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    7631 Calloway Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93314
    1 BED $1,845
    2 BEDS $2,250
    3 BEDS $2,495
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    Jerno Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93313
    2 BEDS $2,035+
    3 BEDS $2,185
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    3900 Riverlakes Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312
    1 BED $1,670
    2 BEDS $1,715
    3 BEDS $2,000
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    1001 18Th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301
    2 BEDS $2,280
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    5601 Coffee Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308
    1 BED $1,770
    2 BEDS $1,990
    3 BEDS $2,300
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    6001 Auburn St., Bakersfield, CA 93306
    1 BED $1,450
    2 BEDS $1,575
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    3535 S H. Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304
    2 BEDS $1,399
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    5200 Old Farm Road, Bakersfield, CA 93312
    2 BEDS $2,320+
    3 BEDS $2,520+
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    11200 Harris Road, Bakersfield, CA 93311
    1 BED $1,805
    2 BEDS $2,015
    3 BEDS $2,340
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    7115 Landing Cove St Unit A, Bakersfield, CA 93313
    2 BEDS $2,245+
    3 BEDS $2,365
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    400 White Ln, Bakersfield, CA 93307
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,541
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    5900 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309
    1 BED $1,325
    2 BEDS $1,595
    3 BEDS $1,795
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    6200 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309
    1 BED $1,325
    2 BEDS $1,595
    3 BEDS $1,795
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    11325 Park Square Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311
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    4201 Jewetta Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312
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    1054 Washington St., Bakersfield, CA 93307
    2 BEDS $866
    3 BEDS $773+
    4 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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    3631 California A,B,C,D HOLD., Bakersfield, CA 93301
    STUDIO $1,400+
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    250 South Heath Road, Bakersfield, CA 93314
    1 BED $1,970+
    2 BEDS $2,239+
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    406 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301
    2 BEDS $2,500
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    1100 Mondavi Way, Bakersfield, CA 93312
    1 BED $1,610
    2 BEDS $1,825
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    6206 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309
    1 BED $1,325
    2 BEDS $1,625
    3 BEDS $1,795
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    13610 Foyers Falls Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93314
    3 BEDS $2,200
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    1629 Lotus Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93307
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    2 BEDS $1,060
    3 BEDS $1,290+
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    617 Union Avenue- Ste. 1000, Bakersfield, CA 93307
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    5705 Giocondo AVE, Bakersfield, CA 93311
    3 BEDS $2,500
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Average rent in Bakersfield, CA

$1,549/mo Bakersfield, CA average rental price, May 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Bakersfield, CA is $1,549.

    Bakersfield, CA apartment rent ranges

    About 35% of apartment rents in Bakersfield, CA range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 15% of apartments. Around 42% of Bakersfield’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 7% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 1% of apartment rentals in Bakersfield are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.

    Bakersfield, CA rent trends

    Check out the average rent prices in Bakersfield by neighborhood.

    Compared to the national average rent of $1,761, the average rent in Bakersfield, CA is $1,549.

    Getting around in Bakersfield, CA

    64 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    38 /100
    Some Transit
    54 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 64, Transit Score®: 38, Bike Score®: 54

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Bakersfield, CA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Bakersfield, CA were last updated on 20 Jun 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Bakersfield, CA?

    The best apartments in Bakersfield, CA are: Cielo at Calloway, Mira Sol Gardens Rental Homes, Breakwater Apartments, 17th Place Townhomes and The Retreat at Riverlakes.

    What is the average rent in Bakersfield, CA?

    The average rent in Bakersfield, CA is $1,544.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Bakersfield, CA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Bakersfield, CA is between $995 and $2,500.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Bakersfield, CA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Bakersfield, CA is between $760 and $1,910.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Bakersfield, CA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Bakersfield, CA is between $866 and $2,500.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Bakersfield, CA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Bakersfield, CA is between $773 and $3,300.

    What type of rental buildings are in Bakersfield, CA?

    In Bakersfield 40% of the housing is rented out compared to 60% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 11% of Bakersfield’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 45% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 41% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Bakersfield, CA?

