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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Vibrant downtown area
  • Easy access

Location

2618 Nelson St, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA|College Heights
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Management

HRU Property Management

Leasing office

(661) 831-6022

Property Overview

2618 Nelson St. is rated highly overall for value, amenities, location, and quality, with a particularly strong price rating and a trustworthy property description. It offers convenient access to a vibrant downtown area, strong value for money, and nearby pet services, while also being close to highly rated elementary and middle schools.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
2618 Nelson St. is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650 sqft$895 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to E-Bakersfield, This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers new paint new flooring throughout, nearby schools and parks and shopping. Call to to schedule a showing 661-831-6022 Managed by HRU Property Management Homes R Us Realty, Inc DRE lic.#01459826 PET RULE: Pets allowed per owner approval of size and breed LEASE LENGTH: 12 month minimum ADDITIONAL FEES NOT INCLUDED IN RENT: $55 Application Fee per applicant 18 or older, Non-Refundable

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Amenities for 2618 Nelson St.

Appliances

OvenRange
Stove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Services

Trash ServiceWater Service
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 2618 Nelson St.

HomeApartments in BakersfieldCollege Heights 2618 Nelson St.

Welcome to E-Bakersfield, This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers new paint new flooring throughout, nearby schools and parks and shopping. Call to to schedule a showing 661-831-6022 Managed by HRU Property Management Homes R Us Realty, Inc DRE lic.#01459826 PET RULE: Pets allowed per owner approval of size and breed LEASE LENGTH: 12 month minimum ADDITIONAL FEES NOT INCLUDED IN RENT: $55 Application Fee per applicant 18 or older, Non-Refundable


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
2618 Nelson St. is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 2618 Nelson St.
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.
2618 Nelson 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.
2618 Nelson St. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2618 Nelson 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.
2618 Nelson 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·9A 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.
2618 Nelson St. has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

2618 Nelson St. is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property

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 2618 Nelson St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in College Heights

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
College Heights
Bakersfield
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Bakersfield
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,450
July 2024$1,418
August 2024$1,433
September 2024$1,462
October 2024$1,480
November 2024$1,484
December 2024$1,455
January 2025$1,455
February 2025$1,450
March 2025$1,445
April 2025$1,450
May 2025$1,447
June 2025$1,450
July 2025$1,432
August 2025$1,401
September 2025$1,397
October 2025$1,398
November 2025$1,422
December 2025$1,450
January 2026$1,460
February 2026$1,450
March 2026$1,437
April 2026$1,457
May 2026$1,459
June 2026$1,475
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in College Heights
MonthMedian Rent
January 2025$1,000
February 2025$1,050
March 2025$1,000
May 2025$1,224
June 2025$1,231
July 2025$1,300

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 2618 Nelson 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-
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Getting around Bakersfield near 2618 Nelson St

Walking

6/10
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 2618 Nelson St, Bakersfield

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some 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 5-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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