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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious closets
  • Ceiling fans
  • Washer/dryer hookups
  • On-site management
  • Convenient onsite laundry facility
  • Large private patios

Location

5112 Fairfax Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93306, USA
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Highland Oaks Apartments

Leasing office

(661) 872-4692

Property Overview

Highland Oaks Apartments holds a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, reflecting its appeal as a desirable rental option with an excellent price-to-value ratio of 9 out of 10. The property features an impressive array of amenities, including spacious closets and large private patios, complemented by a prime location offering convenient access to schools, transportation, and shopping. With a trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10, prospective renters can expect transparency and reliability from the property management, making it a well-rounded choice for various lifestyles.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Highland Oaks Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Highland Oaks Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2x1 Upstairs2 bed1 bath965 sqft$1,460 /mo3 units available
2x1 Downstairs2 bed1 bath985 sqft$1,485 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Highland Oaks Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Washer/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$1,460–$1,485

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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About Highland Oaks Apartments

HomeApartments in Bakersfield Highland Oaks Apartments

Highland Oaks Apartments cost $1,460–$1,485 per month. Located at 5112 Fairfax Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93306, USA, Highland Oaks Apartments has 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Bakersfield, renting an apartment at Highland Oaks Apartments is 6% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Bakersfield include but are not limited to: 5201 Gasol Ct, 2120 California Ave


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Highland Oaks Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Highland Oaks Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Highland Oaks Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Highland Oaks Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Highland Oaks Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Highland Oaks Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Highland Oaks Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Highland Oaks Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Highland Oaks Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Highland Oaks Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 85 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Bakersfield

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Highland Oaks Apartments to be 6% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Bakersfield.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Bakersfield
A table of studio rental data trends in Bakersfield
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$990
December 2023$973
January 2024$930
February 2024$906
March 2024$904
April 2024$931
May 2024$954
June 2024$984
July 2024$1,040
August 2024$1,033
September 2024$1,011
October 2024$999
November 2024$986
December 2024$980
January 2025$1,041
February 2025$1,043
March 2025$1,031
April 2025$1,001
May 2025$1,000
June 2025$999
July 2025$995
August 2025$970
September 2025$989
October 2025$995

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$58,900/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,900 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,472.
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Schools near Highland Oaks Apartments

Henry Eissler Elementary School

2901 eissler st

bakersfield, CA, 93306

K-6Public
C

Downtown Elementary School

2021 m st

bakersfield, CA, 93301

K-8Public
B
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Bakersfield near 5112 Fairfax Rd

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5112 Fairfax Rd, Bakersfield

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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