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Apartments Under $1,200 in Bakersfield, CA

121 - 148 of 148 Results
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$1,050
Park Villa Apartments
1405 White Ln Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,095 - 1,195
H St. Bakers
3143 S H St Bakersfield, CA
1 - 2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$950 - 995
Apartment For Rent On 3311 Union Avenue
3311 Union Ave Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,175
Crest View Apartments
730 James Rd Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,050
1212 California St
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,095
140 Norris Rd
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$1,200
119 Decatur St
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$750
1407 26th St
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$995
416 Monterey St
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$995
4171 California Ave. #9 -studio
4171 California Ave #09 Bakersfield, CA
Studio | Available Now
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$1,175
Sunset Apartments
4401 Belle Ter Bakersfield, CA
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$900
1426 Lake St
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$995
16th Street 1914/1916
1914 1916 16th St Bakersfield, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Downtown Bakersfield
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$950 - 1,095
Convenient Living Awaits: Spacious Units Near Essential Amenities And Freeway Access
214 Beardsley Ave Bakersfield, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$750 - 850
132 L St
Bakersfield, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$995
1801 S Real Rd
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,150
610 N. Baker / 743 W. Oak St
Stockton, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
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$883 - 1,085
Park Meadows Apartments
840 Park Meadows Ave Bakersfield, CA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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$850
Bk0113
113 Hopkins Ave Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,150
2500 Ashe Rd
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$ Ask - 1,650
Polo Villas
4201 Jewetta Avenue Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Section 8
Air Conditioning
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$1,150
1 Bed 1 Bath - Move In Special!
1401 Mcdonald Way Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
621 Olive St
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$895
2605 Mount Vernon Ave Unit One
Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,050
2102 Castro Ln
Bakersfield, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$875
Comfortable Studios In Central Bakersfield
2410 S M St Bakersfield, CA
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$1,100
137 - 2315 Terrace Way
2315 Terrace Way Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$895
Convenient Living Awaits: Spacious Units Near Essential Amenities And Freeway Access
210 Beardsley Ave Bakersfield, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 148 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 105 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 346 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 433 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: February Rental Information

Welcome to the February 2026 Bakersfield Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the February 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 5 10 15 20 <$900 $940 $1,020 $1,100 $1,180 $1,260 $1,340 $1,420 $1,500 $1,580 $1,660 $1,740 $1,820 $1,900 $1,980
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Bakersfield stands at $1,180, with the majority falling between $840 and $1,960. Out of the 1,106 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Bakersfield, 341 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
158
In February 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 157 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 February M/M % Change
Bakersfield, CA 159 +1.04%
Taft, CA 2 +1.13%
Lamont, CA 2 +1.0%
Wasco, CA 2 +1.0%
Arvin, CA 2 +1.0%
Shafter, CA 1 +1.14%
Buttonwillow, CA 1 +0.75%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Bakersfield?

Available apartments under $1,200 884
Top amenities Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Microwave, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 44
Utilities included 27
Studio 27
1 Bedroom 94
2 Bedroom 72
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