Oleander-Sunset
Historic home styles line gridded residential streets
California bungalows and ranch-style homes cluster along the gridded, residential streets of Oleander-Sunset. Homes built as early as the 1910s sit beside midcentury properties of varying architectural styles. Some flaunt Colonial-style columns, while others lean into Spanish Revival archways or decorative trim in the style of Queen Anne. Regardless, homes are priced between $200,000 and $400,000. The accessible cost of living is partially owed to property sizes, which rarely surpass 1,500 square feet. This means residents are lucky to have driveways or attached garages, most opting for street parking out of necessity. With sidewalks outlining communities, however, residents can wave from their front porches as friends and neighbors walk their children to nearby schools.Tequila and taffy in Oleander-Sunset
Thoroughfares surrounding Oleander-Sunset are dotted with Mexican restaurants of varying specialties. Mariscos Las Cazuelitas is a seafood haunt, while Agave Grill & Tequila has a full bar with eclectic margarita flights. Dewar’s Candy Shop, however, offers a glimpse into Bakerfield’s history. Since 1930, the shop has evoked childhood nostalgia for lifelong residents with its black and white tiled floor and bright pink booths. From candies to sundaes to stretched taffy, Dewar’s has been a go-to spot for decades. Farther west, Moo Creamery serves grass-fed burgers and ice cream from scratch with ingredients sourced from local ranches, farms and outposts. Folks grab daily provisions from shopping centers off nearby highways. Target, Home Depot, Aldi and Vons are within a mile of the neighborhood.City-wide events celebrating brews and eats
Bakersfield is bursting with unique and delicious eats, a well-known fact reflected in its annual, city-wide events. The Bakersfield Country & Craft Beer Festival features upwards of 20 craft breweries serving samples out of souvenir-tasting cups. Live country music and local restaurant vendors enhance the experience, all supporting raising funds for local charities. From Maple Doughnut Pulled Pork to spiked Dole Whip, the Kern County Fair’s food vendors go above and beyond to elevate the carnival experience. Thrilling rides and animal shows are popular at the fair, too, held each year at summer’s end. Meanwhile, the Latino Food Festival hosts a Menudo Cook Off, celebrating local Latino culture.Century-old schools in the Bakersfield City District
Local students are zoned for the Bakersfield City School District, beginning at Roosevelt Elementary. The school receives a C-plus on Niche, a walkable institution serving the community since 1922. Emerson Middle School receives a C-minus on Niche, while Bakersfield High has a B-plus. The latter is the county’s oldest high school, originally opening in the late 19th century. Students are taught in a hybrid setting, utilizing Canvas to complete coursework. A gifted and talented program accompanies several extracurriculars and a broad range of athletics to produce well-rounded graduates.Summer concerts at nearby parks
Constructed in 1908, Beale Park is Bakersfield’s oldest. The Greek-style amphitheater hosts performances by the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra, a massive draw to the Concert in the Park series held each summer. Residents can enjoy a playground, tennis courts and a splash pad during the off-season. Nearby, Lowell Park’s playground occupies a sandy lot surrounded by open field space and towering, old-growth trees. Both parks are walkable for many residents, ideal for weekend or after-school strolls. A bit farther north, locals congregate along the Kern River at Beach and Yokuts Park for annual events and scenic views. Some residents even venture to Kern City for the Sundale and Stockdale Country Clubs.Navigating the valley
Chester Avenue serves as a central thoroughfare in the Oleander-Sunset community, taking locals less than a mile north into the heart of Bakersfield. The area is quite walkable. But many rely on personal vehicles or the Golden Empire Transit System, which provides stops along Chester Avenue, Brundage Lane and several other streets. Dignity Health Mercy Hospital is the closest emergency room, situated just north of the neighborhood. However, folks can head a few blocks north to reach Adventist Health Bakersfield. State Route 99 borders residences to the west, reaching north toward Fresno and passing Meadows Field Airport 10 miles into the commute. In the south, the route merges with Interstate 5 on the way to Santa Clarita, an 86-mile trip.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Judy Miller
Judy Miller
Coldwell Banker Preferred,RLT
(661) 387-3583
137 Total Sales
1 in Oleander-Sunset
$252,000 Price
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Angel Hernandez
Angel Hernandez
JohnHart Real Estate
(818) 464-4876
22 Total Sales
1 in Oleander-Sunset
$265,000 Price
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Diane White
Diane White
Watson Realty
(661) 387-3704
58 Total Sales
1 in Oleander-Sunset
$250,000 Price
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Clemente De La Torre
Clemente De La Torre
JohnHart Real Estate
(661) 367-8479
104 Total Sales
1 in Oleander-Sunset
$185,000 Price
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William Gordon
William Gordon
Watson Realty
(805) 918-8011
571 Total Sales
11 in Oleander-Sunset
$70K - $2.2M Price Range
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Eric Van Denk
Eric Van Denk
Central Valley Property Advisors
(661) 218-1053
247 Total Sales
16 in Oleander-Sunset
$250K - $3.4M Price Range
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
Saunders Park
Jastro Park
Beale Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Lowell Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Oleander-Sunset | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 9 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 8 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Oleander-Sunset Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oleander-Sunset, Bakersfield sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Oleander-Sunset, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $388,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$440,000
Median Sale Price
$388,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$379,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$238,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$382,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
132
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$275
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,160
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1941
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,260
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,638
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
16,060
Median Age
32
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$37,672
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,020
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
70.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
13.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.6%
% Population in Labor Force
56.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
6''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
98°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
77
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 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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