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1400 Kern St, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
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Property Overview
1400 Kern St earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5/10, reflecting standout scores for price, amenities, and location, along with a solid trustworthiness rating. Its outdoor recreation feature adds appeal, and the overall picture points to a well-rounded property with excellent value and convenience.
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
Eco-friendly trash disposal
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.5BA | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 805 sqft | $1,050 /mo | 1 unit available | This 2 bed 1.5 bath is perfectly central to all things important: Stores, Hospitals, schools and located right off the CA-178. Owner pays for trash, water and sewer. Also features a basketball court area for recreational use. Pets are not permitted. Apply online at Ascend Bakersfield . Com today! |
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Amenities for 1400 Kern St
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Range | 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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 8 |
|---|
About 1400 Kern St
This 2 bed 1.5 bath is perfectly central to all things important: Stores, Hospitals, schools and located right off the CA-178. Owner pays for trash, water and sewer. Also features a basketball court area for recreational use. Pets are not permitted. Apply online at Ascend Bakersfield . Com today!
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, 1400 Kern St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1400 Kern 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.
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.
1400 Kern 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.
1400 Kern 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, 1400 Kern 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.
1400 Kern 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 1400 Kern 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.
1400 Kern 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 1400 Kern St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 1.5 miles from public transportation
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Bakersfield
2-bedroom apartments at 1400 Kern St cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bakersfield.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Bakersfield
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $998 |
| October 2026 | $995 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1400 Kern St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$42,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,050.
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Schools near 1400 Kern St
Downtown Elementary School
2021 m st
bakersfield, CA, 93301
K-8Public
B
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-
Getting around Bakersfield near 1400 Kern St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1400 Kern St, Bakersfield
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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