Why Live in Calloway Country
Calloway Country in Bakersfield features ranch-style homes from the 1990s and two-story New Traditional houses, many with Mediterranean touches, like stucco exteriors and clay-tiled roofs. The neighborhood is known for its compact layout, and homes flank sidewalk-lined cul-de-sacs. Residents between Calloway Canal and Starside Drive are part of the RiverLakes Ranch Master Association, which offers amenities that include a community pool and a 17-acre fishing and boating lake. The 8-acre RiverLakes Ranch Park is next to a community center with an indoor gym, and The Links at Riverlakes Ranch golf course is also nearby.
Local attractions include the Studio Movie Grill, the Firehouse Rosedale Station bowling alley and the Northwest Promenade shopping center, which is home to national retailers and grocery stores. Dining options range from chain restaurants to local favorites, like Salty’s BBQ & Catering and Dewar’s Candy Shop. The Riverlakes Farmers Market at Centennial High offers fresh produce every week. The Kern County Fair and Event Center, 9 miles away, hosts major events, such as the Kern County Fair and Bakersfield Christmas Town. The neighborhood is bordered by Rosedale Highway, which provides a roughly 5-mile route to downtown Bakersfield and additional access to the Golden State Highway. Public transportation is available via the Golden Empire Transit District, and bike lanes make the area cyclist-friendly. Local schools include highly rated Endeavor Elementary, Fruitvale Junior High and Centennial High, where various extracurricular activities are available. Medical facilities, like Bakersfield Family Medical Center and Dignity Health’s Mercy Hospital Southwest, are conveniently nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calloway Country a good place to live?
Calloway Country is a good place to live. Calloway Country is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Calloway Country is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Calloway Country has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.4 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $112,980 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 29.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Calloway Country are home owners, with 25.4% of residents renting and 74.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Calloway Country can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Calloway Country neighborhood guide.
Is Calloway Country, CA a safe neighborhood?
Calloway Country, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Calloway Country?
The median home price in Calloway Country is $407,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $81,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.18%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,990 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $85K a year to afford the median home price in Calloway Country. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Calloway Country is $113K.
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Home Trends in Calloway Country, CA
On average, homes in Calloway Country, Bakersfield sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Calloway Country, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $405,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$405,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$405,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$248
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Median List Price
$407,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%