$6,150
Available: Right Now
Listed: 17/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
Discover the best of “Nashville West” from the comfort & convenience of this upgraded private retreat! Perfectly situated between Los Angeles & San Francisco, experience a live show in Buck Owens' Crystal Palace, a scenic float along the Kern River, ...
$3,540
Available: Right Now
Listed: 22/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
Warm, inviting, and spacious apartment in the SW location near FW 99 & FW 58. Only minutes away from CSUB, walking distance to shopping centers, and a short drive to Downtown! This tranquil space is comfortable, convenient, and perfectly accommodates...
$7,000
Available: Right Now
Listed: 21/05/2024
606 Windsor Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311, USA
This spacious abode boasts four bedrooms and two bathrooms, offering an ideal sanctuary for families or those seeking ample space. Step into the inviting living areas featuring tasteful finishes and an abundance of natural light, creating a warm and ...
$1,100
Available: Right Now
Listed: 21/05/2024
Caledonia Masonic Lodge, Oregon Street, Kern, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
Unit C: Welcome to this charming two-story home! Upon entering, you're greeted by a spacious family room, creating an inviting atmosphere for gatherings. The adjacent kitchen offers convenience and functionality, while the proximity of the laundry ho...
$2,500
Available: 25/05/2024
Listed: 22/05/2024
5508 Narrow Ridge Ct
This beautiful, bright, greater than 1,700 sqft, open floor plan home is located in a cul-de-sac. New interior paint. The kitchen features granite counter tops and island, stainless refrigerator, stainless deep-large sinks, GE energy efficient stove-...
$8,850
Available: Right Now
Listed: 19/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
“Open concept” living room, kitchen and dining room with wall mounted big screen TV set, Bluetooth connectivity, two patios with separate lounge chairs and tables, concrete backyard, TV set on each bedroom. Keyless main entry door Wi-Fi connect.T...
$6,870
Available: Right Now
Listed: 19/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
Sun-seekers rejoice! Soak up those California rays at this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Bakersfield vacation rental. This light and airy single-story house will be the perfect home base for your group’s stay, with a fully equipped kitchen, formal dining tab...
$1,950
Available: Right Now
Listed: 17/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
Welcome to E&M Rental Enterprises LLC, Mid-term rentals! Here is our beautiful 1 bedroom 1 bath luxury unit! fully furnished and move in ready for your midterm or long-term stay!. Bedroom is private and has a queen-sized memory foam mattress for an a...
$3,840
Available: Right Now
Listed: 19/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
Whether you’re here for a short time or on an extended vacation, you’re sure to feel right at home at this conveniently located Bakersfield townhome. Equipped with all of the essentials you’ll need, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom vacation rental makes ...
$6,000
Available: Right Now
Listed: 17/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
This beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom spacious Bakersfield country club home complete with a large patio and gated pool is an oasis and convenient to shops and freeways alike. The property comes with a spacious top floor that includes a large master b...
$1,495
Available: 19/05/2024
Listed: 22/05/2024
3009 La Costa St, Unit B
This is a very nice and large designer 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment in the Upper Northeast. Fully renovated apartment with a beautiful kitchen and bathroom. Approximately 900 square feet. Good sized bedrooms. One of the bedrooms has a walk-in close...
$1,950
Available: Right Now
Listed: 21/05/2024
Hosking Avenue, Bakersfield, CA, USA
Golden Valley Luxury Apartments offers private and spacious luxury apartment homes in a gated, park-like community with a 24/7 courtesy patrol team. Unit includes 1130 sqft with a 2 story floor plan. Your large gourmet kitchen includes a gas stove, d...
$5,400
Available: Right Now
Listed: 19/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
Spacious newly renovated family home on large corner lot. The home offers 5 bedrooms and 3 Bathroom! Bring your entire family / group to enjoy this very peaceful neighborhood in Bakersfield! The House is located near many attractions, shopping, T...
$6,180
Available: Right Now
Listed: 17/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
Beautifully Remodeled Pool house with 3bedrooms 2 bathrooms located in the city of Bakersfield in a safe and quiet neighborhood if you're just passing by and you need a short term place, or if you're looking for a long-term booking, we got you covere...
$3,450
Available: Right Now
Listed: 22/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
A private unit located near downtown, businesses, and hospitals. Relax in this spacious 1 bed 1 bath unit on the 2nd floor in a grand building with 100-year history. Sleeps up to 4 guests with a King bed and two floor mattresses. Fully furnished with...
$3,600
Available: Right Now
Listed: 21/05/2024
11633 Shady Valley Place, Bakersfield, CA 93311, USA
This beautiful home is located in Belcourt Community. It boasts a spacious great room. Gorgeous island kitchen with large quartz slab counter top, stainless steel appliances, double ovens, large pantry. It has 3 bedrooms plus an office with 2.5 bathr...
$700
Available: Right Now
Listed: 21/05/2024
1858 Faxon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304, USA
I am renting a an extra large completely furnished room in my bath home. Shared extra large double sink bathroom with one other person that works out of town, Monday through Thursday 3 times a month. Full access to Kitchen and laundry room available....
