Rio Bravo Country Club
Custom-built homes
The gated communities of Rio Bravo include Solera at Kern Canyon, a 55-plus adult subdivision, and those that surround the golf course. “The homes here all have mountain views,” says John Lindsay, a Realtor with Elite Team Properties, who has been selling real estate in Bakersfield for 25 years. “The area is breathtakingly beautiful and made even more appealing by amenities like clubhouses, gyms and social activities.” Single-family homes in the neighborhood sell for as little as $315,000 for a two-bedroom house in Solera and $1.2 million for a custom-built golf estate in Rio Bravo. Many properties feature two- or three-car garages with dedicated golf cart parking. “Everything here is custom,” Malkin says. “Multiple builders influenced the neighborhood, and architectural styles vary.” Condominiums are also available near the entrance to Rio Bravo near the private lake. They list for between $200,000 and $300,000.
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Golf, parks and more
The Rio Bravo Country Club features an 18-hole championship golf course that hugs the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, making it one of the most challenging courses in Central California. At Solera Gardens Park, children can climb aboard a rocket ship jungle gym, and adults can challenge each other to an old-fashioned game of horseshoes. Residents of Solera can also take advantage of the community’s pool, spa and tennis, pickleball and bocce ball courts.
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Keep C.A.L.M. and visit on
About 5 miles away, the California Living Museum (or C.A.L.M.) acts as both a wildlife rehabilitation center and a zoo that educates visitors about the flora and fauna of California. Thousands of animals have been released back to their native land or given sanctuary if deemed non-releasable. Many animal exhibits feature birds of prey kept by the zoo, such as American bald eagles and California condors. The reptile house is a climate-controlled space with snakes, lizards and frogs. The larger enclosures for mammals feature mountain lions and deer.
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Clubs and events in Rio Bravo
The Rio Bravo Country Club hosts member events throughout the year that feature food, wine, shopping and singing. Members enjoy Friday night karaoke, wine tastings, crafts markets, trivia nights, whiskey and cigar nights, and holiday parties. Solera at Kern Canyon, too, features over a dozen clubs that allow residents to explore interests, such as bocce, sewing and quilting, bridge and yoga.
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Shopping at Countryside Village
The closest retail center to Rio Bravo is Countryside Village, off the 178 freeway. With gas pumps out front, the Countryside Market and Restaurants has a convenience store look, but the interior is more like a mini-mall with separate areas and counters for grocery items and prepared foods. The Butcher Box counter packages fresh meats daily. At Smith’s Bakery, locals can pick up cookies, donuts and other treats. The Grill serves everything from burgers to tacos. Other retail stores nearby include Starbucks and Me-N-Ed’s Pizzeria, an award-winning restaurant chain specializing in California-style pizza. Also nearby, Tony’s Fire House Grill and Pizza features a full-service bar, video games and a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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School awards and grades
The schools that serve the neighborhood include Cesar Chavez Elementary, which received a B-plus from Niche and a Golden Bell Award from the California School Boards Association for its Morning Read Program, which helps students develop their English skills by reading aloud. Paul L. Cato Middle and Foothill High were both rated C-plus schools by Niche.
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To and from Rio Bravo
The neighborhood is about 11 miles from Downtown Bakersfield on the 178 freeway. About 17 miles away, Meadows Field Airport offers direct flights to San Francisco, Denver, Dallas and Phoenix on American Airlines and United. Bakersfield is also a stop on Amtrak’s San Joaquins line.
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Christopher Kopczynski
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jeanne Radsick
Jeanne Radsick
Century 21 Jordan-Link & Co
(661) 218-1676
117 Total Sales
3 in Rio Bravo Country Club
$335K - $410K Price Range
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Paris Davis
Paris Davis
The Davis Group Real Estate, Inc.
(661) 426-8388
93 Total Sales
2 in Rio Bravo Country Club
$280K - $354K Price Range
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Enrique Sifuentes
Enrique Sifuentes
Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc.
(424) 372-0647
72 Total Sales
1 in Rio Bravo Country Club
$425,000 Price
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Judy Miller
Judy Miller
Coldwell Banker Preferred,RLT
(661) 387-3583
137 Total Sales
55 in Rio Bravo Country Club
$250K - $420K Price Range
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William Gordon
William Gordon
Watson Realty
(805) 918-8011
573 Total Sales
6 in Rio Bravo Country Club
$230K - $665K Price Range
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Eric Mora
Eric Mora
The Mora Partners Inc.
(661) 535-1530
585 Total Sales
2 in Rio Bravo Country Club
$245K - $405K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Hart Memorial Park
Pioneer Park
City in the Hills Park
Solera Park
University Park
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Rio Bravo Country Club Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$60,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$59,500
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$109
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
960
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
2005
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,369
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
4,766
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,076
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
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
2,777
Median Age
61
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
45.1%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,589
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$135,816
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
50.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.8%
% Population in Labor Force
50.8%
Below 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®
26
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
13
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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