Student Housing in Bakersfield, CA
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Student Housing in Bakersfield
Bakersfield's vibrant student housing scene offers an ideal home base for pursuing higher education in California's Central Valley. With 33 diverse housing options strategically positioned near San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield, and Bakersfield College, students enjoy unbeatable proximity to campus life. The area pulses with authentic college-town energy, where student communities thrive in neighborhoods designed for young learners and professionals-in-training. The city delivers everything students crave: trendy dining spots, craft breweries, coffee shops, and entertainment venues catering to the academic crowd. Whether grabbing late-night tacos, studying at local cafés, or enjoying weekend nightlife, Bakersfield keeps students connected and engaged. Transportation remains seamless with accessible public transit, bike-friendly streets, and convenient parking options, making campus commutes stress-free and affordable. The competitive housing landscape ensures students find options matching every budget and lifestyle preference—from bustling shared apartments to quieter residential areas perfect for focused studying. Bakersfield's student housing market combines affordability with quality living, creating communities where friendships flourish and academic success thrives. Here, your housing choice becomes more than shelter; it becomes the foundation for an unforgettable college experience in a city that truly celebrates student life.
Housing Overview
- Location
- Bakersfield, CA
- Properties
- 24 listed
- Total Beds
- 0
What to Know About Bakersfield
Key highlights for students considering Bakersfield
33 student housing options available near campus
Three universities within the area for academic options
Affordable cost of living compared to California averages
Diverse dining scene with local and international cuisine
Public transit and biking options for campus commuting
Growing downtown area with entertainment venues
Student Life in Bakersfield
# Student Life in Bakersfield, California Bakersfield offers students an affordable and vibrant place to pursue their education. With three excellent institutions—California State University-Bakersfield, Bakersfield College, and San Joaquin Valley College—the city has developed a strong student-centered community. The warm climate and central Valley location make it ideal for those seeking outdoor activities and cultural experiences. Student-friendly neighborhoods cluster around campus areas, offering convenient access to lectures and libraries. These districts feature 33 housing options ranging from on-campus dorms to off-campus apartments, ensuring students find accommodations within their budgets. The job market is surprisingly robust for students. Bakersfield's diverse economy includes retail, agriculture, healthcare, and tech sectors, providing flexible part-time opportunities that work around academic schedules. Entertainment thrives downtown and along the arts district, where you'll find live music venues, restaurants, and galleries catering to younger crowds. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy nearby hiking at Kern River and various parks perfect for weekend escapes. Compared to other California college towns, Bakersfield's cost of living is remarkably reasonable. Rent, food, and transportation expenses are significantly lower than coastal universities, allowing students to stretch their budgets further. Bakersfield's unique charm lies in its rich cultural heritage and growing arts scene. The city hosts annual events celebrating music, food, and local traditions. Indigenous history, oil industry heritage, and contemporary innovation blend to create an authentic, welcoming atmosphere where students truly become part of a diverse community.
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Student Housing in Bakersfield
Stonemark
Stonemark is a 32-unit apartment community located at 3700 Q St in Bakersfield, approximately 2.3 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1973, the community offers amenities including a fitness center, full kitchens with dishwashers, 24/7 maintenance, gated access, and furnished balcony patios. Units feature air conditioning, cable TV, carpet flooring, and ceiling fans.
Canyon Creek Apartments
Canyon Creek Apartments is a 112-unit community located at 6100 Tudor Way in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 2.2 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1987, the property offers a range of amenities including a fitness center, hot tub, full kitchens with dishwashers, air conditioning, high-speed internet, and on-site laundry facilities. Units feature balcony patios, ceiling fans, and cable TV service.
Park Sorrento
Park Sorrento is a 258-unit apartment community located at 2731 Bernard St in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 1.5 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 2007, the property features amenities including a fitness center, game room, clubhouse, gated access, and units equipped with air conditioning, dishwashers, balcony patios, and hardwood or carpeted floors.
Country Club Vista
Country Club Vista is a 78-unit apartment community located at 3815 Columbus St in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 1.4 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1970, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens with dishwashers, and furnished balcony patios. Units feature hardwood floors, ceiling fans, fireplaces, and double vanities.
Riverview
Riverview is a 32-unit apartment community located at 4513 Verde Isla St in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 1.9 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1981, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, heating, a pool, laundry facilities, high-speed internet, and fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers and washer-dryer hookups.
Cedarwood Apartments
Cedarwood Apartments is an 80-unit apartment community located at 5101 Belle Ter in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 6.5 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1975, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, heating, a pool, laundry facilities, high-speed internet, and on-site management. Units feature balcony patios, dishwashers, garbage disposals, and standard appliances.
Terrace West Apartments
Terrace West Apartments is a 64-unit apartment community located at 1000 McDonald Way in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 6.2 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1977, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, high-speed internet, a pool, laundry facilities, and on-site management. The community is pet-friendly and units feature dishwashers, refrigerators, range ovens, walk-in closets, and ceiling fans.