$4,530
Available: Right Now
Listed: 19/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
Your next Bakersfield retreat awaits at this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath vacation rental! Featuring a cozy living area with a Smart TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and in-unit laundry, this property offers everything needed for a stress-free stay. Enjoy easy a...
$2,595
Available: 01/05/2024
Listed: 15/05/2024
8318 Jean Anne Street
Amazing New 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom house in a Cul-de-Sac in Bakersfield (only 2 years old). Wood-look Tile in all open areas and newer carpeting in bedrooms. Master has a walk-in closet. Open floor plan with split wing. Showings will be by appointment...
$6,750
Available: Right Now
Listed: 20/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
Welcome to your charming home away from home! This delightful 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom haven is the perfect retreat for families and their beloved pets. Nestled in a central location, this fully equipped residence offers seamless access to all the wonde...
$2,970
Available: Right Now
Listed: 22/05/2024
Bakersfield, CA
A private unit located near downtown, businesses, and hospitals. Relax in this spacious 1 bed 1 bath unit on the 1st floor in a grand building with 100-year history. Sleeps up to 4 guests with a King bed and two floor mattresses. Fully furnished with...
$1,575
Available: Right Now
Listed: 17/05/2024
4400 Parkwood Ct
Move-in Ready! Spacious, Clean, Upstairs and End Unit.2 Beds/1Bath. Updated Bathroom with bath tub. Attached private 2 Car Garage below the unit. Full Laundry hook up in the Garage. Laminate and Tiled floors. 2" Faux wood blinds. Refrigerator & E...
Originally a small old west town, Bakersfield is now a large central Californian city - but it still has plenty of old time charm. The city center is hip and modern, but go little ways and you’ll find horses, cows, cacti and even rattlesnakes. With its easy access to both urban life and California nature - Bakersfield really is “Life As it Should Be”.
Population | 383,601 |
Median Age | 31.6 |
Poverty Rate | 19% |
Household Income | $60,002 |
Number Of Employees | 166,626 |
Median Property Value | $257,200 |
To find apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA, you can explore various options. You can consider using online rental platforms, working with local real estate agencies, checking local newspapers, or driving around the neighborhoods you are interested in to look for "For Rent" signs.
In Bakersfield, CA, the most popular types of properties available for rent are houses, apartments, rooms, townhouses, and condos. Depending on your preferences and needs, you can find a variety of options to choose from.
Apartments for rent in Bakersfield often offer a range of amenities to make your living experience more comfortable. Some of the common amenities you can find include air conditioning, parking facilities, dishwashers, access to a garden or outdoor space, and swimming pools.
Rental incentives may be available for apartments in Bakersfield, but they can vary depending on the landlord or property management company. Some common rental incentives include promotions like discounted rent for the first month, waived application fees, or the option to sign a longer lease for a reduced monthly rent.
Located in the pleasant San Joaquin Valley - Bakersfield is an agricultural powerhouse - but it’s not just a farm town. Bakersfield accounts for 10% percent of America’s domestic oil production, making it the most productive county in the country. Over the past 30 years, Bakersfield’s population has tripled. Population growth has slowed down a bit in recent years but business growth remains strong. In October 2013, a study found Bakersfield to be the number two city for real estate investment, and it ranked 6 on CNN’s “10 Best Cities to Buy a Rental Property” list. Bakersfield has the lowest sales tax in California - 7.5%, in fact Bakersfield is one of the lowest cost of living cities in California, and there are lots of affordable houses and apartments for rent.
Bakersfield is famous for its country music. The famous “Bakersfield Sound” was developed by Merle Haggard and Buck Owens in the 1950s and is characterized by its unproduced, earthy sound. There’s more to Bakersfield music than just country - the popular metal acts Korn and Adema also hail from here. Music fans should look for apartments for rent downtown - near the Fox Theatre. Great acts like the Goo Goo Dolls and Sturgill Simpson perform there at the Fox regularly.
The top employers in Bakersfield are in the Agriculture and Oil sectors - Giumarra Companies, Grimmway Farms, Bolthouse Farms and Chevron all operate here. Other top Bakersfield employers include The County of Kern, Mercy Hospitals of Bakersfield, and State Farm Insurance. Many firms choose Bakersfield for its low-cost land and easy access to highways and to the port of Los Angeles. Professionals looking for apartments for rent enjoy Bakersfield’s easy access to infrastructure.
The San Joaquin Valley is scorching in the summer and warm most of the year. The winters are mild and short. While it can be hot - the upshot is lots and lots of sunshine - you’ll always have a reason to swim in one of the many nearby swimming holes or sports facilities. Bakersfield’s weather also contributes to its amazing fertility. If you can picture yourself eating home-grown California tomatoes for dinner every night - then Bakersfield might just be the place for you.
