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An eastern Bakersfield suburb
Oakridge is a densely populated eastern Bakersfield community just minutes from both downtown and the surrounding California farmland. The neighborhood is a mix of residential streets, farms and commercial properties. “Kern County is one of the best climates in the world for fruit and vegetable production,” says local Realtor Jerry Dufloth of Prestige Properties. “In 2020, the gross value of agricultural commodities in the county was over $7.6 billion.” A good portion of that came from Bolthouse Farms, an agricultural company specializing in fruit and vegetable products, that employs more than 2,200 people and is headquartered in Oakridge.
A mix of modest architecture
Most single-family homes in Oakridge were built between 1950 and 1990 with a few developments going up after 2000. Ranch-style homes and small craftsman-style builds line the streets, and many feature tile roofing. The area is also home to a handful of manufactured home communities and new developments, with properties sitting close together on 6,000-square-foot lots. Manufactured homes range from $30,000 to $600,000, while modern craftsman-style houses range from $200,000 to $450,000.
Oakridge has a wide variety of homes from modern to classic and everything in between.
The Shaded Haven RV park is your place to stop for longer visits in Bakersfield.
The housing charm in this neighborhood is something that can only be appreciated in person.
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Where students learn in Oakridge
Virginia Avenue Elementary and Fairfax Junior High School both earn C-minus overall grades from Niche. Mira Monte High School, home of the Lions, receives a C-plus. High schoolers have a catalog of over 30 extracurricular offerings to choose from, including clubs centered around knitting, fishing and eSports.
Virginia Ave Elementary 1
Miramonte High School
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Sign at Virginia Ave Country Park welcomes visitors as they arrive.
Parks and other places to play
There are a handful of community parks in Oakridge, including Potomac County Park with a playground, basketball court and multiuse field space. Pioneer Park has similar amenities, along with a baseball diamond and paved walkways.
Oakridge’s mom-and-pops and other shops
The neighborhood is home to dozens of small businesses, including locally owned automotive shops and restaurants. Driving 2 miles north along Oswell Street takes shoppers to the nearby Walmart and Target. Closer to home, groceries and household essentials can be found at Vallarta Supermarket. The Indian Oven offers a modern twist on authentic Indian cuisine and has been serving the area for over 20 years. Banderas Burger is a popular food truck serving up juicy handhelds on Virginia Avenue.
Banderas food truck is one of many in the area with a covered area to dine.
One of many appealing dishes on the menu, both in color and flavor.
Indian Oven is a big part of this trucking center and serves great food and better hospitality.
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What’s happening and where near Oakridge
Being less than a 10-minute drive from Bakersfield’s city center means Oakridge residents are never far from downtown events. The West Coast Beer & Taco Festival is an annual event for the 21-and-over crowd that offers unlimited samples of beer and tacos from dozens of local restaurants and beer manufacturers. Every September, the Bakersfield Village Fest is held on the grounds of the Kern County Museum. The city’s longest running festival celebrates music, food, beer and wine.
Getting around town in Oakridge
While sidewalks wind through the community’s residential areas, most residents rely on cars to run errands and commute. Meadows Field Airport is 9 miles from Oakridge, and the southern border of the area is bordered by Highway 58, a major thoroughfare providing quick access to Interstate 5 and Highway 99. Bus service is available with numerous stops throughout the neighborhood, specifically along both Oswell Street and Virginia Avenue.
Important to know
Kern County produces more oil than any other county in the United States. Because Bakersfield is home to agricultural and petroleum industries — both of which have high emission rates — the area often struggles with elevated levels of air pollution.
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Parks in this Area
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Park
Virginia Avenue County Park
Pioneer Park
Belle Terrace Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Parking Lot
Potomac County Park
Transit
Airport
Meadows Field
21 min drive
Bus
Oswell & East Brundage
Bus
Oswell & Oswell Park
Bus
Mount Vernon & Virginia
Bus
Virginia & Tanner
Bus
Virginia & Washington
Bus
East California & Beverly
Bus
Potomac & Washington
Oakridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oakridge, Bakersfield sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Oakridge, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $482,840, up 10% 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
12,722
Median Age
30
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,010
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,985
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
51.5%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
5%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.7%
% Population in Labor Force
55.4%
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®
29/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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