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Highlights

  • Gated community
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Pool, playground, covered picnic area with bbq

Location

2601 S Real Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93309, USA
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Management

Mirage Apts

Leasing office

(661) 535-0764 ext. 2

Property Overview

Mirage, Bakersfield offers strong value with competitive pricing, standout amenities, and a convenient location, earning an overall high rating. Residents can expect a gated community with on-site laundry, a pool, playground, and covered picnic area with BBQ, along with solid access to nearby essentials and schools.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Mirage, Bakersfield is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mirage, Bakersfield 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Floor plans

1 Bed 1 Bath1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,125 /mo2 units availableNow Leasing! Gated community Easy access to the 99 Freeway Near Valley Plaza Mall shopping Pool, playground & covered picnic area with BBQ Appliances included: refrigerator, dishwasher & stove On-site laundry facilities Pet-friendly (restrictions apply) Contact us today to schedule a tour or visit our website! Office: 661-834-4388 Website: www themirageapt com
2 bed 1 bath2 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,295–$1,350 /mo3 units availableNow Leasing! Gated community Easy access to the 99 Freeway Near Valley Plaza Mall shopping Pool, playground & covered picnic area with BBQ Appliances included: refrigerator, dishwasher & stove On-site laundry facilities Pet-friendly (restrictions apply) Contact us today to schedule a tour or visit our website! Office: 661-834-4388 Website: www themirageapt com

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Amenities for Mirage, Bakersfield

Appliances

DishwasherRefrigerator, Dishwasher & Stove

Grounds

PlaygroundSparkling Swimming Pool
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Policies and fees

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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

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About Mirage, Bakersfield

HomeApartments in Bakersfield Mirage, Bakersfield

Now Leasing! Gated community Easy access to the 99 Freeway Near Valley Plaza Mall shopping Pool, playground & covered picnic area with BBQ Appliances included: refrigerator, dishwasher & stove On-site laundry facilities Pet-friendly (restrictions apply) Contact us today to schedule a tour or visit our website! Office: 661-834-4388 Website: www themirageapt com


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 Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Mirage, Bakersfield is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mirage, Bakersfield 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 Mirage, Bakersfield
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.
Mirage, Bakersfield 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.
Mirage, Bakersfield goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including playground. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Mirage, Bakersfield 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.
Mirage, Bakersfield 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 Mirage, Bakersfield 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.
Mirage, Bakersfield 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

I've lived in other apt. complexes before, but this is the most convenient and efficient one of them all. I'm really thankful and grateful to have a manager here that really care about the overall welfare of her tenants. She has a very heartfelt concern for the safety and welfare of her tenants. Thank God for her

Mary Evans

Mary Evans

Aug 29, 2023

It is a wonderful place. Melanie The manager of the property has great concern and care for her tenants. I've been here 4 years and the place keeps getting cleaner and safer.

Terrance Young

Terrance Young

Sep 15, 2023

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

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 Mirage, Bakersfield compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 miles away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Pool
Enhanced community features

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Rent trends in Bakersfield

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% higher than 1-bedrooms in Bakersfield.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Mirage, Bakersfield to be 7% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Bakersfield.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
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

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,125.
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Schools near Mirage, Bakersfield

Stine Elementary School

4300 wilson rd

bakersfield, CA, 93309

K-6Public
C

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-

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
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Bakersfield near 2601 S Real Rd

Walking

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

Driving

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

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2601 S Real Rd, Bakersfield

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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