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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Washer and dryer hookups
  • Kitchenette
  • Easy-to-maintain tile flooring
  • New carpet

Location

1802 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA 93304, USA|Oleander-Sunset
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Management

Ascend Real Estate & Property Management Inc

Leasing office

(661) 873-5770

Property Overview

1802 Forrest Ave offers strong overall value, with high expert ratings for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, making it a compelling option for renters seeking both quality and transparency. Convenient access to well-rated nearby schools, multiple pet supply and grooming services, and outdoor spaces adds everyday practicality, while features like a kitchenette, washer/dryer hookups, easy-to-maintain tile flooring, and new carpet enhance daily comfort and ease of living.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1802 Forrest Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1802 Forrest Ave 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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath759 sqft$1,200 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to this recently renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Bakersfield! This charming house features brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, original tile accents, and built-in shelving for added storage. Enjoy the comfort of a freshly painted interior and an evaporative cooler to keep you cool during summer months. The home includes a dedicated laundry room with washer/dryer hookups for your convenience. Step outside to your private covered patio — perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Water, trash, and sewer utilities are included in the rent. Please note pets will be permitted with a $100 rent increase. You'll love this central location with easy access to major freeways, shopping centers, and Downtown Bakersfield. Don’t miss out — apply online at Ascend Bakersfield . com !

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Amenities for 1802 Forrest Ave

Apartment Amenities

Indoor Laundry RoomTrash
Utilities IncludedWasher/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundrySewer
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

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About 1802 Forrest Ave

HomeApartments in BakersfieldOleander-Sunset 1802 Forrest Ave

Welcome home to this recently renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Bakersfield! This charming house features brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, original tile accents, and built-in shelving for added storage. Enjoy the comfort of a freshly painted interior and an evaporative cooler to keep you cool during summer months. The home includes a dedicated laundry room with washer/dryer hookups for your convenience. Step outside to your private covered patio — perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Water, trash, and sewer utilities are included in the rent. Please note pets will be permitted with a $100 rent increase. You'll love this central location with easy access to major freeways, shopping centers, and Downtown Bakersfield. Don’t miss out — apply online at Ascend Bakersfield . 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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1802 Forrest Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1802 Forrest Ave 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 1802 Forrest Ave
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.
1802 Forrest Ave 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.
1802 Forrest Ave 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, 1802 Forrest 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.
1802 Forrest 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 1802 Forrest 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.

1802 Forrest Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 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 1802 Forrest Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Oleander-Sunset

2-bedroom apartments at 1802 Forrest Ave cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Oleander-Sunset.

Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
Oleander-Sunset
Bakersfield
A table of studio rental data trends in Bakersfield
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$950
May 2024$954
June 2024$984
July 2024$1,040
August 2024$1,033
September 2024$1,011
October 2024$999
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Oleander-Sunset
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,100
July 2024$1,100
December 2024$950
August 2025$929
September 2025$899
November 2025$949
December 2025$949
January 2026$899
February 2026$899

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$48,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near 1802 Forrest Ave

William Penn Elementary School

2201 san emidio st

bakersfield, CA, 93304

K-5Public
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

Downtown Elementary School

2021 m st

bakersfield, CA, 93301

K-8Public
B
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Neighborhood

Oleander-Sunset | Bakersfield, CA

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

Getting around Bakersfield near 1802 Forrest 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
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1802 Forrest St, Bakersfield

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
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

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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