Bedroom count
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Last updated on November 5, 2026
Average rent in
Bakersfield, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 5, 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. Month over month, rents increased 1.5%.
Compared to national trends
Bakersfield sits 10.8% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median. The city has 552 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Bakersfield rent for $995/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,095/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,400/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $2,150/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,700/month. Apartments make up 52.9% of rentals.
Median rent
Median rent in Bakersfield
$1,695/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Bakersfield is $1,695 per month as of October 2026. This is 11% below the national average rent, or $205 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Bakersfield
552
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Bakersfield rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Bakersfield, CA
Average rent prices in Bakersfield have increased by 2% 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 $1,350, whereas a house costs $2,347. 1-bedroom apartments in Bakersfield run $1,097 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,395.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $995 | No Change |  1% | |
1 bedroom | $1,095 | No Change | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,400 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $2,150 |  2% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,700 | 2% | 4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Benton Park | $1,250 | |
Csu Bakersfield | $1,987 | |
Downtown Bakersfield | $1,113 | |
Homaker Park | $1,295 | |
Laurelglen | $1,747 | |
Oleander Sunset | $1,250 | |
Park Stockdale | $1,577 | |
Riviera Westchester | $1,495 | |
Stockdale Greens | $1,750 | |
The Oaks | $2,400 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,350 | 2% | 2% | |
Condos | $1,522 | No Change | 10% | |
Houses | $2,347 | 2% | 2% | |
Rooms | $925 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$995
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,095
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,150
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,700
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
Oleander Sunset
Average rent
$1,250
Laurelglen
Average rent
$1,747
Csu Bakersfield
Average rent
$1,987
Riviera Westchester
Average rent
$1,495
Park Stockdale
Average rent
$1,577
Downtown Bakersfield
Average rent
$1,113
Homaker Park
Average rent
$1,295
Benton Park
Average rent
$1,250
Stockdale Greens
Average rent
$1,750
The Oaks
Average rent
$2,400
Apartments
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,522
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
10%
Houses
Average rent
$2,347
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$925
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
11%lower than the national median
21%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Bakersfield, CA is 13% higher than the median rent in Arvin, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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10%$2,545
11%$2,500
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4%$2,600
5%$1,550
32%$1,854
21%$2,295
8%$1,125
32%$1,650
15%$1,795
$2,300
35%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 | 4% higher |
| Health | 12% lower |
| Housing | 7% lower |
| Transportation | 34% higher |
| Utilities | 71% higher |
Discover rentals in Bakersfield, CA
1d ago
1010 Beale Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
18h ago
1915 Robinson St, Bakersfield, CA 93305
2 beds
1 bath
$895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
12309 Edison Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93307
2 beds
1 bath
$895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
9h ago
1415 11th St, Bakersfield, CA 93304
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Baker Street house for rent in Bakersfield
118 Miner St #1, Bakersfield, CA 93305
4 beds
2 baths
$6,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Jul 30
5d+ ago
Brighton apartment for rent in Bakersfield
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Seven Oaks house for rent in Bakersfield
10410 Bichester Ct, Bakersfield, CA 93311
4 beds
2 baths
$3,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 5
5d+ ago
House for rent in Bakersfield
3 beds
2 baths
$3,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2h ago
6106 Auburn St, Bakersfield, CA 93306
2 beds
2 baths
$1,860
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
4201 Jewetta Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93312
2 beds
2 baths
$1,950–$2,045
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
15h ago
2401 Christmas Tree Ln, Bakersfield, CA 93306
1 bed
1 bath
$1,095–$1,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
19h ago
8101 Camino Media, Bakersfield, CA 93311
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,475–$1,860
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
7000 N Half Moon Dr #D, Bakersfield, CA 93309
3 beds
2 baths
$1,895
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 6
5d+ ago
Verified
3216 La Costa St #C, Bakersfield, CA 93306
2 beds
1 bath
$1,695
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 3
1d ago
3901 Q St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
2 beds
1 bath
$1,110
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
9h ago
3313 Chester Ln, Bakersfield, CA 93309
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Tevis Ranch house for rent in Bakersfield
3 beds
2 baths
$1,995
Price dropped $155Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
4808 Hahn Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309
3 beds
2 baths
$1,675
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
4008 Fishering Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93309
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
5100 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.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 October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Bakersfield?
Average rent prices in Bakersfield have increased by 2% 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 11% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $205 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Bakersfield?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Bakersfield are Downtown Bakersfield ($1,113/mo), Oleander Sunset ($1,250/mo), and Benton Park ($1,250/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?
June offers the best rental deals in Bakersfield, with rents running about 3.8% lower than November's peak prices. December also presents good opportunities with reduced competition among renters.
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).