    The average age of rental buildings in Bakersfield is 33 years old, with 27% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 2 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Bakersfield, CA?

    Rental apartments in Bakersfield come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 6% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 28% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 50% of all rentals in Bakersfield. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

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    Living in Bakersfield, CA

    Living in location

    Bakersfield is a mid-sized city in the southern San Joaquin Valley with the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the east and the Tehachapi Mountains to the west. Horse shows, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, biking, skiing, museums, and performances from international acts at the Spectrum Amphitheatre and Mechanics Bank Arena are just a small part of what makes renting in Bakersfield so highly desirable. The local economy - based on agriculture, manufacturing, and petroleum extraction and refinement - attracts young professionals; college students from California State University-Bakersfield and Bakersfield College; and renting families. World-class cuisines - ranging from Mexican and Italian to Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Korean, Indian and Mediterranean - are all available. Renters would recommend restaurants like Woolgrowers, Pyrenees Cafe, Luigi's, Nuestro Mexico and Punjabi Dhaba. The Bakersfield School District provides renters with ample educational opportunities.

    Bakersfield's cultural life is further enriched by its music heritage, famously known as the birthplace of the Bakersfield Sound. This city offers renters a thriving arts scene with live music venues that showcase both local and visiting talent. Outdoor enthusiasts revel in the city's numerous parks and trails that provide renters an escape into nature. As a growing hub, Bakersfield combines the warmth of its community spirit with the ambition of its developmental projects, ensuring a dynamic yet down-to-earth living experience for its renters.

    Renting in Bakersfield, CA

    Downtown Bakersfield has lofts and apartments for rent in historic and modern buildings that are close to cultural points of interest, like the Bakersfield Museum of Art. Specifically, Olde Stockdale stands out as an affluent neighborhood with upscale, single-family houses for rent near the Stockdale Country Club, while Tevis Ranch boasts modern, single-family houses for rent that are affordable and close to excellent schools. Or, Quailwood rentals are mostly single-family houses in a well-maintained suburban neighborhood, whereas Amberton is a small and affordable neighborhood that welcomes renting families and young professionals. Otherwise, Seven Oaks is a far more affluent neighborhood with luxurious single-family houses for rent near excellent schools, and Laurel Glen has affordable rentals that appeal to college students looking for entertainment.

    Things for renting

    Shopping in Bakersfield, CA

    When renting in Bakersfield, the Valley Plaza Mall (with JCPenney, Macy's and Target) is the largest and most popular mall in the San Joaquin Valley. Or, antique collectors go to "Antique Row," which is a collection of antique malls, such as Central Park Antique Mall, Mill Creek Mall and Great American Antiques. Similarly, Timeless Furnishings & Antique Gallery has the perfect decor for sprucing up new apartment rentals. Or, popular boutique stores when renting in Bakersfield include Bleu Lavender Boutique, House of Talula, Encore! Boutique, NATIVE Collective and Lotus Boutique Shop. And, for vintage designer clothing, renters go to In Your Wildest Dreams, while for everyday errands and clothes, renters have a choice of big-box stores, like Marshalls, T.J.Maxx, Ross, Kohl's, HomeGoods and Walmart. Popular grocery store chains include Super Fresh, Family Food and independent grocers.

    Transportation in Bakersfield, CA

    In general, owning a car is recommended when renting in Bakersfield to take full advantage of the close proximity to I-5, as well as highways 58 and 99. However, F Street, 21st Street, Golden State Avenue, Union Avenue and California Avenue are notorious amongst renters for heavy rush hour traffic. Alternatively, Golden Empire Transit provides 10 fixed routes throughout the mid-sized city and pick-ups by appointment using a bus service called On-Demand. All of these services are ADA-compliant. Likewise, Amtrak provides renters with rail connections to the Los Angeles area available at the downtown Bakersfield station. Aside from Uber and Lyft, Greyhound buses are available, as well as biking and scooter rentals. Finally, renters in Bakersfield rely on Meadows Field Airport for international flights.

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