Bedroom count
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Last updated on August 3, 2026
Average rent in
Bakersfield, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on August 3, 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 $1,680/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with a negligible $4 difference per month on average.
Compared to national trends
Bakersfield sits 13.4% more affordable than the $1,940/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters compared to many other metros.
Price ranges
Studios in Bakersfield rent for about $995/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,100/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,425/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,150/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,650/month. Houses have a median rent of $2,350/month, while apartments are at $1,395/month, reflecting the city's mix of housing options.
Neighborhood spotlight
Brighton rents fell 56.0% year over year to $1,850/month across 18 rentals, contrasting with the broadly flat citywide market.
Median rent
Median rent in Bakersfield
$1,680/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Bakersfield is $1,680 per month as of August 2026. This is 13% below the national average rent, or $260 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Bakersfield
532
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 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 decreased by 1% 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 $1,395, whereas a house costs $2,350. 1-bedroom apartments in Bakersfield run $1,100 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,395.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $995 | 2% |  1% | |
1 bedroom | $1,100 | No Change | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,425 | No Change | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $2,150 | No Change | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,650 | No Change | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Benton Park | $1,395 | |
Csu Bakersfield | $1,760 | |
Downtown Bakersfield | $1,150 | |
Eastridge Estates | $1,452 | |
Homaker Park | $1,200 | |
Laurelglen | $1,695 | |
Oleander Sunset | $1,262 | |
Park Stockdale | $1,550 | |
Riviera Westchester | $1,297 | |
Sagepointe | $1,375 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,395 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,585 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,350 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,100 | 47% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,425
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,150
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,650
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
Oleander Sunset
Average rent
$1,262
Riviera Westchester
Average rent
$1,297
Laurelglen
Average rent
$1,695
Csu Bakersfield
Average rent
$1,760
Homaker Park
Average rent
$1,200
Sagepointe
Average rent
$1,375
Park Stockdale
Average rent
$1,550
Eastridge Estates
Average rent
$1,452
Downtown Bakersfield
Average rent
$1,150
Benton Park
Average rent
$1,395
Apartments
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,585
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,350
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
47%
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
11%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Bakersfield, CA is 3% lower than the median rent in Arvin, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,725
30%$2,255
12%$2,646
5%$1,350
11%$2,650
1%$1,295
4%$2,775
10%$2,245
3%$1,225
3%$1,800
3%$1,850
$1,925
22%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
5d+ ago
200 Lincoln Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308
1–2 beds
1 bath
$825–$995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1010 Beale Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
3d ago
3101 Coventry Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93304
2 beds
2 baths
$919
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
700 Knotts St, Bakersfield, CA 93305
2 beds
1 bath
$925
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Baker Street house for rent in Bakersfield
118 Miner St #1, Bakersfield, CA 93305
4 beds
2 baths
$6,395
House for rent
Available Jul 30
5d+ ago
Seven Oaks house for rent in Bakersfield
606 Windsor Park Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93311
3 beds
2 baths
$6,325
House for rent
1d ago
Seven Oaks house for rent in Bakersfield
10410 Bichester Ct, Bakersfield, CA 93311
4 beds
2 baths
$6,025
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
13h ago
8101 Camino Media, Bakersfield, CA 93311
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,485–$2,000
Apartment for rent
14h ago
250 S Heath Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93314
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,025–$2,595
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3901 Q St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
2 beds
1 bath
$1,125
Apartment for rent
3d ago
The Seasons house for rent in Bakersfield
3 beds
2 baths
$2,150
House for rent
4d ago
Verified
6209 Indian Peaks Ave #NA, Bakersfield, CA 93313
4 beds
3 baths
$2,799
House for rent
Available Jul 29
5d+ ago
Verified
7309 Sleepy Lagoon Dr #1, Bakersfield, CA 93312
4 beds
3 baths
$2,800
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$1,475
Condo for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
1015 L St, Bakersfield, CA 93304
3 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
11h ago
2601 S Real Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93309
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3901 Q St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
2 beds
1 bath
$1,125
Apartment for rent
3d ago
The Seasons house for rent in Bakersfield
3 beds
2 baths
$2,150
House for rent
3d ago
Casa Real Apartments, Bakersfield, CA 93309
2 beds
1 bath
$1,225–$1,250
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 $1,680 per month as of August 1, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Bakersfield?
Average rent prices in Bakersfield have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 1% 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 $260 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Bakersfield?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Bakersfield are Downtown Bakersfield ($1,150/mo), Homaker Park ($1,200/mo), and Oleander Sunset ($1,262/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Bakersfield?
To comfortably afford rent in Bakersfield, you'd need to earn approximately $67,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Bakersfield?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Bakersfield average around $1,110/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,440/month.
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).