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Four Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA

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Living & Renting in Bakersfield

Bakersfield at a Glance

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$1,204
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Some Transit

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Bakersfield, CA Apartments for Rent

Nestled in the southern San Joaquin Valley, Bakersfield offers apartments for rent in a city known for its agricultural and oil production heritage. Those searching for apartments in Bakersfield will find rental options throughout the city's 151 square miles, with neighborhoods including Southwest Bakersfield, the Downtown area, and the Northwest region. These areas feature a range of housing choices from contemporary apartment communities to established properties, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,188 per month.

Bakersfield residents experience a desert climate with hot summers and mild winters, perfect for exploring outdoor destinations like the Kern River, Hart Memorial Park, and the Panorama Bluffs. The city celebrates its musical heritage at venues like the historic Fox Theater and Buck Owens Crystal Palace, while the Kern County Museum showcases local history. Home to California State University Bakersfield and Bakersfield College, the city provides educational opportunities alongside convenient access to Los Angeles via Highways 99 and 5, approximately 100 miles south.

Why Bakersfield?

  • Visiting the Bakersfield Sound Museum, Buck Owen’s Crystal Palace, and Kern County Museum.
  • Nearby attractions include Silver City Ghost Town, the Kern River Preserve, and Fort Tejon State Park.
  • Bakersfield’s Downtown Arts District includes the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History and the Fox Theater.
  • Catch a Bakersfield Condors ice hockey game, concerts, and other events at the Rabobank Arena.
  • California State University, Bakersfield is located on a 375-acre campus and enrolls roughly 8,300 students a year.
  • The 370-acre Hart Park features two lakes and three canals, a band stand, barbecue areas, and two 18-hole disc golf courses.

Renting in Bakersfield

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Getting Around Bakersfield

Transportation

48

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
45

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
22

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Stockdale High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,298 Students
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Frontier High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,072 Students
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Liberty High

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Public
Grades 9-12
2,358 Students
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Centennial High

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Grades 9-12
2,175 Students
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Ridgeview High

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Grades 9-12
2,688 Students
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Leon H. Ollivier Middle

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Grades 6-8
1,008 Students
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Earl Warren Junior High

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Grades 7-8
937 Students
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Rosedale Middle

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Public
Grades 7-8
745 Students
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Freedom Middle

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Grades 7-8
698 Students
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Fruitvale Junior High

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Grades 7-8
652 Students
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W. A. Kendrick Elementary

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Grades K-5
679 Students
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Ronald Reagan Elementary

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Grades K-6
897 Students
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Norris Elementary

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Public
Grades K-6
860 Students
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William B. Bimat Elementary

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Public
Grades K-6
515 Students
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Old River Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
867 Students

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