There’s a lot of dining to choose from in Bakersfield, but for something different you should try one of Bakersfield’s Basque restaurants. Wool Growers is the most popular spot, with many delicious dishes from northern Spain and southern France. Other faves include the Pyrenees Cafe and Benji’s French Basque Restaurant. For more standard, but no less delicious fare, head over to Cope’s Knotty Pine Cafe for a burger and thick cut potato fries. If you feel like something more upscale, sit down at the Valentien Restaurant and Wine Bar - its menu is locally sourced from Bakersfield’s fine farms and gardens. With so many cheap long-term apartments for rent in Bakersfield - you’ll have plenty of money for going out to eat.
There’s a lot to see and do in Bakersfield. The Kern County Museum offers a window into Bakersfield’s past and some contemporary exhibits too. The “Black Gold” exhibit gives an inside look into the oil producing process. For the musically inclined, there’s a “Bakersfield Sound” display - this unique style of Bakersfield country music was made popular by Merle Haggard and Buck Owens. Bakersfield hosts events year round. Tap into your cowboy spirit at one of the horse shows - you can even compete if you’d like! Have some great gyros at the annual Greek festival, or even test your strength in the California Highland Games. For something truly unique, check out the Basque festival for traditional dishes (with exotic names like txakoli!), dancing, and games.
28% of the total population is in 25 to 44 age group. The median age is 20 years. There are more females than males residing in Bakersfield. The city has been identified as one of the most obese metro areas in the US. It was ranked as the city with one of the lowest levels of adults with bachelor’s degrees
Bakersfield landmarks include the Rabobank Arena (home of the Bakersfield Condors hockey team), Fox Theatre (great live music), Famoso Raceway - totally awesome drag racing here, the Kern County Museum, the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History (super cool fossils), and don’t forget Buck Owen’s Crystal Palace - come here for great shows and tons of music history.
No night out in Bakersfield is complete without a visit to Trouts - an unfussy honky-tonk joint where you can drink, dance, and karaoke your troubles away. Afterward, head over to the Casablanca for some of the most turned up parties in Bakersfield. For a more pub style evening, The Mint offers beer, cocktails, patio seating, and a tasty green drink of the same name. Bakersfield traffic isn’t bad, so it’s easy to hit everywhere in one night. There are plenty of apartments for rent in walking distance of all the best spots.
Bakersfield is a car-friendly city. Traffic is quite rare and it’s easy to get from one end of the city to the other very quickly. It is possible to navigate the city without a car, but make sure to rent an apartment near one of the bus routes. Golden Empire Transits run 18 bus routes in Bakersfield, and Kern Transit connects Bakersfield to outlying Kern County communities - there are lots of great apartments for rent here too.
California can be quite expensive, but Bakersfield doesn’t have that problem - In fact, Bakersfield is hands down the most affordable place to live in California. Search thousands of cheap Bakersfield apartments for rent with Rentberry - starting from $500 per month. There are many different kinds of listings in Bakersfield to choose from: condos, student apartments, suburban dwellings, even some luxury apartments. Filter by amenities to find your perfect apartment - select a balcony, fitness center, pool - whatever you need to feel like you’re really home. Bakersfield’s more upscale rental apartments can usually be found in the Fruitvale neighborhood.
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Downtown is the heart of Bakersfield. Rabobank Arena and the Fox Theater are located here, in addition to many great restaurants. For a blast from the past, check out Woolworth Diner - located in an antique store, this family diner serves great old time root beer. Once you’ve had your refreshing root beer, you’ll have plenty of energy for shopping at the Valley Plaza Mall, and of course checking out all the great Art-Deco style Bakersfield apartments and condos for rent nearby.
Nestled in the Bakersfield suburbs, you can find single family houses and apartments for rent in Fruitvale. Fruitvale is rich in Bakersfield musical history - Buck Owen’s Crystal Palace is located here. This country music venue and the museum was founded by Buck Owens himself, and his famous Pontiac Buckmobile remains there to this day.
Set on fertile Bakersfield farmlands, City in The Hills has lots of cool old ranch houses and apartments for rent, hills to climb, and lush pastures to explore. Go northeast a little ways and you’ll find the gigantic Kern County Park - there are endless hours of hiking, fishing, and camping to be had here. Closer to town, there are blocks of student condos and apartments for rent. Locals like to go to Amestoy’s On The Hill - a no frills local joint- to knock back a few beers.
The Oaks (River Oaks, Seven Oaks, Southern Oaks) sprawl from Southwest Bakersfield up to the Kern River. Many families choose this area to settle long-term. The Oaks have easy access to downtown Bakersfield and offer many great nature spots and biking trails. Not far from California State University Bakersfield, The Oaks are a popular spot for student to find apartments for rent. After a hard day’s studying you can check out the great dive bars here - B Ryder’s Sports Bar is popular. The Lengthwise Brewing Company offers local craft brews.
Laidback and family-friendly, Greenfield is Bakersfield at its most relaxed and suburban. It’s a great place for families to rent long-term. It’s also good for professionals who want to find apartments for rent a little further from downtown. Bakersfield Sports Village Soccer Complex offers some excellent soccer fields - great for kids to get exercise.