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Casa Loma in southeast Bakersfield
Casa Loma is a neighborhood with a lot of opportunity 4 miles south of downtown Bakersfield. “I work with a lot of investors in the area who are buying and flipping homes here,” says Shanti Brinsfield of Watson Realty, who has over 20 years of experience in the area. “Some have done complete rebuilds, and others just fix up in the interior, but it’s an investment neighborhood at the moment.” As of December 2024, 54% of Casa Loma residents were renters. Casa Loma is also known for being close to the Kern County Fairgrounds, which hosts a variety of Bakersfield’s biggest events throughout the year.
Living near the Kern County Fairgrounds
The Kern County Fair and Event Center sits just two blocks west of Casa Loma, providing entertainment throughout the year. “If there’s a big festival happening in Bakersfield, it’s happening at the fairgrounds,” says Contreras. “The Kern County Fair is the biggest event each September, but you have a Dia de los Muertos festival and a Latino Food Festival each May that are really popular.” In December, the 168-acre space hosts Christmas Town, a Winter Wonderland with an ice-skating rink, Santa appearances and holiday-themed food and craft vendors.
A couple of grandmothers look as the kids play at Casa Loma County Park.
Golden West Casino offers non-stop gaming action for Casa Loma residents.
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Single-family and investment properties
Most homes in Casa Loma are midcentury ranch-style builds with private driveways and single-car garages costing between $200,000 and $315,000. Duplexes are available for between $300,000 and $350,000, while investors can purchase multiple units on the same property for up to $1 million, depending on the number of units. “The prices are lower than most of the area, so it’s good for first-time buyers,” says Esteban Contreras of Central Valley Property Advisors, who has lived in Bakersfield for over 12 years. Many homes have small, fenced-in yards shaded by large palm trees.
There are homes in Casa Loma that could be great for first-time owners who can renovate.
Duplexes are an affordable alternative for Casa Loma residents.
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Dining at El Charro
There are no restaurants within neighborhood limits, but there are plenty of options on the surrounding streets. El Charro is a Mexican eatery with a brightly colored interior and full bar service. Los Cunado Mexican Grill is a small shop with to-go carnitas and Menudo recipes, while Mariscos La Cazuela offers seafood dishes and has murals of the ocean on its walls. Casa Loma Market and Dollar General are quick stops for daily essentials, and Vallarta Supermarkets sells groceries a mile southwest of most homes.
Dig into one of the famous dishes at Los Cunados Mexican Grill in Casa Loma.
El Charro Mexican Food is a popular lunch stop for Casa Loma residents.
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Bakersfield City School District schools
Kids in the area head to Casa Loma Elementary School, part of the Bakersfield City School District. Casa Loma Elementary and Sequoia Junior High School both have C-minus Niche ratings. Mira Monte High School is a part of the Kern High School District and has a C-plus ranking. The high school opened in 2008, and students can participate in Construction and Web Design Technical Education courses. St. Francis Parish School is a private, Catholic K-8 option in the neighborhood.
Sequoia Middle School offers several sport activities for Bakersfield students.
Join the journey of academic achievement at Mira Monte High School.
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Bell Terrace and Casa Loma Community Park
Belle Terrace Park is located in the eastern part of the neighborhood, providing Casa Loma residents with a spot to relax in open green space while kids play on the jungle gyms. Locals can shoot hoops on the basketball court or play baseball on the diamond at Casa Loma County Park, and kids can cool off in the splash pad. For no-frills gaming, Golden West Casino located off South Union Avenue offers slot machines, table games, and a full bar and dining area.
A Casa Loma soccer player practices his skills at the nearby Belle Terrace Park.
A young family enjoy an afternoon at Casa Loma County Park.
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Riding Golden Empire Transit
Golden Empire Transit buses provide transportation all over Bakersfield. For commuters, Chester Avenue runs 4 miles north to downtown Bakersfield, and Highway 58 connects to Highway 99 for access to Meadows Field Airport, 7 miles north.
Air quality and Bakersfield crime concerns
Casa Loma has an 8 out of 10 CAP Index crime score compared to the national average of 4. The neighborhood has an especially high rate of violent crime. Bakersfield is known for poor air quality because of the city’s agricultural and oil industries and its valley location.
Blooming flowers on a fence in Casa Loma adds color and beauty to the neighborhood.
Local families enjoy the safe, new play equipment at Casa Loma County Park.
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Parks in this Area
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Park
Wayside Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Belle Terrace Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Parking Lot
Lowell Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Meadows Field
19 min drive
Bus
South Union & Adams
Bus
South Union & Casa Loma
Bus
Cottonwood & Reese
Casa Loma Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Casa Loma, Bakersfield sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Casa Loma, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $307,450, up 54% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,820
Median Age
32
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,591
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$40,412
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.6%
College Graduates
1.1%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.5%
% Population in Labor Force
38.5%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
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®
30/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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