Parkview Estates
Suburban Neighborhood in Bakersfield, California
Kern County 93308
Mediterranean-style homes
While most homes in Parkview Estates are Craftsman ranch-style builds with stucco facades and tile roofs, there are also a few contemporary Tudor and two-story symmetrical houses. Most were built in the early 2000s, and prices typically range between $300,000 and $425,000; a few outliers cost closer to $635,000. “You’re getting a really good home for the price,” says Sellers. “Newer houses on the west side of town are almost double the price.” Homes sit close together on quiet, residential roads often leading to cul-de-sacs, and multicar garages sit at the end of private driveways leading to wide, well-lit sidewalks. Homes have modest front yards with large palm trees and American flags hanging from tall poles. Backyards are large and often have private pools. Homes in Parkview Estates are on septic tanks since they’re outside Bakersfield city limits.
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Dining at Sugar Mill
There’s no shopping or dining in Parkview Estates, but there are plenty of options off North Chester Avenue, less than 2 miles from most homes. Locals head to Sugar Mill for comforting diner fare like chicken and dumplings and biscuits and gravy. The diner has a 1950s feel with black and white photos on the walls and swivel barstools. Smoked meats by the pound are on the menu at Smitty’s Smokin Brisket & BBQ. The restaurant has dine-in and carry-out, and over half a dozen sides to go with brisket, pork and ribs. Shoppers can get groceries at the Walmart Neighborhood Market right outside Parkview Estates.Fun at North Meadows Park
There are two playgrounds at North Meadows Park for kids to explore. Locals shoot hoops on the basketball courts or walk on the paved path encircling the park. North Highlands Park has three soccer fields and a baseball diamond for youth sports games, plus plenty of shaded green space for picnics. The Bakersfield Speedway is about a mile north; it draws thousands of fans each year with its dirt track and paved races.
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Quick access to Meadows Field Airport
Locals can hop on North Chester Avenue and drive 5 miles south to downtown Bakersfield. Meadows Field Airport is 2 miles west via Merle Haggard Drive. Near the airport is an Amazon fulfillment center, which opened in 2020. For local transportation, residents can ride Golden Empire Transit buses.Heat and air concerns
Like all residents near Bakersfield, Parkview Estates residents will have to deal with poor air quality because of the city’s agricultural and oil industries. Oil employment has declined statewide, but Kern County is still the 13th-highest oil-producing county in the nation, producing 72% of the oil from California. The area is also known for extreme heat in the summer, with temperatures regularly reaching 100 degrees.North Middle School offers agriculture courses
Kids in Parkview Estates may attend Highland Elementary School, part of the Standard Elementary School District. The school has a 19-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Elementary and Standard Middle School both have C-minus Niche ratings, and North High School has a B-minus grade. North students can take career and technical education classes in subjects like agricultural business.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Miguel A. Hernandez
Miguel A. Hernandez
Open Door Real Estate
(661) 370-2820
230 Total Sales
1 in Parkview Estates
$269,999 Price
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William Gordon
William Gordon
Watson Realty
(805) 918-8011
573 Total Sales
4 in Parkview Estates
$275K - $380K Price Range
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Eric Mora
Eric Mora
The Mora Partners Inc.
(661) 535-1530
593 Total Sales
2 in Parkview Estates
$347K - $425K Price Range
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Darlene Tobias
Darlene Tobias
Nexus Real Estate
(661) 407-8675
57 Total Sales
1 in Parkview Estates
$445,500 Price
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Diego Lobaton
Diego Lobaton
Responds QuicklyLPT Realty, Inc.
(661) 407-2484
67 Total Sales
1 in Parkview Estates
$215,000 Price
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Dalyou Pierson
Dalyou Pierson
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Golden Empire
(661) 535-0138
95 Total Sales
1 in Parkview Estates
$312,000 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 | Parkview Estates | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Parkview Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Parkview Estates, Bakersfield sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Parkview Estates, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $349,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$355,000
Median Sale Price
$349,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$355,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$251
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
406
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
2004
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,656
Below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1411am - 2pm
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Saturday, Jun 141 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,322
Median Age
32
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$87,500
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,819
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.5%
College Graduates
22.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.2%
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®
45
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36
/ 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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