The closest neighborhood to San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield's main entrance. Walk to class in minutes — coffee shops and convenience stores line the main strip. Best for: Freshmen, commuters, anyone who wants zero commute. Typical rent: $2,750–$4,650/mo.

Distance varies by block — tour from Bakersfield Heights to your campus buildings before signing.

Expect $2,750–$4,650/mo in Bakersfield Heights. Studio: $2,200/mo; 1 bedroom: $2,700/mo; 2 bedroom: $3,750/mo; Area range: $2,750–$4,650/mo.

Bakersfield Heights scores 84/100 on our student-housing safety model. Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this h…

Bakersfield Heights is a short transit or bike ride to San Joaquin Valley -Bakersfield. Transit convenience near Bakersfield, CA scores about 75/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

About 76% of residents near Bakersfield Heights rent rather than own. Roughly 67% undergrad vs 33% graduate renters — Freshmen, commuters, anyone who wants zero commute.

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield, starting 90 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

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