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Meadow View

Meadow View

Suburban Neighborhood in Bakersfield, California

Kern County 93308

$419,720 Average Value
$269 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Living in unincorporated Oildale

Located at the northern end of Oildale, a suburb of Bakersfield, Meadow View is a neighborhood with newer homes, nearby parks and access to some of Bakersfield’s newest industries. “A lot of jobs are heading into that far north Oildale area,” says Samantha Sellers of Infinity Real Estate, who has sold properties in Bakersfield for over five years. “This is where the land was available, so when Amazon and other companies decided to put plants out here, this is where they settled.” While technically a part of Oildale, Meadow View residents won’t have access to services from the City of Bakersfield. This means many homes will be on septic tanks instead of city water and sewer plans. In addition, the neighborhood is served by the Kern County Fire Department and the Kern County Sheriff’s Office.

Modern homes and duplexes

There are a variety of housing styles in Mead View, however, the majority of properties are Craftsman or tri-level single-family homes from the mid-2000s. “It’s definitely a newer area of Oildale,” says Sellers. “Most homes a couple of miles south of here are at least 50 years older.” These houses typically sit on close-together lots and feature private driveways and multicar garages. A mix of oak and palm trees shade the yards of these properties which cost between $335,000 and $550,000. Duplexes cost between $440,000 and $475,000, while multi-unit investment properties cost between $815,000 and $850,000. There are also apartment complexes in the neighborhood, as over 50% of Meadow View’s population is made of renters.

Two-story Spanish style inspired homes with large yards and solar panels in Meadow View.
Two-story Spanish style inspired homes with large yards and solar panels in Meadow View.
Homes of Meadow View have driveways for parking their cars.
Homes of Meadow View have driveways for parking their cars.
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Fun at North Meadows Park

While there are no parks in Meadow View, there are a pair of large parks within a couple blocks of most homes. North Meadows Park borders the neighborhood to the east. Locals shoot hoops on the eight outdoor basketball courts, while kids can explore two playgrounds. There’s plenty of green space for picnics and a walking path. Just north of Meadow View is North Highlands Park. Residents can play on the baseball fields or toss the frisbee in the open green space. Further north is the Bakersfield Speedway, which is home to dirt track and paved track events throughout the year.

A giant star highlights the welcome sign to North High School near Meadow View.
A giant star highlights the welcome sign to North High School near Meadow View.
The American flag waves at the entrance to Standard Middle School near Meadow View.
The American flag waves at the entrance to Standard Middle School near Meadow View.
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Dining at Sugar Mill

There is no shopping or dining in Meadow View, but there are plenty of options nearby. Shoppers head three blocks east on Day Avenue to Walmart Neighborhood Market for grocery needs. For dinner or a night out, locals can head to Highland Pizza & Pub. The local spot has a full bar with plenty of televisions for watching sports, pool tables and a jukebox. Besides pizza, patrons can expect bar classics like burgers, wings and fries. Sugar Mill is a diner serving classics like biscuits and gravy and patty melts. The restaurant has an authentic feel with swirling barstools placed at the diner’s counter.

Ag classes at North High School

Kids in the neighborhood attend the Standard Elementary School District, beginning at Highland Elementary School, which has a C-minus Niche rating and a 19-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Standard Middle School also holds a C-minus grade. Teens attend North High School, which holds a B-minus grade. North High School students can enroll in agriculture classes to prepare them for success after graduation.

Join friends for a tasty creation at Covenant Coffee near Meadow View.
Join friends for a tasty creation at Covenant Coffee near Meadow View.
Residents of Meadow View can shop at their nearby Walmart Neighborhood Marketplace.
Residents of Meadow View can shop at their nearby Walmart Neighborhood Marketplace.
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Quick access to Meadows Field Airport

Residents are just a 5-mile drive down North Chester Avenue from downtown Bakersfield, and Meadows Field Airport is less than 2 miles west on Merle Haggard Drive. Near the airport are an Amazon fulfillment center and a FedEx center, both of which opened in 2020.

Air and heat issues

Like all residents near Bakersfield, Meadow View residents will have to deal with extreme heat in the summer, with temperatures regularly reaching 100 degrees. In addition, Bakersfield suffers from poor air quality due to its agricultural and oil industries. While oil employment has declined statewide, Kern County is still the 13th-highest oil-producing county in the nation, producing 72% of the oil from California.

The Meadows Field Airport is just a short distance from the homes of Meadow View.
The Meadows Field Airport is just a short distance from the homes of Meadow View.
The Golden Empire Transit buses runs throughout Meadow View.
The Golden Empire Transit buses runs throughout Meadow View.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Meadows Field

12 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Meadow View US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$355,000
Median Single Family Price
$362,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$269
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Months of Supply
3.00
Median List Price
$357,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
282
Median Year Built
2005
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,705
Below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,168
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,683
Median Age
31
Population Density
19 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$58,612
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,186

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.7%
College Graduates
16.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
76.7%

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®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

13 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

32 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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