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Highlights
- Outdoor space
- Easy freeway access
Location
540 Hill St, Bakersfield, CA 93306, USA
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Property Overview
540 Hill Street offers strong overall value, with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent price and amenities scores, and a highly convenient location. It is noted for outdoor space and easy freeway access, along with solid value-for-money placement and nearby school access.
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.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 840 sqft | $1,275 /mo | 1 unit available | Coming Soon! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit features a practical floor plan and a large side yard with plenty of outdoor space. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, restaurants, and easy freeway access. Tenant will be responsible for all utilities . Rental Requirements: $50.00 Processing Fee Per Adult - Non Refundable No Evictions, No utilities owed on credit report Must make 2 1/2 times the rent Credit and Background checks will be done Every Adult Must fill out an application. Dre#01927960 |
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Amenities for 540 Hill Street
Apartment Amenities
| Trash |
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Sewer |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 540 Hill Street
Coming Soon! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit features a practical floor plan and a large side yard with plenty of outdoor space. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, restaurants, and easy freeway access. Tenant will be responsible for all utilities . Rental Requirements: $50.00 Processing Fee Per Adult - Non Refundable No Evictions, No utilities owed on credit report Must make 2 1/2 times the rent Credit and Background checks will be done Every Adult Must fill out an application. Dre#01927960
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 540 Hill Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 540 Hill Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
540 Hill Street 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.
540 Hill Street 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, 540 Hill Street 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.
540 Hill Street 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 540 Hill Street 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.
540 Hill Street 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 540 Hill Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Bakersfield
2-bedroom apartments at 540 Hill Street cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bakersfield.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Bakersfield
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,000 |
| 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 | $993 |
| September 2026 | $995 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 540 Hill St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$51,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,275.
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Schools near 540 Hill Street
Ramon Garza Elementary School
2901 center st
bakersfield, CA, 93306
K-5Public
C-
Zephyr Lane Elementary School
6327 zephyr ln
bakersfield, CA, 93307
K-6Public
D+
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School
1100 citadel st
bakersfield, CA, 93307
K-6Public
C-
Rafer Johnson
1001 tenth st
bakersfield, CA, 93304
K-8Public
C-
Downtown Elementary School
2021 m st
bakersfield, CA, 93301
K-8Public
B
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Neighborhood
Getting around Bakersfield near 540 Hill St
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
2/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 540 Hill St, Bakersfield
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
4/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within a short drive
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