South San Lauren

Bakersfield, CA

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South San Lauren - Bakersfield, CA

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Family-friendly convenience just west of Bakersfield

Quiet Suburban Affordable Close-Knit Family-Friendly

South San Lauren is situated west of Downtown Bakersfield across the Kern River and is characterized by sprawling residential developments, pristine streets, and a close-knit community. Suburban conveniences blend with small-town charm to provide a family-friendly locale just outside the buzz of Bakersfield. Head to Fruitvale Avenue or Coffee Road to get a taste of the area’s dining options, including a local speakeasy and plenty of grocers.

Quick access to Highway 58 and 99 makes commuting for either work or leisure a breeze. South San Lauren rentals include amenity-laden apartment complexes and affordable single-family homes in the typical Bakersfield style: stucco walls with a terracotta roof.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in South San Lauren is $803 for a studio, $1,006 for one bedroom, $1,372 for two bedrooms, and $1,889 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South San Lauren has increased by 6.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 461 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $803/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 750 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,006/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,133 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,372/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,460 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,889/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

37

Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

3

Minimal Transit

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

48

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.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Buena Vista Museum of Natural History
  • Kern County Museum

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Meadows Field

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