Why Live in Emerald Estates
Emerald Estates, located roughly 9 miles northeast of downtown Bakersfield, is a quiet suburban neighborhood known for its family-friendly environment. The area features streetlamps, sidewalks and well-maintained homes — primarily ranch-style Craftsman houses and tri-level builds with stucco facades and Spanish-style tile roofs. Most homes are about 20 years old, and properties include paved driveways and multi-car garages. Residents enjoy access to two large parks: North Rosedale Park, which hosts youth baseball and softball games, and Polo Community Park, which has soccer fields, basketball courts and playgrounds. The Links at Riverlakes Ranch, a mile east, offers an 18-hole golf course with views of the San Joaquin Mountains.
Children in the neighborhood attend highly rated schools, including Freedom Middle School and Frontier High School. While there are no restaurants in the neighborhood, dining options, like Social House Kitchen & Bar, New Vintage Grill and Don Perico, are nearby. Grocery shopping is convenient with Save Mart, and the Plaza at Riverlakes has more boutique stores. The area experiences high summer temperatures and poor air quality, due to local agriculture and oil industries. The neighborhood's well-lit sidewalks and frequent Golden Empire Transit District bus stops make it easy to navigate. Emerald Estates is conveniently situated between California state Routes 99 and 58, providing easy access to downtown Bakersfield.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Emerald Estates a good place to live?
Emerald Estates is a good place to live. Emerald Estates is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Emerald Estates has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.0 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $90,099 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Emerald Estates are home owners, with 28.9% of residents renting and 71.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Emerald Estates can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Emerald Estates neighborhood guide.
Is Emerald Estates, CA a safe neighborhood?
Emerald Estates, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Emerald Estates?
The median home price in Emerald Estates is $425,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $85,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,080 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $89K a year to afford the median home price in Emerald Estates. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Emerald Estates is $90K.
What are the best public schools in Emerald Estates?
The best public schools that serve Emerald Estates are:
- Freedom Middle School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Centennial High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 25:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Frontier High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 25:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
What are the best private schools in Emerald Estates?
The best private schools that serve Emerald Estates are:
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Home Trends in Emerald Estates, CA
On average, homes in Emerald Estates, Bakersfield sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Emerald Estates, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $424,900, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$424,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$425,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$246
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Median List Price
$425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%