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5060 California Ave Ste 610, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Performance Property Management is a Bakersfield company managing single-family homes, apartments and vacation homes in Kern and Tulare counties, including Taft, Arvin, Delano, Visalia and Porterville.
In their words: “We conduct inspections upon move-in and move-out and ensure all maintenance issues are addressed in a timely manner.”
7606 Meany Ave #101, Bakersfield, CA 93308
Ascend Real Estate And Property Management is a locally owned Bakersfield company, founded in 2010, that manages more than 1,800 rental units across Kern County and also offers home sales and remodeling.
In their words: “Without the right property management, you risk excessive vacancies, legal issues, and property damage that could turn your investment into a liability…”
2020 Eye St Ste 233, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Rentify is a locally owned Bakersfield company that manages single-family homes and multifamily rental properties for owners in Bakersfield, handling marketing, tenant screening and day-to-day management.
Review summary: Owners consistently describe a responsive, proactive manager who communicates clearly and finds good tenants.
1527 19th St Ste 426, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Total Property Management Services is a Bakersfield company that offers customizable management services for rental homes, apartments and investment properties.
Review summary: Owners and tenants often mention clear, fast communication, helpful staff and quick tenant placement.
2020 Eye St Ste 444, Bakersfield, CA 93301
CalWestern Property Management is a Bakersfield company that manages single-family homes, condos, apartments and commercial property, handling tenant screening, leasing and maintenance.
Review summary: Tenants and owners consistently describe a professional, responsive manager who keeps them updated on requests.
1700 K St STE 200, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Central Cal Management is a family-owned Bakersfield property management and real estate business managing single-family homes, multi-unit dwellings, apartment buildings and commercial properties in Bakersfield.
601 24th St suite a, Bakersfield, CA 93301
American Property Management is a Bakersfield company managing single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, townhomes and condos across Bakersfield and Kern County, and it also handles home sales.
In their words: “We are a full-service property management company, serving all of Kern County, with a combined 60+ years of experience in the real estate business.”
Review summary: Tenants, many renting for years, mention fast repairs and a helpful, accommodating owner.
5405 Stockdale Hwy #106, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Bakersfield Property Management is a Bakersfield company that manages residential rental properties for individual owners and investment companies in Bakersfield.
Review summary: Owners and renters often describe a professional, responsive team and a friendly, helpful leasing process.
4900 California Ave Suite 210 B, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Liberty One Real Estate Group is a Bakersfield company managing homes, duplexes, triplexes, apartments, condos and townhomes across Kern County.
Review summary: Renters and owners often describe kind, patient staff and a smooth application process.
2008 21st St Ste 200, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Real Property Management Bakersfield is the local office of the Real Property Management franchise, managing single-family homes, condos and small multi-family rentals in Bakersfield.
In their words: “From screening tenants to handling maintenance and reporting, we manage it all.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention a helpful, communicative maintenance team that coordinates repairs quickly.
Serves the Bakersfield area · no public office address, so no map pin
Manage That Real Estate Sales & Management serves the Bakersfield area, managing residential, commercial and investment rentals, securing vacant properties and helping clients buy and sell real estate.
In their words: “Before we proceed with any project, we will make sure you know the exact amount each job will cost before any work is done.”
5329 Office Centre Ct Ste 201, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Viridis Property Management is a Bakersfield company managing single-family homes, apartments and RV parking spaces in Bakersfield and Kern County.
In their words: “Viridis Property Management is proud to service the Kern County area with various services assisting investors, owners, and tenants with the idea that whether you own property or looking to find a place to call home or we are here at your service.”
Review summary: Renters often describe understanding, knowledgeable staff who make the rental process simple.
Serves the Bakersfield area · no public office address, so no map pin
Freedom Realty and Property Management serves the Bakersfield area, managing rental homes, residential portfolios and commercial properties in Bakersfield and the Kern River Valley, including Kernville and Lake Isabella.
In their words: “We respond to your requests quickly & ensure you always know what's taking place with your rental home.”
7702 Meany Ave #105, Bakersfield, CA 93308
All Property Management & Sales is a Bakersfield company managing single-family homes, duplexes and multi-family properties in Bakersfield and Kern County towns such as Taft, Shafter, Wasco, Delano and Arvin, and it also handles sales.
In their words: “In the unfortunate event that a tenant needs to be evicted from your rental, we will cover the cost of a simple uncontested eviction”
Review summary: Tenants mostly mention friendly, patient staff, good communication and prompt service.
404 18th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Home Rental Development is a Bakersfield company providing residential and multi-family property management in Kern County, including tenant placement, rent collection and lease administration.
