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Highlights

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

Location

2120 California Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93304, USA|Riviera-Westchester
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Management

Elite SoCal Management

Leasing office

(661) 384-8806 ext. 2

Property Overview

Z-Cal presents a strong value proposition for renters, featuring an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.1 out of 10, highlighting its competitive pricing and premium amenities, including a sparkling swimming pool and covered parking. With an enviable location score of 9 out of 10, residents enjoy easy access to top-rated schools and key points of interest. Overall, Z-Cal stands out for its transparency and trustworthiness, ensuring a clear understanding of its offerings.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Z-Cal is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Z-Cal 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
  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,150 /mo1 unit available*All photos are of our model unit* Looking for a cozy starter apartment in a prime location? Just like our Cal Parks apartments, Cal Park 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-Cal

HomeApartments in BakersfieldRiviera-Westchester Z-Cal

*All photos are of our model unit* Looking for a cozy starter apartment in a prime location? Just like our Cal Parks apartments, Cal Park 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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Z-Cal is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Z-Cal 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-Cal
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.
Z-Cal 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Z-Cal is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
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-Cal 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-Cal 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-Cal compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 50 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Riviera-Westchester

2-bedroom apartments at Z-Cal cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Riviera-Westchester.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Riviera-Westchester
Bakersfield
A table of studio rental data trends in Bakersfield
MonthMedian Rent
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
November 2025$995
December 2025$980
January 2026$955
A table of studio rental data trends in Riviera-Westchester
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,113
March 2024$1,113
May 2024$1,150

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$46,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,150.
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Schools near Z-Cal

William Penn Elementary School

2201 san emidio st

bakersfield, CA, 93304

K-5Public
C-

Downtown Elementary School

2021 m st

bakersfield, CA, 93301

K-8Public
B
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Getting around Bakersfield near 2120 California Ave

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

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 2120 California Ave, Bakersfield

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of 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 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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