Stone Meadows
Suburban Neighborhood in Bakersfield, California
Kern County 93313
Stone Meadows' contemporary single-family homes
Stone Meadows' contemporary single-family homes have traditional elements like shingled roofs, while others have Tuscan- and Mediterranean-influenced touches like terracotta tile roofs and stucco exteriors. Two-car garages and short, paved driveways are common. "The homes are smaller in Stone Meadows than in neighboring Stone Creek, and they have fairly modest-sized lots," Brinsfield says. Three and four-bedroom homes of about 1,400 to 2,400 square feet are the norm. Prices range from $335,000 to $550,000.
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Granite Pointe Park and fairgrounds events
Granite Pointe Park has basketball and volleyball courts and a playground. People, often accompanied by their dogs, stroll the paved walkways and surrounding green fields. "It's popular for small family picnics. I don't think it has restrooms, though," says Keith Powell, Recreation & Parks Recreation Supervisor for the city of Bakersfield. He mentions that people might also visit Stone Creek Park, which is a little more than a mile away but does include restrooms. The Kaiser Permanente Sports Village Soccer Complex is nearby and frequently used by soccer leagues for children and adults.Year-round events are held at the Kern County Fairgrounds, about 6 miles from Stone Meadows. They include concerts at the Bud Pavilion, classic car shows and livestock exhibitions. The highly anticipated Bakersfield Christmas Town is a top fairgrounds event known for its interactive light shows. Christmas Town continues for over a month, with wintry delights like a sledding hill, an ice-skating rink and a holiday hayride.
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Granite Point Elementary and Ridgeview High
Public schools include Granite Pointe Elementary School, which earns a B grade from Niche, and Stonecreek Junior High School, which has a B-minus. Ridgeview High School receives a B-plus and ranks as Niche's No. 1 Standout High School in the Bakersfield area. Ridgeview's Information Technology Academy focuses on digital economy and computer sciences.
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Buck Owens and the Crystal Palace
Stone Meadows' Green Lawn Cemetery is the final resting place of singer Buck Owens, who moved to the area in the 1950s and became one of the most successful artists known for the "Bakersfield sound," a honky-tonk and rock-influenced style of the era. Owens was named to the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Buck Owens' Crystal Palace, a music memorabilia museum and performance venue, brought musicians and fans to downtown Bakersfield for nearly three decades. The Buck Owens Private Foundation announced the sale of the property in July 2024.State Route 99, GET buses and more
Adjacent to State Route 99 — the Golden State Highway — the neighborhood is primarily made up of short, straight streets. There are numerous cul-de-sacs, making for a quiet, walkable environment. Busier roads are at the neighborhood's periphery, with Panama Lane to the north, McKee Road to the south and Wible Road to the west. Hosking Avenue is about 4 miles long, with a portion crossing Stone Meadows and an overpass at SR-99.Golden Empire Transit (GET) has bus routes with stops on streets like Hosking Avenue and Panama Lane. The Bakersfield Train Station on Truxtun Avenue downtown has Amtrak service. Meadows Field Airport, about 14 miles from Stone Meadows, offers passenger service on American Airlines and United. It's about 6 miles from Stone Meadows to Bakersfield Municipal Airport, used for general aviation. It's approximately 100 miles to either LAX or Hollywood Burbank Airport.
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Panama Lane shopping, new stores around Hosking Avenue
Shopping centers on Panama Lane fulfill most retail needs. "Panama Lane has everything people need for groceries and essentials. And that area is growing a lot," says Jose Torres, a Realtor at Re/Max Golden Empire with over five years of experience in Bakersfield. There's an Albertsons and an Aldi on Panama, and a Sprouts Farmers Market opened in March of 2024. Dutch Bros Coffee is a drive-through spot for caffeinated favorites and energy drink blends with sugar-free and added boba options. Molly J's Restaurant specializes in American standards and homemade pies. New development in recent years around Hosking Avenue includes a Starbucks, a Taco Bell and a Samco Food Store with a gas station.
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The oil industry has affected air quality
Bakersfield has air quality issues resulting from extensive oil drilling in the area. When pollutant levels are high, those with sensitivity are advised to wear face masks, use air purifiers indoors and limit outdoor activities.
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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 Stone Meadows
$375,000 Price
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Eric Mora
Eric Mora
The Mora Partners Inc.
(661) 535-1530
593 Total Sales
3 in Stone Meadows
$310K - $375K Price Range
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Javier Guzman
Javier Guzman
LPT Realty, Inc.
(661) 387-3856
92 Total Sales
1 in Stone Meadows
$290,000 Price
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Miguel A. Hernandez
Miguel A. Hernandez
Open Door Real Estate
(661) 370-2820
230 Total Sales
3 in Stone Meadows
$305K - $435K Price Range
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Diego Lobaton
Diego Lobaton
Responds QuicklyLPT Realty, Inc.
(661) 407-2484
67 Total Sales
1 in Stone Meadows
$340,000 Price
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Phi-Yen Markendorf
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Phi-Yen Markendorf
Responds QuicklyMarkendorf and Associates
80 Total Sales
1 in Stone Meadows
$275,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- 7th to 8th
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- K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Weston Park
Children's Discovery Center and Kern County Museum
Stonecreek Park
Greenfield Park
Granite Pointe Park
Challenger Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Stone Meadows | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Stone Meadows Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Stone Meadows, Bakersfield sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Stone Meadows, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $425,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$449,950
Median Sale Price
$425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$426,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,540
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
3.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,782
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,423
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,060
Median Age
31
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$103,556
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$111,222
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
70%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
16.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.6%
% Population in Labor Force
66.1%
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
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25
/ 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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