404 Hollyhill Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312
Premium Property Management is a Bakersfield company that manages single-family rental homes as well as small commercial and industrial buildings for owners throughout Bakersfield.
In their words: “At Premium Property Management LLC, we offer comprehensive property management solutions that encompass property maintenance, rent collection, tenant relations, and thorough property inspections.”
4660 American Ave #102, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Distinctive Properties is a Bakersfield company managing single-family homes and multi-unit properties, with an in-house maintenance crew and over 30 years serving local owners and tenants.
In their words: “We specialize in rental of residential dwellings.”
Review summary: Tenants often mention friendly, attentive staff and quick responses when something needs fixing.
Serves the Bakersfield area · no public office address, so no map pin
Kern Property Management serves the Shafter area and has managed single-family homes, small multi-unit buildings, apartment complexes and office units in Bakersfield since 2011.
In their words: “We conduct yearly interior inspections to make sure that your home or apartment is being well taken care of by the renters.”
4200 Easton Dr #2, Bakersfield, CA 93309
TruStar Properties is a Bakersfield company managing multi-family apartment communities and single-family homes in Bakersfield, Shafter, Taft, Delano and Arvin.
In their words: “If a resident breaks a lease, we find a replacement for no additional fee.”
Review summary: Residents often describe a helpful, attentive on-site manager who keeps repairs moving and answers questions patiently.
4420 Easton Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Portfolio Property Management is a Bakersfield-based firm offering third-party management of multifamily, retail and office properties in Bakersfield, Fresno, San Jose, Santa Barbara, Ventura and other California cities.
In their words: “Court appointed receivership across all 52 California counties, with a $1M bonding capacity ready in 24 hours.”
201 New Stine Rd Ste 300-8, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Heritage Real Estate & Property Management is a Bakersfield firm offering commercial brokerage and property management for multifamily, retail, medical and industrial properties and rental homes across Kern County and the Central Valley.
In their words: “Heritage Real Estate & Management provides integrated commercial brokerage and property management services for investors, landlords, and business owners across Kern County and the Central Valley.”
Review summary: Tenants often mention good communication, an easy application process and polite, accommodating managers.
5701 Truxtun Ave Ste 220, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Match Point Property Management is a Bakersfield company managing residential rental properties in the greater Bakersfield area and Kern County towns such as Taft, Wasco, Shafter and Arvin.
In their words: “All deposits are held in trust and returned in accordance with California law within 21 days of lease termination, less any applicable deductions for repairs or unpaid rent.”
2524 K St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Saggon is a Bakersfield property management company that focuses on providing safe, well-kept rental homes for families in the Bakersfield area.
2015 24th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Brookside Property Management is a Bakersfield company managing single-family homes, duplexes through fourplexes and apartment buildings across Kern County, and it also offers investor, construction and landscaping services.
In their words: “We offer a full range of accounting and financial services including monthly and annual reporting.”
Review summary: Owners, several with them for many years, mention detailed accounting, reliable deposits and a responsive manager.
SAN MAR Properties is a Central Valley company with over 44 years in real estate management, handling HOAs, multifamily communities, senior and affordable housing, single-family homes and commercial property from Fresno and Clovis to Bakersfield, Porterville and Delano.
In their words: “Our company manages communities across Fresno, Clovis, Porterville, Bakersfield, Delano, Reedley, Dinuba, Coalinga, Hanford, and Oakhurst.”
5555 California Ave #200, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Kelly & Eccleston Management is a family-owned Bakersfield company founded in 1964 that mainly manages community associations, plus residential, multifamily and commercial investment property, in Bakersfield and the Central Valley.
In their words: “Kelly & Eccleston Management, a family owned business, has been providing personal service and quality results for clients in Bakersfield and the Central Valley since 1964.”
5500 Ming Ave Ste 380, Bakersfield, CA 93309
eHomes of Bakersfield is a Bakersfield company that has managed condos, single-family homes, multiplexes and apartment buildings in Kern County since 2001, and it also offers brokerage and consulting services.
In their words: “All of our property managers are also licensed real estate agents and are highly trained to coordinate the many tasks involved in management.”
HRU Property Management is the rental management arm of Homes R Us Realty, a Bakersfield real estate company that opened in 2001, and manages single-family rental homes across Kern County.
In their words: “When Homes R Us Realty, Inc, opened its doors in 2001, we wanted to separate ourselves from the crowd.”
Able Property Management has served rental owners in Bakersfield and the Kern River Valley since 1980, managing homes and apartment complexes.
In their words: “We keep our clients informed through monthly statements detailing the revenues and expenses associated with each location.”
1701 Westwind Dr Ste 207, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Basham Management is a family-run Bakersfield company that manages homeowner associations and commercial properties, handling accounting, owner matters and maintenance.