Columbard Apartments
Columbard Apartments is a 76-unit apartment community located at 5801 Ming Ave in Bakersfield, approximately 7.2 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1976, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, a pool, and pet-friendly policies. Units feature full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals, carpet flooring, ceiling fans, and walk-in closets.
Del Pine Terrace
Del Pine Terrace is a 112-unit apartment community located at 4301 Belle Ter in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 6.1 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1982, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, a pool, hot tub, laundry facilities, and a BBQ grill. Units feature appliances such as dishwashers, garbage disposals, stainless steel ranges, ovens, and refrigerators.
Breakwater Apartments
Breakwater Apartments is a 112-unit community located at 3900 Riverlakes Dr in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 6.9 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 2004, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, pool, clubhouse, high-speed internet, and air conditioning. Units feature walk-in closets, ceiling fans, and heating.
Villa Mondavi
Villa Mondavi is an apartment community with 113 units located at 1100 Mondavi Way in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 7.9 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1994, the property features amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens, a pool, hot tub, high-speed internet, and gated community access. On-site management is available to residents.
Norwest
Norwest is a 96-unit apartment community located at 1300 Valhalla Dr in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 6.5 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1976, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, a pool, and pet-friendly policies. Units feature carpet, ceiling fans, dishwashers, microwaves, ranges, ovens, refrigerators, and window blinds.
Laurel Tree Apartments
Laurel Tree Apartments is a 98-unit apartment community located at 5401 Lennox Ave in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 6.2 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1974, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, dog park, community lounge, and 24/7 maintenance, with individual units featuring full kitchens, air conditioning, dishwashers, and balcony patios.
Mesa Creek Apartments
Mesa Creek Apartments is a 181-unit apartment community located at 3100 Ashe Rd in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 8.1 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1981, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, pool, hot tub, on-site management, and in-unit features such as air conditioning, dishwashers, and high-speed internet. Laundry facilities and various climate control options are available throughout the community.
Watermark apartments
Watermark Apartments is a 208-unit community built in 2013 located at 4930 Gosford Rd in Bakersfield, approximately 9.5 miles from Bakersfield College. The gated community offers amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, granite countertops, fitness center, clubhouse, high-speed internet, and air conditioning.
Sand Creek
Sand Creek is a 112-unit apartment community located at 3801 Ashe Rd in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 8.4 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1984, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, a pool, BBQ grill, and pet-friendly housing. Unit features include dishwashers, ranges, refrigerators, balcony patios, walk-in closets, carpet, ceiling fans, and window blinds.
The Grove
The Grove is a 142-unit apartment community located at 4801 Fruitvale Ave in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 5.7 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1994, the property offers fully furnished units with full kitchens, air conditioning, and in-unit amenities including dishwashers and ceiling fans. Community features include a fitness center, clubhouse, car wash station, EV charging, and controlled access.
Jasmine Parke Luxury Apartments
Jasmine Parke Luxury Apartments is a 160-unit apartment community located at 8400 White Rock Dr in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 7.5 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 2007, the community offers amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, coffee bar, gated access, and fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers. Units feature air conditioning, ceiling fans, balcony patios, cable TV, and carpeting.
Cambridge Village Apartments
Cambridge Village Apartments is a 320-unit apartment community located at 8200 N Laurelglen Blvd in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 8.5 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1991, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, basketball court, car wash, and full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals in units. Additional features include air conditioning, heating, ceiling fans, balcony patios, and 24/7 maintenance.
The Sunset Apartments - DGE Investments Management
The Sunset Apartments is a 58-unit apartment community located at 4401 Belle Ter in Bakersfield, approximately 6.1 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1982 and managed by DGE Investments Management, the property offers amenities including a pool, laundry facilities, on-site management, high-speed internet, and fully equipped kitchens with granite countertops.
Pine Brook Apartments
Pine Brook Apartments is a 240-unit apartment community located at 5000 Belle Ter in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 6.4 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1971, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, a fitness center, clubhouse, full kitchens with granite countertops, and various in-unit features such as air conditioning, dishwashers, and balcony patios.
Cedar Oaks
Cedar Oaks is a 98-unit apartment community located at 3300 Gosford Rd in Bakersfield, CA, approximately 8.8 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1984, the property offers fully furnished units equipped with full kitchens, in-unit washer/dryer, high-speed internet, and various amenities including air conditioning, dishwashers, and cable TV. The community features additional conveniences such as a coffee bar, balcony patios, and ceiling fans throughout.
Southgreen Apartments
Southgreen Apartments is an 80-unit community located at 5700 Ming Ave in Bakersfield, approximately 7.1 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1980, the property offers units equipped with air conditioning, full kitchens with dishwashers, balcony patios, and high-speed internet access. Residents have access to amenities including a clubhouse, courtyard with BBQ grill, and various in-unit features such as ceiling fans, fireplaces, and double vanities.
Ming Gardens
Ming Gardens is a 72-unit apartment community located at 6301 Ming Ave in Bakersfield, approximately 7.5 miles from Bakersfield College. Built in 1983, the property offers units equipped with full kitchens, dishwashers, air conditioning, and heating. Amenities include 24/7 maintenance, a hot tub, BBQ grill, and furnished balcony patios.
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