North Country Meadows
Single-family homes and investment opportunities
Nearly all the single-family homes in North Country Meadows are ranch-style homes with stucco facades built in the 1950s. These residences are on large lots with fenced-in front and back yards. Some have private pools and solar paneling, while most have private driveways and multicar garages. Homes are priced between $229,000 and $455,000, depending on square footage and condition, and a few duplexes are available for investors in the $275,000 to $490,000 range. “In terms of rentals both long and short term, we’re a very landlord-friendly area so we’ve seen a lot of investors come and buy up properties in the area,” says Van Denk. “A lot of times you can tell which homes are lived in by owners and which are rentals just by looking at landscaping and how people care for their yard.” About 50% of residents rent their homes; neighbors should be advised that wildfires are possible and clearing land around the home is important.
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Dining at Sugar Mill off North Chester Avenue
Most shops and restaurants are found off North Chester Avenue, including Highland Pizza & Pub, which has pool tables and TVs for entertainment. Besides pizza, the restaurant serves sandwiches and seafood, plus 22-ounce domestic beers in frosted mugs. Sugar Mill is a classic diner complete with swivel barstools and black and white photos set over large booths. Smitty’s Smokin’ Brisket & BBQ serves large helpings of meat by the pound and sides like green beans, coleslaw and sweet potato crunch. Shoppers can get groceries and other essentials at the Walmart Supercenter.
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Racing at Bakersfield Speedway
Locals cool off in the summer at the NOR Community Pool. Sears Park has a splash pad, a playground and plenty of green space, and just north of Day Avenue, North Meadows Park has basketball courts for shooting hoops. It has playgrounds for kids, and walking paths for exercise. Racing fans can head 2 miles north to the Bakersfield Speedway, which hosts dirt track events throughout the year.
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North High School is within walking distance
Kids in North Country Meadows may attend Wingland Elementary School, which is part of the Standard Elementary School District and holds a C-minus Niche rating. Standard Middle School also has a C-minus ranking and a 19-to-1 student-teacher ratio. North High School is a part of the Kern High School District and has a B-minus Niche grade. Students at North High can participate in the North Agricultural Department. Chartered in 1985, the department teaches students animal science, agricultural business and plant science.
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Golden Empire Transit buses
Locals hop on one of many Golden Empire Transit buses to get around town. Residents head 4 miles down Chester Avenue to downtown Bakersfield or take Merle Haggard Drive to the Meadows Field Airport for flights to Dallas, Denver, Phoenix and San Francisco. Amazon operates a fulfillment center about 4 miles away.
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Heat and air issues
North Country Meadows, like all of Bakersfield, experiences extreme heat in the summer; temperatures often exceed 100 degrees. In addition, because of Bakersfield’s history as a hub for agriculture and oil production, the town suffers from poor air quality.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Eric Van Denk
Eric Van Denk
Central Valley Property Advisors
(661) 218-1053
247 Total Sales
5 in North Country Meadows
$232K - $385K Price Range
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Eric Mora
Eric Mora
The Mora Partners Inc.
(661) 535-1530
586 Total Sales
13 in North Country Meadows
$160K - $340K Price Range
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Jeanne Radsick
Jeanne Radsick
Century 21 Jordan-Link & Co
(661) 218-1676
117 Total Sales
3 in North Country Meadows
$235K - $335K Price Range
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Hector Martinez
Hector Martinez
ERA Valley Pro Realty
(559) 608-4915
110 Total Sales
1 in North Country Meadows
$255,000 Price
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Paris Davis
Paris Davis
The Davis Group Real Estate, Inc.
(661) 426-8388
93 Total Sales
1 in North Country Meadows
$340,000 Price
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Miguel A. Hernandez
Miguel A. Hernandez
Diamond Realty Group
(661) 370-2820
231 Total Sales
1 in North Country Meadows
$265,685 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
North Meadows Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
North Highland Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Standard Park
North Beardsley Park
McCray Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Sears Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Walking Paths
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North Country Meadows | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Country Meadows Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Country Meadows, Bakersfield sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Country Meadows, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $412,900, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$449,000
Median Sale Price
$412,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$438,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$90,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
143
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$232
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,922
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,324
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,899
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 31 - 4pm
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Sunday, Aug 312 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,295 - $1,450 per month
- Whispering Meadows Apartments and Suites
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 750+ Sq Ft
- 615 W China Grade Loop
- Bakersfield, CA
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$1,390 - $1,595 per month
- Belcourt Apartment Homes
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 725+ Sq Ft
- 2600 Park Meadows Dr
- Bakersfield, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
11,628
Median Age
34
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,576
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,542
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.5%
College Graduates
13.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
56.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
6''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
98°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
63
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34
/ 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.
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