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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Sparkling swimming pool
  • Covered parking
  • Convenient location
  • On-site washer and dryers

Location

2121 Park Way, Bakersfield, CA 93304, USA|Oleander-Sunset
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Management

Elite SoCal Management

Leasing office

(310) 770-8584

Property Overview

Z-Park Way earns strong marks overall, with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, standout value, excellent amenities, and a highly convenient location. Notable features include a sparkling swimming pool, covered parking, and on-site washer and dryers, while nearby top-rated schools and strong value for money add to its appeal.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Z-Park Way is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Z-Park Way 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,100 /mo1 unit availableLooking for a cozy starter apartment in a prime location? Just like our Cal Parks apartments, Park Way is one of our most welcoming apartment complexes. Because of it's convenient location, anyone living here will find much of Bakersfield easily accessible. Families will be happy living near the various local schools and college students will enjoy being close to Bakersfield College. It's also fantastic for downtown commuters! Amenities included are on-site washer and dryers, a sparkling swimming pool, and covered parking. Qualifications: - NO eviction record - No violent criminal record - Collections on rent, utilities or any type of necessities will be counted against the appliccation - Prospect must make at least 2.5x the rental value - 650+ credit score - $30 non-refundable application fee per adult - Most current 2 months income statement and banking statement (if any) - Preferred at least 1 year of stable employment - Minimal 1 Year lease

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About Z-Park Way

HomeApartments in BakersfieldOleander-Sunset Z-Park Way

Looking for a cozy starter apartment in a prime location? Just like our Cal Parks apartments, Park Way is one of our most welcoming apartment complexes. Because of it's convenient location, anyone living here will find much of Bakersfield easily accessible. Families will be happy living near the various local schools and college students will enjoy being close to Bakersfield College. It's also fantastic for downtown commuters! Amenities included are on-site washer and dryers, a sparkling swimming pool, and covered parking. Qualifications: - NO eviction record - No violent criminal record - Collections on rent, utilities or any type of necessities will be counted against the appliccation - Prospect must make at least 2.5x the rental value - 650+ credit score - $30 non-refundable application fee per adult - Most current 2 months income statement and banking statement (if any) - Preferred at least 1 year of stable employment - Minimal 1 Year lease


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Z-Park Way is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Z-Park Way 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 Z-Park Way
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.
Z-Park Way 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.
Z-Park Way goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Z-Park Way 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.
Z-Park Way 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 Z-Park Way 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.

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 Z-Park Way compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 miles away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 1.6 miles from public transportation
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.0 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Oleander-Sunset

2-bedroom apartments at Z-Park Way cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Oleander-Sunset.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Oleander-Sunset
Bakersfield
A table of studio rental data trends in Bakersfield
MonthMedian 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
A table of studio rental data trends in Oleander-Sunset
MonthMedian Rent
December 2024$950
August 2025$929
September 2025$899
November 2025$949
December 2025$949
January 2026$899
February 2026$899

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$44,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,100.
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Schools near Z-Park Way

William Penn Elementary School

2201 san emidio st

bakersfield, CA, 93304

K-5Public
C-

Rafer Johnson

1001 tenth st

bakersfield, CA, 93304

K-8Public
C-

Kern County Special Education Local Plan Area

1300 17th st city centre

bakersfield, CA, 93301

K-12Public

Kern County Community

1300 17th st city centre

bakersfield, CA, 93301

K-12Public
C

Downtown Elementary School

2021 m st

bakersfield, CA, 93301

K-8Public
B
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Neighborhood

Oleander-Sunset | Bakersfield, CA

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

Getting around Bakersfield near 2121 Park Way

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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 2121 Park Way, Bakersfield

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

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 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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