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Apartments Under $1,200 in Bakersfield, CA

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$1,199
Bakersfield - California Avenue
3318 California Ave Bakersfield, CA
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$1,195
Santa Rosa
901 W Columbus St Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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4
$1,095
Pacific Pines
3901 Q St Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,125 - 1,195
Mirage, Bakersfield
2601 S Real Rd Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,040
College View Apartments
2401 Christmas Tree Ln Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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10
$1,145
Parkside Apartments
5100 Ming Ave Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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30
$883 - 1,158
Springwood Court Apts
5451 Norris Rd Bakersfield, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$1,200
Larcus Avenue Townhomes
2010 Larcus Ave Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$1,025
1605 Howard Ave
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
1701 B St
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Feb. 1, 2026
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$1,050
163 - 2416 Kentucky
2416 1/2 Kentucky St Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$915 - 975
Pacific Terrace
3701 Q St Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$900
1010 L St
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$850
605 El Tejon Ave
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$990
2531 Olive St
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Jan. 23, 2026
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$995
1401 Pacific St
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$772
500 R St
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,125
Casa Real
Casa Real Apartments 2224 So Real Rd Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,050
1115 9Th St
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$995
2618 Nelson St
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,050
139 - 4729P -1107 Quincy St Rb
1107 Quincy St Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$895
23rd Street
2110 23Rd St Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$795
200 Lincoln Ave
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,150
1001 W Columbus St
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$975
1811 California Avenue - Sunset At Oleander
1811 California Ave Bakersfield, CA
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$1,175
Actis 2609
2609 Actis St Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,200
5910 Tandil Way
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$750
1213 Dawn St
Bakersfield, CA
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$1,150
Cornell and Columbus
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,000
1400 Kern St
Bakersfield, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,200 are available in Bakersfield, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 147 apartments under $1,200 in Bakersfield currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,200 are available in Bakersfield?

Rentable.co has 104 studio apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Bakersfield.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Bakersfield?

Rentable.co has 308 one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Bakersfield.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Bakersfield?

Rentable.co has 426 two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Bakersfield.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,200 in Bakersfield, CA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,200 in Bakersfield based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $40,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,200 for rent in Bakersfield, CA?

  1. Downtown Bakersfield

Apartments Under $1,200 in Bakersfield, CA: December Rental Information

Welcome to the December 2025 Bakersfield Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 key findings and figures for the Bakersfield rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,200 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Bakersfield and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insights into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,200 in Bakersfield. Whether you're a student, young professional, or small family, Rentable's apartment search platform can help you find a rental that fits your budget and needs.
0 7 15 22 30 <$800 $840 $920 $1,000 $1,080 $1,160 $1,240 $1,320 $1,400 $1,480 $1,560 $1,640 $1,720 $1,800 $1,880 $1,960
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Bakersfield stands at $1,150, with the majority falling between $830 and $1,980. Out of the 1,002 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Bakersfield, 309 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 31% of the total available one-bedroom units in Bakersfield.

Available Apartments Under $1,200: Bakersfield vs. Surrounding Areas

Bakersfield, CA
Taft, CA
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In December 2025, there are an abundance of affordable apartments available for rent in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding cities. Bakersfield itself boasts the largest inventory with 162 apartments under $1,200. Additionally, there are numerous options outside of Bakersfield in McFarland, Shafter, Taft, Wasco, Arvin, Caliente, Buttonwillow, and Lamont that offer affordable living. This data indicates that prospective renters have a wide range of choices when it comes to finding a budget-friendly apartment in the Bakersfield, CA metro area.

Apartments Under $1,200 Now vs. Last Month: Bakersfield and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,200 in December M/M % Change
Bakersfield, CA 166 +0.89%
Taft, CA 4 +1.26%
Lamont, CA 2 +1.14%
Wasco, CA 2 -0.2%
Arvin, CA 1 +0.4%
Shafter, CA 1 +1.0%
Buttonwillow, CA 1 +1.2%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Bakersfield?

Available apartments under $1,200 906
Top amenities Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Microwave, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 46
Utilities included 35
Studio 30
1 Bedroom 103
2 Bedroom 80
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