Apartments for Rent in Bakersfield, CA

Top neighborhoods in Bakersfield

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  Oleander-sunset

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  What it’s like to live in Oleander-sunset

  Established character distinguishes Oleander-Sunset, where this southwestern Bakersfield neighborhood offers traditional California living with mature landscaping creating natural beauty rare in newer developments. The district features modest mid-century homes and garden apartments with surprisingly generous outdoor spaces capitalizing on Bakersfield's favorable climate for outdoor living most months. In Oleander-Sunset, renters find Bakersfield's ideal combination of central positioning with residential tranquility, creating balanced environments increasingly valued as lifestyle considerations continue affecting housing decisions beyond purely economic calculations reflecting growing appreciation for established neighborhoods beyond purely contemporary developments increasingly dominating Bakersfield's expanding housing market with limited architectural distinction despite premium pricing based purely on construction date rather than genuine quality considerations increasingly important for discerning renters seeking character beyond merely functional shelter arrangements.

  Great for

  • Families
  • Retirees
  • Professionals
  • Young Renters
  • Commuters

  Neighborhood vibe

  • Mixed-Use
  • Peaceful
  • Mixed-Use & Commercial

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  Park Stockdale

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  What it’s like to live in Park Stockdale

  Mid-century charm characterizes Park Stockdale, where ranch homes with distinctive architectural details create a time-capsule neighborhood in southwest Bakersfield. The community surrounds its namesake park with popular tennis courts and swimming facilities, while the commercial district provides practical amenities from grocery stores to medical offices serving daily needs. Most rentals include surprisingly spacious yards with established landscaping creating natural privacy between properties. Though summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F, the established tree canopy provides essential shade absent in newer developments with their recently planted saplings. The neighborhood's location provides quick access to both downtown employment and residential amenities, creating reasonable commutes without excessive travel times in either direction.

  Great for

  • Families
  • Retirees
  • Dog Owners
  • Outdoor Enthusiasts
  • Commuters

  Neighborhood vibe

  • Suburban
  • Green Spaces
  • Family-Friendly

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  Lakeview

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  What it’s like to live in Lakeview

  True to its name, Lakeview centers around Park at River Walk with its beautiful ponds creating unexpected water features in typically arid Bakersfield. Rental options include newer apartment communities with amenities like fitness centers and community pools unusual at these price points. The neighborhood provides excellent access to both Highway 99 connections and the Marketplace shopping district, though summer brings intense heat requiring reliable air conditioning and higher utility costs.

  Great for

  • Families
  • Retirees
  • Dog Owners
  • Outdoor Enthusiasts
  • Commuters

  Neighborhood vibe

  • Suburban
  • Green Spaces
  • Family-Friendly

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