Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Kern County, CA
The median gross rent in Kern County is $1,161 — 10% below the California state median. It ranks #16 of 57 counties for affordability.
Median rent$1,161
1-bedroom$820
2-bedroom$1,077
3-bedroom$1,401
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How to find the cheapest rent in Kern County
- Target the $820–$1,077 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within California.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Kern County
- Modoc County$796
- Trinity County$928
- Imperial County$961
- Glenn County$978
- Siskiyou County$984