Tuscany
Suburban Neighborhood in Bakersfield, California
Kern County 93306
HOA fees and 21st-century Mediterranean homes
Towering palm trees and shrubs sway alongside the private properties in Tuscany. Streets bear the names of iconic artists from the Renaissance, such as Raphael Avenue. This community features Spanish revivals and Mediterranean-style homes mainly built between 2000 and 2025. The average home size is 2,900 square feet, significantly above the national average of 1,900 square feet. The area also offers large lots, with a median size of nearly half an acre, and properties can include back courtyards and in-ground pools. Monthly HOA fees run about $100. Single-family home prices range from $500,000 to $850,000. "It's a little bit higher-end, so to speak," Advani says. "People will pay for the amount of space and the views there."This area receives a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, compared with the national average of 4. Like most cities in the Central Valley, Bakersfield faces periods of poor air quality due to the area's geography, agriculture and oil production. Wildfires also contribute to air pollution and can pose a risk to local structures.
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Golf courses, Hart Memorial Park and the CALM Zoo
Some of Kern County's most popular green spaces are within reach. The Kern River Golf Course offers public tee times with views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Kern River Canyon. The private Rio Bravo Country Club is also nearby. About 4 miles north, the 370-acre Hart Memorial Park has campgrounds, wildlife habitats and 6 miles of trails along the Kern River. There are also two lakes with boat launches and fishing holes. City in the Hills Park has a disc golf course and athletic facilities, such as basketball, volleyball and tennis courts. One vital stop for locals is the California Living Museum (CALM), a zoo with more than 400 species of native flora and fauna.
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Learning strategies in the Bakersfield City School District
Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School earns a C-plus grade from Niche, emphasizing goal setting, good habits and positivity. Paul L. Cato Middle School also has a C-plus, with programs focusing on creativity and critical thinking. B-rated Highland High School offers career-oriented classes in subjects such as agriculture and biomedical science.
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GET access and Meadows Field Airport
The Golden Empire Transit (GET) bus has stops along California State Route 178, which leads east toward the city center. Downtown Bakersfield is about 11 miles west. Los Angeles is about 120 miles south on state Route 99 and Interstate 5. Meadows Field Airport is roughly 15 miles northwest for direct flights to Dallas, Denver, Phoenix and San Francisco.Short drive to restaurants and supermarkets in the city
Tuscany residents can drive farther into Bakersfield for more dining options. About 5 miles west, El Patron serves margaritas and Mexican dishes in an unassuming space with traditional decor. Rosa's is a family-owned Italian restaurant with murals, floral decorations and a vintage atmosphere. Niles Street has retailers as well as grocery stores, such as Foodmaxx and Vallarta Supermarket. "You're not very central, but it's an easy hop on the freeway, and it doesn't have a lot of traffic," Advani says. "You're looking at around a 5-to 10-minute drive to basic stores."
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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William Gordon
William Gordon
Watson Realty
(805) 918-8011
574 Total Sales
1 in Tuscany
$850,000 Price
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David Madrigal
David Madrigal
Solutions Realty, Inc.
(661) 535-0270
45 Total Sales
1 in Tuscany
$130,000 Price
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Elizabeth Jimenez
EJ
Elizabeth Jimenez
Responds QuicklyReal Broker
(442) 218-2838
66 Total Sales
2 in Tuscany
$465K - $477K Price Range
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Cynthia Behill
Cynthia Behill
Responds QuicklySearchKern.com
(661) 846-4247
123 Total Sales
1 in Tuscany
$549,000 Price
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Laurie McCarty
Laurie McCarty
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Preferred Realtors
(661) 404-7192
797 Total Sales
4 in Tuscany
$475K - $705K Price Range
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Sanjeev Advani
Sanjeev Advani
Sanjeev Advani, Broker
(661) 768-1045
52 Total Sales
1 in Tuscany
$582,250 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
Hart Memorial Park
Pioneer Park
City in the Hills Park
Solera Park
University Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Tuscany | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Tuscany Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Tuscany, Bakersfield sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Tuscany, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $560,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$585,000
Median Sale Price
$560,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$560,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$230
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
345
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,867
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,467
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,037
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
1,108
Median Age
42
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$138,825
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$140,129
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
College Graduates
46.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
53.9%
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®
18
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
13
/ 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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Golf and 55-plus gated communities set in the tranquil Sierra Nevada foothills
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A small hillside suburb in Northeast Bakersfield
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Edison
Residential pockets of newer builds in agricultural terrain
Bakersfield Country Club
Custom-built homes and sprawling estates anchored by a prestigious country club
College Heights
Midcentury ranch-style homes dot the tidy streets of this Bakersfield suburb
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