Why Live in Fox Run
Fox Run offers suburban living in Bakersfield. The neighborhood features early-2000s traditional homes with Mediterranean and Craftsman elements, such as clay-tiled roofs, stucco exteriors, and front porches. These single-level homes are situated on quiet streets and cul-de-sacs, creating a safe, walkable environment. Front yards often have manicured lawns, topiaries, and palm trees, while backyards can accommodate in-ground pools. Polo Park offers 40 acres of sports fields, playground, and a splash pad, while Almondale Park has plenty of green space and shaded picnic areas. The Links at River Lakes Ranch provides a public golf course and a Junior Golf Academy. Dining options along Rosedale Highway include Pappy’s Coffee Shop, Spencer’s Café, and Pueblo Magico, while Northwest Promenade offers big-box stores like Target and The Home Depot. Grocery shopping is convenient with stores like Butcher Block Quality Meats, Save Mart, and Albertsons nearby. The Park at River Walk, located 6 miles away, hosts events such as the annual Independence Day celebration. The neighborhood is 2 miles from Rosedale Highway, 8 miles from downtown Bakersfield, and 17 miles from Interstate 5. Public transit options include the Golden Empire Transit bus and bike lanes. Schools in the area include the highly rated Freedom Middle School and Frontier High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fox Run a good place to live?
Fox Run is a good place to live. Fox Run is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Fox Run has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.9 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $163,000 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 28.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Fox Run are home owners, with 18.5% of residents renting and 81.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Fox Run can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Fox Run neighborhood guide.
Is Fox Run, CA a safe neighborhood?
Fox Run, 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 Fox Run?
The median home price in Fox Run is $489,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $97,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.24%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,410 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $103K a year to afford the median home price in Fox Run. The average household income in Fox Run is $163K.
What are the best public schools in Fox Run?
The best public schools that serve Fox Run are:
What are the best private schools in Fox Run?
The best private schools that serve Fox Run are:
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Are home prices dropping in Fox Run?
Yes, home prices in Fox Run are down 3% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Fox Run, CA
On average, homes in Fox Run, Bakersfield sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Fox Run, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $475,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$475,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$481,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$211
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median List Price
$489,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%