Panama
$449,619
Average Value
Newer homes with architectural variety
While new homes are still being built in the Panama neighborhood, most of the existing properties are designed in ranch or Spanish revival styles. Sometimes those are combined, with ranch homes adorned with Spanish-style influences, and other modern designs are also within the neighborhood. Manicured lawns, trees in the yards and stucco homes, some with wood or stone, are also among the features spotted on Panama’s residential streets. Many properties sell for between $350,000 and $500,000, with most going for $400,000 and upwards of that price, and there are plenty of sidewalks perfect for walking or jogging through the area.
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Well-rated schools with sports acumen
Students begin their learning at the Douglas J. Miller Elementary School within the Panama-Buena Vista Union School District, which serves kindergarten through sixth grade and receives a B-minus with Niche. Grades seven and eight are hosted by Stonecreek Junior High School, which also rates at a score of a B-minus on Niche. Enrollment switches to the Kern High School District and Ridgeview High School, which is given a B-plus by Niche. Ridgeview High ranks as the best standout high school in the Bakersfield area, and its baseball team won the 2021 regional championship in Southern California’s Division IV.
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A massive sports complex for recreation
Weston Park is the only such space located inside Panama’s boundaries, featuring an open field as well as a playground and picnic areas. The biggest draw, however, is located right on the western boundary of Panama with the Kaiser Permanente Sports Village Soccer Complex. “The sports complex hosts local leagues and all the travel teams play soccer there,” Mitchell says. “It’s on the east side.” The facility, located in the Alameda neighborhood, spans nearly 200 acres and was built in several phases. Amenities at the complex include over a dozen fields used for football and soccer, as well as baseball fields, basketball courts, a walking path and other areas for recreation. The playground there also features a gigantic baseball glove-shaped play area along with standard equipment.
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Hot food on the avenue
Residents need to venture outside of Panama’s neighborhood boundaries to find spots to eat, but plenty of restaurants are clustered around the northern side and it’s not a far drive from anywhere in the region. “We have a ton of restaurants,” Mitchell says. “Everybody eats out in this town. There’s a restaurant that Buck Owens created while he was still alive, and that’s a huge draw.” Owens’ restaurant is named the Crystal Palace, and is roughly 15 minutes from Panama in Bakersfield proper. Areas closer to Panama include Toasted, which offers breakfast, lunch and brunch on its menus alongside cocktails. Groceries can be found at WinCo Foods Market, and an assortment of stores can be found at Valley Plaza Mall farther into Bakersfield.
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Close to the bigger city via the highway
Panama is already linked to Bakersfield for the most part by its location within the outskirts of the city, but the closest highway is State Route 99 a few blocks to the east. The route stretches close to the Central Valley’s entire length, and via 99 residents can drive the short distance into Bakersfield or reach as far as Modesto, Sacramento, Stockton and beyond. A bus line within Panama is also available for the public to get from place to place.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Eric Mora
Eric Mora
The Mora Partners Inc.
(661) 535-1530
586 Total Sales
11 in Panama
$265K - $450K Price Range
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Kari Jackson
Kari Jackson
Jeff Jackson & Associates
(661) 218-1485
12 Total Sales
1 in Panama
$510,000 Price
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Miguel A. Hernandez
Miguel A. Hernandez
Diamond Realty Group
(661) 370-2820
231 Total Sales
1 in Panama
$380,000 Price
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Judy Miller
Judy Miller
Coldwell Banker Preferred,RLT
(661) 387-3583
137 Total Sales
1 in Panama
$390,000 Price
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William Gordon
William Gordon
Watson Realty
(805) 918-8011
572 Total Sales
5 in Panama
$304K - $430K Price Range
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Eric Van Denk
Eric Van Denk
Central Valley Property Advisors
(661) 218-1053
247 Total Sales
8 in Panama
$590K - $4.5M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Weston Park
Coral Keys Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Silvercreek Park
Stonecreek Park
Seasons Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Challenger Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Panama | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,431
Median Year Built
2007
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,119
Above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 2pm
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 4pm
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,895 - $1,995 per month
- Boardwalk Luxury Apartments
- 2-3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,166+ Sq Ft
- 5201 Gasol Ct
- Bakersfield, CA
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$1,995 - $2,145 per month
- Mira Sol Gardens Rental Homes
- 2-3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,004+ Sq Ft
- 6600 Jerno Dr
- Bakersfield, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
14,768
Median Age
31
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
33.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,721
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$119,790
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.8%
College Graduates
30.2%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.2%
% Population in Labor Force
78.3%
Above 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®
31
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
20
/ 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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Stone Meadows
A convenient suburban setting close to the highway and stores
Silver Creek
A comfortable suburban neighborhood centered around a school and park
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