rent of a house in Bakersfield, CA is $2,475 per month. This is about 28% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Bakersfield, CA?The average rent of a townhome in Bakersfield, CA is $1,400 per month. This is about 27% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Bakersfield, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Bakersfield, CA was lowest in Mar 2025 when it was $1,850 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Bakersfield, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Bakersfield, CA was highest in Nov 2025 when it was $2,000 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Bakersfield, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Bakersfield, CA is $1,150 per month. That is about $200 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Bakersfield, CA?There are 786 available rental listings in Bakersfield, CA.
- What are some neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA?Some neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA include: Oleander Sunset, Rio Bravo, Lakeview, Laurelglen, Benton Park.
- What are some zip codes in Bakersfield, CA?
- What are some cities near Bakersfield, CA?Some nearby cities include: Old River, Pumpkin Center, Rexland Acres, La Cresta - Altavista, Hillcrest. These cities may have more rental options to explore.