River Oaks Homes for Sale

River Oaks is a suburban neighborhood on the west side of Bakersfield, along the banks of the Kern River. The area features stucco Spanish-style homes with well-manicured lawns, palm trees and gated communities. Kern River Parkway Bike Trail connects to River Oaks Park and the Park at River Walk, which has an outdoor amphitheater for concerts and movies. The park is a short walk from the Shops at River Walk, a retail plaza with convenient shopping options, including Target and Sprouts Farmers Market. Dining options range from local eateries, such as Eureka!, to chain restaurants like California Pizza Kitchen and Yard House. Highly rated schools, including Ronald Reagan Elementary, Warren Junior High and Stockdale High, are significant draws for families. The neighborhood is also conveniently close to employers, including Dignity Health – Mercy Hospital Southwest and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. The area’s thoroughfares, California state Routes 99 and 58, provide an easy route to other cities in the Central Valley and Interstate 5, which reaches Los Angeles within a two-hour drive.