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Highlights

  • Covered parking
  • Carpet
  • On-site washers and dryers
  • Spacious and comfortable
  • Luxurious apartment complex
  • Beautifully tiled floors

Location

2600 Haley St, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA|College Heights
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Management

Elite SoCal Management

Leasing office

(310) 770-8584

Property Overview

College Garden is an impressive property with a Zumper expert rating of 8.4, highlighting its appeal as an excellent rental option. It features notable amenities such as covered parking, on-site laundry, and beautifully tiled floors, all within a luxurious and spacious complex. Its competitive pricing, combined with a location score of 9 out of 10 and a strong value-for-money ranking, positions it as a standout choice for potential renters seeking quality living near essential services.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, College Garden is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, College Garden 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

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath850 sqft$990 /mo1 unit available*Photos are of our model unit* College Garden is a luxurious apartment complex located right across a large shopping center for all your needs. Landscaped with luscious green grass and tall, swaying palms, this complex is a sight to behold. In addition, it's only one mile from Bakersfield College! Featuring beautifully tiled floors and carpet, our units are quite spacious and comfortable. Amenities included are on-site washers and dryers, covered parking, security cameras, and a security gate. Qualifications: - NO eviction record - No violent criminal record - No prior rental collections - Prospect must make at least 2.5x the rental value - 650+ credit score - $30 non-refundable application fee per adult - 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 College Garden

HomeApartments in BakersfieldCollege Heights College Garden

*Photos are of our model unit* College Garden is a luxurious apartment complex located right across a large shopping center for all your needs. Landscaped with luscious green grass and tall, swaying palms, this complex is a sight to behold. In addition, it's only one mile from Bakersfield College! Featuring beautifully tiled floors and carpet, our units are quite spacious and comfortable. Amenities included are on-site washers and dryers, covered parking, security cameras, and a security gate. Qualifications: - NO eviction record - No violent criminal record - No prior rental collections - Prospect must make at least 2.5x the rental value - 650+ credit score - $30 non-refundable application fee per adult - 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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, College Garden is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, College Garden 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 College Garden
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.
College Garden 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·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, College Garden 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.
College Garden 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 College Garden 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 College Garden compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in College Heights

2-bedroom apartments at College Garden cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in College Heights.

Median rents as of Sep 27 2025.
College Heights
Bakersfield
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Bakersfield
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,381
November 2023$1,365
December 2023$1,395
January 2024$1,347
February 2024$1,395
March 2024$1,403
April 2024$1,450
May 2024$1,466
June 2024$1,467
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$1,396
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

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $990.
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Schools near College Garden

Downtown Elementary School

2021 m st

bakersfield, CA, 93301

K-8Public
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Neighborhood

College Heights | Bakersfield, CA

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

Getting around Bakersfield near 2600 Haley St

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

4/10
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 2600 Haley St, Bakersfield

Groceries

9/10
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

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

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 20-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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