Keep it Simple Cremation
Bakersfield, CA · cheap funeral home
Keep it Simple Cremation serves Bakersfield, CA with a price-first approach to funeral and cremation arrangements. For the lowest spend, direct cremation starts at $1,100. Local families rate the firm 4.9 stars across 83 Google reviews. Families can arrange a respectful service without overpaying.
What families say
Brenda has handled multiple families' cremations at pricing customers specifically called 'very reasonable' and 'the cheapest' available. Paul provided detailed walk-throughs and regular call updates, even working weekends for distant families. One early customer waited a week for pickup notifications, though most reported the service moved quickly.
Direct cremation · starting price
What's included
- Transport from place of death
- Cremation process and authorization paperwork
- Basic alternative container
- Filing of death certificate
- Return of cremated remains to family
What's NOT included
- Public viewing or visitation
- Casket upgrade or rental
- Embalming and cosmetic preparation
- Cemetery plot or interment fees
- Memorial merchandise (urn upgrade, keepsakes)
Published prices at this home
| Direct cremation | $1,100 |
Sourced from Keep it Simple Cremation's General Price List (FTC Funeral Rule, 16 CFR Part 453). Final cost varies based on selected merchandise and location-specific fees.
Cheaper nearby
3 budget homes within 50 miles undercut this price.
Common questions
What are the lowest funeral prices at Keep it Simple Cremation?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,100. Direct cremation is usually the most budget-friendly choice; the final bill depends on the merchandise and services you pick.
Where is Keep it Simple Cremation, and how do I get a price quote?
Keep it Simple Cremation is at 4900 California Ave. Tower B Ste. 200 in Bakersfield, CA. You can reach the home at (661) 396-6500. Ask for the general price list to compare its costs.
Does Keep it Simple Cremation offer low-cost cremation?
Yes. Direct cremation at Keep it Simple Cremation starts at $1,100 — usually the most affordable option for families.
Does Keep it Simple Cremation have good reviews for the price?
Keep it Simple Cremation holds a 4.9-star rating across 83 Google reviews — worth weighing alongside its low published prices.
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