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Homes for Sale in Bakersfield, CA

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1,690

Active Listings

$479,314

Avg. Price

$25,000

Starting From

$8,560,630

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How much do homes cost in Bakersfield?

The median home price in Bakersfield is $429,900, with listings ranging from $25,000 to $8,560,630. Buyers can expect to pay around $242/sqft on average. Homes typically spend 34 days on market.

Price Distribution

Under $500K
1172 (69%)
$500K-$1M
465 (28%)
$1M-$2.5M
46 (3%)
$2.5M-$5M
5 (0%)
$5M+
2 (0%)

Recent Price Drops in Bakersfield

15 Bakersfield homes dropped price in the last 30 days · average drop -3.2%.

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Top-Rated Schools in Bakersfield

Schools serving multiple Bakersfield listings, rated 7+ on a 10-point scale.

Frontier High School

9/10

Stockdale High School

9/10

Ronald Reagan Elementary School

9/10

Liberty High School

8/10

Centennial High School

8/10

General Shafter Elementary School

8/10

Independence Elementary School

8/10

Quailwood Elementary School

8/10

About Bakersfield

Bakersfield is a city in and the county seat of Kern County, California, United States. The city covers about 151 sq mi (390 km2) near the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley, which is located in the Central Valley region. (Wikipedia)

Climate: Average year-round temperature is 61°F with 311 dry days per year and 13.8 inches of annual rainfall.

What types of homes are for sale in Bakersfield?

Single Family (1448)Multi-Family (122)Manufactured (81)Condo (38)Townhouse (1)

Bakersfield listings average 3.5 bedrooms, 2.3 bathrooms, and 1,961 square feet. The average year built is 1981. Single Family homes are the most common property type, making up 86% of available inventory.

Popular Neighborhoods in Bakersfield

Southwest Bakersfield51 listings
Central Bakersfield40 listings
Northwest Bakersfield33 listings
North Bakersfield31 listings
Northeast Bakersfield13 listings

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About Living in Bakersfield, California

Active inventory in Bakersfield stands at 1690 listings, priced between $25,000 to $8,560,630. The median comes in at $429,900, averaging $242 per square foot, and single family properties make up 86% of what's for sale. Multi-Family (7%) and Manufactured (5%) round out the mix.

Expect 3.5 bedrooms, 2.3 bathrooms, 1,961 square feet on an average listing in Bakersfield. Average year built: 1981. Homes typically go under contract after 34 days on market.

Most of the current inventory in Bakersfield is concentrated in Southwest Bakersfield, Central Bakersfield, Northwest Bakersfield, North Bakersfield. These neighborhoods differ sharply on price, style, and commute profile, so it pays to compare before narrowing.

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Frequently asked questions about homes for sale in Bakersfield

How many homes are for sale in Bakersfield, CA?

There are 1,690 homes for sale in Bakersfield, CA right now, with prices ranging from $25,000 to $8,560,630. Inventory is refreshed daily from live listing feeds.

What is the median home price in Bakersfield?

The median home price in Bakersfield is $429,900, with an average of $479,314. Prices span $25,000 to $8,560,630 across 1,690 current listings.

What is the average price per square foot in Bakersfield?

The average price per square foot in Bakersfield is $242 based on current listings. Per-sqft varies meaningfully by neighborhood and property type within the city.

What types of homes are for sale in Bakersfield?

Single Family homes dominate Bakersfield inventory at 86% of listings. Multi-Family (7%) and Manufactured (5%) round out the mix.

What does a typical Bakersfield home look like?

A typical Bakersfield listing offers 3.5 bedrooms, 2.3 bathrooms, and 1,961 square feet, with an average year built of 1981.

Which neighborhoods have the most listings in Bakersfield?

Active inventory in Bakersfield is concentrated in Southwest Bakersfield, Central Bakersfield, Northwest Bakersfield, North Bakersfield. Each neighborhood differs on price and property type, so comparing across them usually surfaces more range than a single one.

How long do Bakersfield homes stay on the market?

Bakersfield homes have been on the market an average of 34 days. Newer listings (under 7 days) typically indicate fresh inventory worth early attention.

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