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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Ceiling fans
  • Tile flooring
  • Refrigerator
  • Granite countertops
  • Electric range/oven

Location

2909 S Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93304, USA
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Management

Executive Property Management

Leasing office

(661) 398-1200

Property Overview

2909 S. Chester Ave offers strong value with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, backed by excellent price, amenities, and location scores. It features off-street parking, granite countertops, tile flooring, ceiling fans, and a refrigerator with an electric range/oven, and it stands out for value for money plus proximity to a top-rated high school.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 2909 S. Chester Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2909 S. Chester Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Balcony

Floor plans

2BR/1.5BA2 bed1.5 bath700 sqft$995 /mo1 unit availableDiscover this well-appointed 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome in Bakersfield, CA, featuring practical finishes and convenient amenities. The home includes granite countertops, tile flooring, a refrigerator, and an electric range/oven in the kitchen. Comfort is provided by central heating and air plus ceiling fans in the rooms. Step outside to a covered patio and enjoy the added security of a security front door. Parking options include off-street and street parking. This residence offers a functional layout and straightforward features for comfortable living. Rental Terms: Move-in Special $995 monthly for 3 months (on approved credit) Rent: $1,200 Application Fee: $55, Security Deposit: $1,200 DRE#01362468

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Amenities for 2909 S. Chester Ave

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Central HeatCentral Heating/Air
Covered PatioGranite Countertops
PatioTile Flooring
Town HomeTrash
Water

Appliances

Electric Range/OvenOven
RangeRefrigerator

Grounds

GardeningOff-Street Parking
Outdoor Space
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

Units17

About 2909 S. Chester Ave

HomeApartments in Bakersfield 2909 S. Chester Ave

Discover this well-appointed 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome in Bakersfield, CA, featuring practical finishes and convenient amenities. The home includes granite countertops, tile flooring, a refrigerator, and an electric range/oven in the kitchen. Comfort is provided by central heating and air plus ceiling fans in the rooms. Step outside to a covered patio and enjoy the added security of a security front door. Parking options include off-street and street parking. This residence offers a functional layout and straightforward features for comfortable living. Rental Terms: Move-in Special $995 monthly for 3 months (on approved credit) Rent: $1,200 Application Fee: $55, Security Deposit: $1,200 DRE#01362468


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 2909 S. Chester Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2909 S. Chester Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 2909 S. Chester Ave
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 2909 S. Chester Ave is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
2909 S. Chester Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gardening. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2909 S. Chester Ave 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.
2909 S. Chester Ave 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 2909 S. Chester Ave 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 2909 S. Chester Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Bakersfield

2-bedroom apartments at 2909 S. Chester Ave cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bakersfield.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Bakersfield
A table of studio rental data trends in Bakersfield
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$980
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

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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

$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near 2909 S. Chester Ave

Frank West Elementary School

2400 benton st

bakersfield, CA, 93304

K-5Public
C-

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-

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
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Getting around Bakersfield near 2909 S Chester Ave

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

3/10
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 2909 S Chester Ave, Bakersfield

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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