Spice
Neighborhood in Bakersfield, California
Kern County 93309
Suburban streets in Spice
Spice is a suburb of neatly looped cul-de-sacs and wide sidewalks shaded by palm trees. “The neighborhood is more established than nearby areas, but the homes tend to be smaller,” Gordon says. “It’s a great place for first-time homebuyers.” 1970s and 1980s one-story homes are priced between $200,000 and $400,000, depending on renovations like fireplaces and in-ground pools. Properties sit close together and have wooden or metal fences separating them. Homes with pools have completely concrete backyards, while others are grassy. People can park their vehicles in carports or driveways.
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Green spaces and community sports
Castle Park or Grissom ParkCastle Park is in the northwest corner and has a sandy playground and a pavilion for small gatherings. Meanwhile, Grissom Park is in the southeast corner and includes basketball and volleyball courts and uncovered picnic tables. Sportsplex Bakersfield offers athletes an indoor sports facility about two miles away. The Stockdale and Sundale Country Clubs have private, 18-hole golf courses about 3 miles away.
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A positive learning environment at West High School
The Panama-Buena Vista Union School District and Kern High School District serve students in the area. Children can attend Castle Elementary School before moving on to O.J. Actis Junior High, which offers several student events, such as the oral language festival and science fair. Both schools earn a C-plus from Niche. Kids can advance to West High, which receives a B-minus and uses the PBIS system — Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports — to shape a healthy social environment and provide individualized support. California State University, Bakersfield is 3 miles north. There are no private schools in Spice, but nearby churches include the Fellowship Baptist Church and the Southwest Christian Center.What’s happening on Golden State Highway?
Route 99, known as the Golden State Highway, is a main artery for getting around Bakersfield. The Golden Empire Transit offers commuters a public bus service with stops scattered along Ashe Road. The Meadows Field Airport is 13 miles away. The nearest medical center is Dignity Health - Mercy Hospital Southwest on Old River Road, 5 miles north.
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Getting stuff done at Stockdale Town Center
Crossroads Shopping Center sits in Spice’s southwestern corner and includes Foodmaxx, the local grocer, T-shirt Outlet, a couple of banks and Bangkok Street Food, a Thai spot. The Stockdale Town Center has food chains like Jack in the Box and Frosty Queen Express. It also houses the popular China Star Buffet.
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Air pollution in Bakersfield
Bakersfield struggles with air pollution due to its industrial and farming nature. As of 2023, efforts to better the air quality are being noticed. "This year's report represents the best in terms of the fewest ozone pollution days. There's still a long way to go but the trend is in the right direction," says Mariela Ruacho, the manager of clean air advocacy at the American Lung Association.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Diane White
Diane White
Watson Realty
(661) 387-3704
59 Total Sales
1 in Spice
$235,000 Price
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William Gordon
William Gordon
Watson Realty
(805) 918-8011
573 Total Sales
6 in Spice
$265K - $355K Price Range
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Eric Mora
Eric Mora
The Mora Partners Inc.
(661) 535-1530
593 Total Sales
7 in Spice
$230K - $355K Price Range
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Javier Guzman
Javier Guzman
LPT Realty, Inc.
(661) 387-3856
91 Total Sales
1 in Spice
$240,000 Price
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Carmen Caudillo
Carmen Caudillo
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(562) 270-6946
37 Total Sales
1 in Spice
$320,000 Price
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Miguel A. Hernandez
Miguel A. Hernandez
Open Door Real Estate
(661) 370-2820
230 Total Sales
1 in Spice
$355,000 Price
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
Amberton Park
Corvallis Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Westwold Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Castle Park
Grissom Park
Patriots Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Spice | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Spice Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Spice, Bakersfield sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Spice, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $331,750, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$334,450
Median Sale Price
$331,750
Median Single Family Sale Price
$338,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
52
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$260
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,575
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,236
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,440
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,125 - $1,540 per month
- Mesa Creek Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 3100 Ashe Rd
- Bakersfield, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,508
Median Age
32
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,636
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,503
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.6%
% Population in Labor Force
60.6%
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®
48
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
44
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29
/ 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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