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Highlights
- Gated parking
- On-site laundry
Location
814 17th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA|Downtown Bakersfield
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Property Overview
Mill Creek offers strong value with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6, including excellent marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It stands out for gated parking and on-site laundry, with nearby grocery, middle school, and high school access adding convenience and supporting its favorable value-for-money standing.
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.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- Less expensive
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $975 /mo | 1 unit available | Mill Creek is the perfect location for anyone who enjoys downtown Bakersfield. Situated in the heart of Bakersfield, this vibrant and welcoming apartment complex offers a lively atmosphere for all residents. Whether you’re a professional or just looking for a centrally located home, Mill Creek is the ideal choice. Amenities include gated parking, as well as on-site laundry for your convenience. Come see our model unit today and experience downtown living at Mill Creek 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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Amenities for Mill Creek
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Oven | Range Hood |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
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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Building details
Property details
| Units | 7 |
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About Mill Creek
Mill Creek is the perfect location for anyone who enjoys downtown Bakersfield. Situated in the heart of Bakersfield, this vibrant and welcoming apartment complex offers a lively atmosphere for all residents. Whether you’re a professional or just looking for a centrally located home, Mill Creek is the ideal choice. Amenities include gated parking, as well as on-site laundry for your convenience. Come see our model unit today and experience downtown living at Mill Creek 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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Mill Creek is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mill Creek has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Mill Creek 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.
Mill Creek goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Mill Creek 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.
Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1.0 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.7 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Downtown Bakersfield
1-bedroom apartments at Mill Creek cost about 49% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown Bakersfield.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Downtown Bakersfield
Bakersfield
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,095 |
| November 2024 | $1,100 |
| December 2024 | $1,112 |
| January 2025 | $1,153 |
| February 2025 | $1,150 |
| March 2025 | $1,114 |
| April 2025 | $1,095 |
| May 2025 | $1,129 |
| June 2025 | $1,149 |
| July 2025 | $1,125 |
| August 2025 | $1,097 |
| September 2025 | $1,081 |
| October 2025 | $1,075 |
| November 2025 | $1,079 |
| December 2025 | $1,097 |
| January 2026 | $1,100 |
| February 2026 | $1,100 |
| March 2026 | $1,100 |
| April 2026 | $1,113 |
| May 2026 | $1,105 |
| June 2026 | $1,112 |
| July 2026 | $1,100 |
| August 2026 | $1,114 |
| September 2026 | $1,106 |
| October 2026 | $1,100 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,875 |
| November 2024 | $1,365 |
| December 2024 | $1,875 |
| January 2025 | $1,875 |
| February 2025 | $1,481 |
| March 2025 | $1,597 |
| April 2025 | $995 |
| May 2025 | $1,599 |
| June 2025 | $992 |
| July 2025 | $1,290 |
| August 2025 | $975 |
| September 2025 | $1,009 |
| October 2025 | $1,043 |
| November 2025 | $1,035 |
| December 2025 | $1,027 |
| January 2026 | $1,108 |
| February 2026 | $1,053 |
| March 2026 | $1,081 |
| April 2026 | $1,100 |
| May 2026 | $1,265 |
| June 2026 | $1,018 |
| July 2026 | $1,103 |
| August 2026 | $1,137 |
| September 2026 | $1,262 |
| October 2026 | $1,694 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 814 17th St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$39,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $975.
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Schools near Mill Creek
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
Downtown Elementary School
2021 m st
bakersfield, CA, 93301
K-8Public
B
Rafer Johnson
1001 tenth st
bakersfield, CA, 93304
K-8Public
C-
Franklin Elementary School
2400 truxtun ave
bakersfield, CA, 93301
K-6Public
C+
Neighborhood
Downtown Bakersfield | Bakersfield, CA
Getting around Bakersfield near 814 17th 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.
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 814 17th St, Bakersfield
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-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
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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