Why Live in Fox Run
Fox Run in Bakersfield features early-2000s new traditional homes with Mediterranean and Craftsman elements, such as clay-tiled roofs, stucco exteriors, trussed gables, and front porches. These single-level homes range from 1,400 to 3,200 square feet and are situated on cul-de-sacs, creating a walkable environment where kids can safely ride bikes. Front yards often have manicured lawns, topiaries, and palm trees, while backyards can accommodate in-ground pools. Polo Park, with its 40 acres of sports fields, playground, and splash pad, and the 12-acre Almondale Park, offering green space and shaded picnic areas, are popular local features. The Links at RiverLakes 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. Families can enjoy free movie screenings at local parks from March through October, and The Park at River Walk, 6 miles away, hosts events like 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 and Frontier High, which offers dual enrollment courses and over 40 student clubs.
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 $405,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $81,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,100 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $90K 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 15% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Fox Run, CA
On average, homes in Fox Run, Bakersfield sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fox Run, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $322,750, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$322,750
Median Single Family Sale Price
$398,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$223,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$430,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$228
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Median List Price
$405,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-18%