1400 Chester Ave Ste d, Bakersfield, CA 93301
At Home Property Management is a Bakersfield company that manages and leases single-family rental homes for property owners throughout the Bakersfield area.
In their words: “From maintaining properties to advertising them, At Home Property Management ensures a smooth rental transaction for all parties involved.”
M.D. Atkinson Co is a Bakersfield firm, founded in 1982, managing office, industrial and retail property, about 3,600 residential doors and HOAs across the San Joaquin Valley, Central Coast and Southern California.
In their words: “Founded in 1982, M.D. Atkinson Company, Inc., provides a variety of asset management, property management, strategic planning, and financial services.”
4949 Buckley Way Ste 101, Bakersfield, CA 93309
KBS Property Management, part of KBS Real Estate Services, is a Bakersfield company managing single-family homes and investment properties in Bakersfield and the southern San Joaquin Valley.
Locator Property Management is a Bakersfield company, founded in 1974 by a local Coldwell Banker broker, managing residential, multi-family, commercial and industrial property across Kern County.
In their words: “Locator has been managing properties in Bakersfield and some surrounding areas for over 40 years.”
Intercontinental Realty is a property management firm serving the local community since 1978, with offices in Ventura and Bakersfield managing residential and commercial rentals.
In their words: “Intercontinental Realty has been serving the local community since 1978.”
9101 Camino Media, Bakersfield, CA 93311
Watson Property Management is a property management company with an office in Bakersfield that leases and manages rental homes for owners in the area.
131 Chester Ave # A, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Executive Realty & Investments is a Bakersfield company managing single-family homes, multi-family residences and investment properties across Kern County, including Arvin, Lamont, Oildale, Shafter and Wasco.
Review summary: Owners and tenants often describe friendly, patient staff, clear communication and a smooth process.
300 H St, Bakersfield, CA 93304
Realty Management Services is a Bakersfield company serving Kern County since 1972, managing single-family homes, duplexes to five-plexes, apartment complexes, condos and homeowners associations.
Review summary: Most tenants describe patient, understanding and communicative staff who respond quickly to questions and issues.
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Rents in Bakersfield are $79 above the Kern County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent rose in 8 of the last 12 months: +$58 in all since Oct 2025.
Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Bakersfield's typical asking rent is $79 (4.3%) above the county. The gap is growing compared with a year ago.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Bakersfield is number 2 of 4 cities in the county by typical asking rent.
Cities with at least 13 months of Zillow data. Left out (too few months): Rosamond, Shafter, Taft, Wasco. Linked cities have their own page.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed, 1-year change. Data through September 2026.
Rents here usually rise most in March, June and July, so those are good months to list your rental.
Average change from the month before, 11 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield | $1,901 | +3.1% | 38 |
| Shafter | $2,344 | 1 | |
| Tehachapi | $2,160 | +5.5% | 3 |
| Porterville | $1,475 | +4.1% | 4 |
| Rosamond | $2,149 | 0 | |
| Tulare | $1,792 | +3.2% | 5 |
| Ojai | $3,747 | 1 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Bakersfield-Delano, CA MSA. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
Official sources: California Attorney General: limits on rent increases · California Courts: evictions · Civil Code 1947.12 (rent cap) · Civil Code 1946.2 (just cause)
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Compare the 38 property management companies in Bakersfield, Kern County. We matched a current California real estate license for 14 of them. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step. Highly rated managers based nearby, in Shafter, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Bakersfield is $1,901 (September 2026); +3.1% over the past year and +28.8% over five years. About 39.4% of homes in Bakersfield are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 3.6% (Census, 2020-2024).
We list 38 property management companies in Bakersfield, CA: 35 with an office in the city and 3 that serve the area from elsewhere or without a public office address. 14 of them have a License Confirmed badge: a clear match to an active California real estate license.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Bakersfield was $1,901 a month in September 2026, +3.1% on a year earlier.
Over the 11 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in March, June and July. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
Yes. In California, managing rentals for other people generally requires a real estate broker license from the Department of Real Estate (DRE), or working under a licensed broker. You can check any license number on the DRE website.
Fees depend on the company, the property and the services you need, and few companies publish them. Ask for a written quote that lists the monthly fee, leasing fee and any other charges. You can request quotes from up to 3 managers at once on this page.
The default order, Best match, uses each company's Google rating adjusted for how many reviews it has, so a 4.8 rating from 100 reviews ranks above a 5.0 from 2. License Confirmed companies get a small boost. No company can pay for its position.
Yes. Requesting quotes is free for property owners and there is no obligation to hire anyone.