Jasmine Parke
8400 White Rock Dr,
Bakersfield, CA 93312
$1,995 - $2,295
2-3 Beds
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
California State University, Bakersfield - Bakersfield, CA Area Guide
Academic hub of southern California’s oil country
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Opening its doors in 1970, CSU Bakersfield is one of the youngest schools in the California State University system, but has rapidly built a reputation as an excellent academic and cultural institution for the region. The university is well known for its unique petroleum geology program, and campus facilities like the CSUB Art Center and the Todd Madigan Art Gallery are major attractions for folks all around the community. The CSU Bakersfield campus sits in a mostly suburban area on the west end of town. Apartments, condos, and houses within walking distance of CSUB are plentiful, and often surprisingly budget-friendly. Many of the most affordable rentals near the university can be found just southeast of campus, in the Oaks, Amberton, and Sagepoint neighborhoods. A few large shopping centers are close by, and the Park at River Walk a few blocks west is a terrific place to soak in the sunshine, bike the trails, or catch a concert at Spectrum Amphitheatre. Downtown Bakersfield is a bit of a hike, but offers a stellar assortment of eclectic restaurants, art galleries, bars, and music venues.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Bakersfield, CA is $958 for a studio, $1,222 for one bedroom, $1,460 for two bedrooms, and $1,902 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bakersfield has increased by 0.8% in the past year.
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Studio
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451 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$958/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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641 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,222/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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907 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,460/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,200 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,902/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly California State University, Bakersfield - Bakersfield, CA (University) is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Daily Essentials
California State University, Bakersfield - Bakersfield, CA (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 20 Minute Walk
Groceries
50
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
50
/ 100
Good Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
60
/ 100
Fair Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
50
/ 100
Recreation
California State University, Bakersfield - Bakersfield, CA (University) provides ample green space and fitness centers within easy reach.
Exceptional Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
100
/ 100
Fair Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
50
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in California State University, Bakersfield - Bakersfield, CA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
30
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
20
/ 100
Moderately Noisy
Quiet Score
50
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
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- Buena Vista Museum of Natural History
- Kern County Museum
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