Artisan
Suburban Neighborhood in Bakersfield, California
Kern County 93311
Mediterranean features on flat green lots
Artisan has ranch-style and Mediterranean homes with arched corridors and flat-tiled roofs. On Cactus Valley Drive, one-story Craftsman homes sit tightly packed on quarter-acre lots with flat green lawns. New Traditional homes built in the early 2000s lie neatly along Grand Prairie Drive with two-car garages and fenced-in backyards. Communities border the perimeter of Greystone Park, like Windwood, a subdivision with a mix of diverse architecture off the beaten path. Palm trees provide shade and add to the sunny California vibe in Bakersfield. Homes typically cost between $350,000 and $550,000.
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Greystone Park - a central splash pad park
The splash pad sprinkler park is perhaps Greystone's most recognizable feature, with a red bucket mechanism that reads "Fire Station" and dumps water on bystanders. "Greystone Park is not your run-of-the-mill park," Gordon says. Paved paths lead to half-court basketball and a playground shaded by umbrellas. Greystone also has a picnic area under a gazebo - a prominent feature shared by multiple Bakersfield parks. Tradewinds Park, another recreational space, is a sizeable tree-lined area that has beach volleyball, horseshoe pits and a jungle gym.
Edible Schoolyard at Buena Vista Elementary
Panama-Buena Vista Union and Kern High School District serve students in southwest Bakersfield. Buena Vista Elementary receives a B rating from Niche, and the Edible Schoolyard is on the same campus, offering summer workshops in organic gardening and culinary education. Earl Warren Junior High School maintains a B-plus and offers tryouts for an instrumental band and color guard. Independence High School also earns a B-plus grade, offering programs like agricultural education and energy studies.Performance culture and venues
Several entertainment venues are accessible to West Bakersfield. The Empty Space is a donation-based community theater about four miles east that provides dramatic plays, live music and art galleries. The Dore Theater is another venue at California State University that hosts student-led performances and musical productions. In Downtown Bakersfield, more options await with historic auditoriums, vintage concert halls and museums.Getting around Bakersfield
Artisan is a car-dependent neighborhood that is somewhat bikeable, with cycling lanes lining the main roads. The Golden Empire Transit (GET) bus system provides public transportation in Bakersfield, with four stops along Harris Road about 2 miles east. River Road, a vital thoroughfare, runs north, connecting to state Route 58 and east toward Downtown, about 12 miles northeast. The Bakersfield Train Station provides Amtrak travel on the San Joaquins line, which reaches cities like Stockton, Modesto and Sacramento with connections to the Bay Area. Los Angeles is about 113 miles south on Interstate 5, and the Los Angeles International Airport offers air travel to Bakersfield.Shopping at Old River Ranch
Old River Ranch is a Spanish-style shopping center with a Starbucks, Chipotle and other chains. "You're still close to all the new stuff coming in along Buena Vista with a better price point. Artisan also benefits from the development on Panama Lane and the Old River intersection," Gordon says. Vallarta Supermarket plans to open a location in Old River Ranch by 2026. Gosford Village is a significant outlet plaza that has department stores, brand-name apparel and restaurant chains on a 73-acre lot less than 3 miles east of Artisan. Pizz-a-Perfection serves fresh-made pies loaded with unique ingredients in a bright bar space. Mas Bella is a Mexican restaurant with traditional décor in a modern atmosphere. WinCo Foods is a supermarket on Panama Lane, and a Walmart Supercenter is on Gosford Road.
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Air Quality in Bakersfield
The energy capital of California, Kern County, is the top oil-producing area in the country. Because of Bakersfield's oil and drilling industries, the city has more days with lesser air quality than the average city. However, Kern County has implemented environmental regulations and initiatives in accordance with the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, like offering rebates for electric vehicles.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Darlene Tobias
Darlene Tobias
Nexus Real Estate
(661) 407-8675
57 Total Sales
1 in Artisan
$429,000 Price
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Diane White
Diane White
Watson Realty
(661) 387-3704
59 Total Sales
2 in Artisan
$407K - $550K Price Range
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William Gordon
William Gordon
Watson Realty
(805) 918-8011
573 Total Sales
4 in Artisan
$285K - $769K Price Range
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Valerie Driesen
Valerie Driesen
Jeff Jackson & Associates
(661) 384-8524
100 Total Sales
1 in Artisan
$440,000 Price
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Eric Mora
Eric Mora
The Mora Partners Inc.
(661) 535-1530
593 Total Sales
5 in Artisan
$315K - $845K Price Range
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Debra Loper
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Debra Loper
Responds QuicklyOpen Door Real Estate
(661) 215-6291
39 Total Sales
1 in Artisan
$385,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Greystone Park
Campus Park North
Campus Park South
Wilderness Park
Tradewinds Park
Belcourt Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Artisan | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Artisan Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Artisan, Bakersfield sell after 94 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Artisan, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $503,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$498,900
Median Sale Price
$503,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$502,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$210
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
623
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
2005
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,310
Above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,904
Median Age
32
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,375
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,932
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.3%
College Graduates
28.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
6''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
98°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
33
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Terra Vista
Suburban enclave near shopping, 11 miles from downtown Bakersfield
Campus Park
Suburb with Mediterranean-style communities next to shopping centers and parks
Southern Oaks
Top-rated schools, well-kept lawns and modern Mediterranean homes near retail
Tevis Ranch
Former farming area with prestigious schools next to a master-planned community
Belcourt Park
Master-planned community with new homes around park space and club amenities
Old River
A charming mix of modern homes and rural farmland
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