Silver Creek
Suburban Neighborhood in Bakersfield, California
Kern County 93313
Late-1980s to early-2000s single-family homes
The contemporary, single-family homes were built from the late 1980s to the early 2000s. Many of them have Mediterranean-style designs with clay tile roofing and stucco exteriors. Most homes have driveways and attached two-car garages; some lots are roomy and include private in-ground pools. Prices range from $350,000 to $560,000.Silver Creek Park's many features, Wilderness Park
Silver Creek Park has playgrounds and restrooms and is conveniently located by the elementary school. "The most popular thing at the park is the covered basketball courts called 'The Pavilion.' It gets the most use," says Keith Powell, recreation and parks supervisor for the city of Bakersfield. "A lot of people come out to play tennis. The swimming pool is open for recreational swimming and lessons during the summer." The disc golf course and horseshoe pits are also popular, and outdoor fitness equipment is available in the park's southwest corner. Powell describes Silver Lake Community Center: "It's a multipurpose room and office; everything is in there. We also have a summer camp with up to 25 to 30 kids, and the majority are from the area."Wilderness Park on the neighborhood's west side has a large playground, basketball courts and a walking path around its perimeter. A few miles south of the neighborhood, the Kaiser Permanente Sports Village Soccer Complex is frequently used by soccer leagues.
Suburu School, Lakeside School, then Independence High
Public schools include Donald E. Suburu School for kindergarten through fifth grade. Suburu is in the center of the community. Junior high students may attend Lakeside School, which is a K-8 school. Both schools earn a C-minus grade from Niche. Independence High School has a B-plus and is ranked No. 4 among Niche's standout high schools in the Bakersfield area. The school has strong athletics and a wide selection of extracurricular activities. More than a dozen Independence students had their art in the 2024 Kern High School District Visual Arts Showcase at the Bakersfield Museum of Art.Juneteenth, the Kern County Fair, Bakersfield Marathon
The neighborhood's Silver Lake Park is the setting for one of the annual Juneteenth celebrations put on by the NAACP in Bakersfield. The family friendly event features entertainers, DJs, games and food. Officially known as Juneteenth National Independence Day, the federal holiday commemorates emancipation from slavery.Bus service, state Route 99, trains and airports
Golden Empire Transit (GET) has bus stops on streets like Harris Road, Panama Lane and Gosford Road. The downtown Bakersfield Train Station has Amtrak trains, which travel northwest toward Sacramento and San Francisco, passing cities like Fresno and Modesto on the way.Panama Lane, which runs to Silver Lake's south, provides access to state Route 99 — the Golden State Highway — and Interstate 5. It's about 13 miles from the neighborhood to Meadows Field Airport, served by American Airlines and United. Bakersfield Municipal Airport, though closer, is used for general aviation. Hollywood Burbank Airport and LAX are within a 100-mile drive.
Gosford Village for shopping and restaurants
Gosford Village, a large shopping center west of Gosford Road, has big brands like Walmart, Sam's Club, Kohl's and Petco. Restaurants include well-known chains like Chili's Grill and Bar and Chipotle. Ten Gu Ramen has over a dozen varieties of ramen, plus udon, rice bowls and other Japanese dishes.Toward the east, across Ashe Road, are more businesses, including Rancho Grande Mexican Grill. Owner Andres Lopez says customers hang out at the restaurant for NFL Sunday Ticket. They also hold an anniversary party with live music and host a Cinco de Mayo celebration. There is WinCo Foods to the south on Panama Lane, and about a couple of miles east of that, an Albertsons and the Sprouts Farmers Market that opened in spring 2024.
Oil drilling affects air quality and health
Bakersfield is known as the oil capital of California, and Kern County produces more oil than any other county in the country. As a result, the area often struggles with air pollution. According to Michelle Corson, public relations officer at Kern County Public Health Services Department, the percentage of people in Kern County diagnosed with asthma is about 2.6 higher than the state average.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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William Gordon
William Gordon
Watson Realty
(805) 918-8011
573 Total Sales
4 in Silver Creek
$238K - $470K Price Range
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Valerie Driesen
Valerie Driesen
Jeff Jackson & Associates
(661) 384-8524
100 Total Sales
1 in Silver Creek
$350,000 Price
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Eric Mora
Eric Mora
The Mora Partners Inc.
(661) 535-1530
593 Total Sales
8 in Silver Creek
$240K - $369K Price Range
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Diane White
Diane White
Watson Realty
(661) 387-3704
59 Total Sales
1 in Silver Creek
$301,000 Price
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Jose Olivares
Jose Olivares
Responds QuicklyBetter Homes and Gardens Real
(747) 998-0854
23 Total Sales
1 in Silver Creek
$369,000 Price
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Evangeline Flores
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Evangeline Flores
Responds QuicklyOPEN DOOR REAL ESTATE
(661) 215-6579
39 Total Sales
1 in Silver Creek
$365,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Coral Keys Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Silvercreek Park
Campus Park South
Wilderness Park
Tradewinds Park
Seasons Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Silver Creek | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Silver Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Silver Creek, Bakersfield sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Silver Creek, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $375,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$382,500
Median Sale Price
$375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$315,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
72
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$241
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,112
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1996
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,688
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,665
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,650 - $2,025 per month
- Watermark Apartment Homes
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 725+ Sq Ft
- 4930 Gosford Rd
- Bakersfield, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,687
Median Age
33
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$89,052
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,781
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90%
College Graduates
25.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.4%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.4%
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®
33
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22
/ 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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