Bedroom count
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Last updated on June 19, 2026
Average rent in
Bakersfield, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on June 19, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Bakersfield rent stands today
Bakersfield, CA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,695/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with month-to-month rent also holding steady in recent months.
Compared to national trends
Bakersfield sits 13.1% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 540 total rentals available to renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Bakersfield rent for about $950/month, 1-bedrooms $1,100/month, and 2-bedrooms $1,465/month, while larger units reach $2,600/month for 4+ bedrooms. Houses command a median of $2,300/month compared to $1,400/month for apartments.
Neighborhood spotlight
Panorama Heights saw rents fall 58.7% year over year to $1,300/month across 22 rentals, and Mountain Meadows declined 52.5% to $1,400/month. These steep drops contrast with the citywide flat trend and show localized market shifts.
Median rent
Median rent in Bakersfield
$1,695/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Bakersfield is $1,695 per month as of June 2026. This is 13% below the national average rent, or $255 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Bakersfield
540
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Bakersfield rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Bakersfield, CA
Average rent prices in Bakersfield have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Bakersfield, CA
Rent prices in Bakersfield vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Bakersfield is $1,400, whereas a house costs $2,300. 1-bedroom apartments in Bakersfield run $1,100 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,450.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $950 |  2% | 3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,100 |  3% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,465 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $2,100 | 2% | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $2,600 | 3% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Csu Bakersfield | $1,835 | |
Downtown Bakersfield | $1,075 | |
Eastridge Estates | $1,530 | |
Homaker Park | $1,187 | |
Laurelglen | $1,825 | |
Oleander Sunset | $1,275 | |
Olive Drive Area | $1,955 | |
Park Stockdale | $1,395 | |
Riviera Westchester | $1,300 | |
Sagepointe | $1,475 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,400 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,595 | 5% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,300 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $750 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,465
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,600
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
Oleander Sunset
Average rent
$1,275
Csu Bakersfield
Average rent
$1,835
Downtown Bakersfield
Average rent
$1,075
Homaker Park
Average rent
$1,187
Olive Drive Area
Average rent
$1,955
Park Stockdale
Average rent
$1,395
Laurelglen
Average rent
$1,825
Sagepointe
Average rent
$1,475
Eastridge Estates
Average rent
$1,530
Riviera Westchester
Average rent
$1,300
Apartments
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
5%
Houses
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$750
The table above reflects average rent prices in Bakersfield, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Bakersfield, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Bakersfield and Arvin by all bedroom counts and property types.
Bakersfield
13%lower than the national median
15%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Bakersfield, CA is 3% higher than the median rent in Arvin, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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4%$1,975
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9%$1,480
6%$2,699
3%$1,295
12%$2,725
14%$2,350
$1,250
1%$1,800
8%$1,850
8%$2,472
13%Cost of living in Bakersfield, CA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 6% higher |
| Groceries | 5% higher |
| Health | 12% lower |
| Housing | 4% lower |
| Transportation | 30% higher |
| Utilities | 73% higher |
Discover rentals in Bakersfield, CA
1d ago
2400 Eric Way, Bakersfield, CA 93306
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1010 Beale Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1915 Robinson St, Bakersfield, CA 93305
2 beds
1 bath
$895
Price drop
Apartment for rent
8h ago
3101 Coventry Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93304
2 beds
2 baths
$919
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Seven Oaks house for rent in Bakersfield
606 Windsor Park Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93311
4 beds
2 baths
$7,000
House for rent
Available Feb 22
5d+ ago
Seven Oaks house for rent in Bakersfield
10410 Bichester Ct, Bakersfield, CA 93311
4 beds
2 baths
$6,500
House for rent
Available Feb 26
5d+ ago
House for rent in Bakersfield
5 beds
5 baths
$6,050
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Bakersfield
14309 Pemberley Passage Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93311
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,125
House for rent
Available Jun 1
7h ago
4201 Jewetta Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93312
1 bed
1 bath
$1,680–$1,720
Apartment for rent
9h ago
901 Mohawk St, Bakersfield, CA 93309
2 beds
2 baths
$1,960
Apartment for rent
1d ago
6106 Auburn St, Bakersfield, CA 93306
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,545–$1,995
Apartment for rent
1d ago
250 S Heath Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93314
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,975–$2,300
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$1,475
Condo for rent
Available Jul 1
2d ago
1015 L St, Bakersfield, CA 93304
2 beds
1 bath
$1,075
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3210 Brookfield Loop, Bakersfield, CA 93311
2 beds
1 bath
$1,675
Apartment for rent
4h ago
8101 Camino Media, Bakersfield, CA 93311
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,485–$1,860
Apartment for rent
13h ago
5100 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295–$1,300
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3901 Q St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
2 beds
1 bath
$1,125
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2601 S Real Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93309
2 beds
1 bath
$1,140–$1,350
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
600 Hosking Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93307
3 beds
2 baths
$1,850
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Bakersfield, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Bakersfield rental market.
How much is rent in Bakersfield?
The average rent in Bakersfield is $1,695 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Bakersfield?
Average rent prices in Bakersfield have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Bakersfield rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Bakersfield is 13% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $255 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Bakersfield?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Bakersfield are Downtown Bakersfield ($1,075/mo), Homaker Park ($1,187/mo), and Oleander Sunset ($1,275/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Bakersfield?
To comfortably afford rent in Bakersfield, you'd need to earn approximately $68,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Bakersfield?
Bakersfield's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,100 per month, while 2-bedroom units average around $1,400 monthly. These figures represent the current pricing across the city's rental inventory.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).