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Highlights

  • Ceiling fans
  • Granite kitchen countertops
  • Granite bathroom countertops
  • Gas stove/range
  • Washer/dryer hookups (gas & electric)
  • Utilities including water

Location

1212 California St, Bakersfield, CA 93308, USA
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Management

Central Cal Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(661) 243-3877

Property Overview

1212 California St is rated highly for value, amenities, and location, with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5 out of 10. It offers practical features like ceiling fans, granite kitchen and bathroom countertops, a gas stove/range, washer/dryer hookups, and water included, while also being conveniently located near top-rated elementary, middle, and high schools.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1212 California St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1212 California St 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

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

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath830 sqft$1,125 /mo1 unit available2 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment in Oildale! This well-maintained apartment has been freshly painted and boasts new luxury vinyl plank flooring and new carpet throughout. Amenities include a Gas Stove/Range, Granite Kitchen Countertops, granite bathroom countertops, ceiling fans, A/C, and Washer/Dryer Hookups (Gas & Electric). Owners pay for sewer and trash. Tenant is responsible for all other utilities including water. Applications are now being accepted. One Year Lease. Don't miss out! FRIDGE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. GAS STOVE IS CURRENTLY PRESENT BUT NOT SHOWN IN PHOTOS Rental Requirement Guidelines - centralcalmgmt. com rental-requirements-documentation TO VIEW THE PROPERTY, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE SHOWING.

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Amenities for 1212 California St

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In-Unit LaundryOven
Oven/RangeRange

Building

Sewer
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About 1212 California St

HomeApartments in Bakersfield 1212 California St

2 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment in Oildale! This well-maintained apartment has been freshly painted and boasts new luxury vinyl plank flooring and new carpet throughout. Amenities include a Gas Stove/Range, Granite Kitchen Countertops, granite bathroom countertops, ceiling fans, A/C, and Washer/Dryer Hookups (Gas & Electric). Owners pay for sewer and trash. Tenant is responsible for all other utilities including water. Applications are now being accepted. One Year Lease. Don't miss out! FRIDGE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. GAS STOVE IS CURRENTLY PRESENT BUT NOT SHOWN IN PHOTOS Rental Requirement Guidelines - centralcalmgmt. com rental-requirements-documentation TO VIEW THE PROPERTY, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE SHOWING.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1212 California St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1212 California St 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 1212 California St
Price·10A 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.
1212 California St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
1212 California St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1212 California St 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.
1212 California St 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 1212 California St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
1212 California St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 1212 California St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Bakersfield

2-bedroom apartments at 1212 California St cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bakersfield.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Bakersfield
A table of studio rental data trends in Bakersfield
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,025
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
November 2025$995
December 2025$980
January 2026$951
February 2026$963
March 2026$965
April 2026$950
May 2026$976
June 2026$987
July 2026$976
August 2026$995

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,125.
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Schools near 1212 California St

Standard Elementary School

115 e minner ave

bakersfield, CA, 93308

K-5Public
C-

Kern County Community

1300 17th st city centre

bakersfield, CA, 93301

K-12Public
C

Kern County Special Education Local Plan Area

1300 17th st city centre

bakersfield, CA, 93301

K-12Public

Rafer Johnson

1001 tenth st

bakersfield, CA, 93304

K-8Public
C-

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School

1100 citadel st

bakersfield, CA, 93307

K-6Public
C-
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Getting around Bakersfield near 1212 California St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 1212 California St, Bakersfield

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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