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Apartments Under $1,200 in Bakersfield, CA

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$1,195
Santa Rosa
901 W Columbus St Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,145 - 1,195
Parkside Apartments
5100 Ming Ave Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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4
$1,125 - 1,200
Pacific Pines
3901 Q St Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,200
Gated Community 2Bed 1.5 Bath Townhomes
2010 Larcus Ave Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,175
Park Sorrento
2731 Bernard St Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Sep. 3, 2026
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$1,200
The Rowan
1405 White Ln Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$883 - 1,158
Springwood Court Apts
5451 Norris Rd Bakersfield, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$975 - 1,150
Kentucky Villa Apartments
2006 Kentucky St Bakersfield, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$1,040 - 1,095
College View Apartments
2401 Christmas Tree Ln Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,095
318 Highland Dr
318-320 Highland Dr Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$975
1849 Golden State Ave
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Sep. 29, 2026
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$995
1405 Pacific St
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
914 Quincy St
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Oct. 26, 2026
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$1,200
117 Hughes Ave
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$925
Knotts St 700
700 Knotts St Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$900 - 1,195
520-530 Union Ave
Bakersfield, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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9
$1,100
1518 Palm Dr
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,125
1015 Pacific St
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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11
$1,200
3901 Soranno Ave
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$900
1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Back Unit
1421 1/2 El Rancho Dr Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,050
Williams St Complex
4041 & 4043 Williams St Unit #1-9 Eureka, CA
1 BR | Sep. 3, 2026
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$1,150
2531 Olive St
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Sep. 14, 2026
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$995
2909 S Chester Ave
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$975
7Alc
2003 Lester St Bakersfield, CA
Studio | Available Now
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$772
500 R St
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,025
1400 Valhalla Dr
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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$1,000
3003 Peerless Ave
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$975
Chateau D'or
Chateau Dor 117 Real RD Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,150 - 1,175
3401 WIBLE
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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 131 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 91 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 359 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 462 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 $42,000.

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

  1. Downtown Bakersfield

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

Welcome to the August 2026 Bakersfield Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 2026 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 10 20 30 40 <$800 $860 $980 $1,100 $1,220 $1,340 $1,460 $1,580 $1,700 $1,820 $1,940 $2,060 $2,180 >$2,300
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Bakersfield stands at $1,250, with the majority falling between $850 and $2,300. Out of the 1,171 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Bakersfield, 355 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 30% of the total available one-bedroom units in Bakersfield.

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

Bakersfield, CA
Taft, CA
Wasco, CA
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In August 2026, there are an abundance of affordable apartments available for rent in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding cities. Bakersfield itself boasts the largest inventory with 139 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 August M/M % Change
Bakersfield, CA 124 +1.05%
Taft, CA 7 +1.13%
Wasco, CA 3 +0.73%
Lamont, CA 2 +1.07%
Shafter, CA 2 +1.0%
Arvin, CA 1 +0.83%
McFarland, CA 1 +0.5%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Bakersfield?

Available apartments under $1,200 965
Top amenities Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Microwave, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 43
Utilities included 34
Studio 23
1 Bedroom 81
2 Bedroom 67
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