Venola
Neighborhood in Bakersfield, California
Kern County 93313
Single-family homes from the 1980s
Home styles in Venola vary from multi-unit fourplexes to condos and manufactured homes, but the majority are single-family builds. Ranch-style and tri-level houses from the 1980s and early 90s cost between $220,000 and $495,000 depending on size and condition. “The majority are going to be closer to $400,000, which is on the high end for Bakersfield,” says Menacho. Most homes are brick or stucco Mediterranean-influenced builds with private driveways and multicar garages. Basketball hoops and American flags are often attached above garages. Properties have small front and back yards, often not fenced in. Well-lit sidewalks are shaded by large California oaks and palm trees. There are a few manufactured home parks on the eastern and southern ends of the neighborhood, where properties cost between $40,000 and $230,000 depending on number of bedrooms and community amenities. Condos are priced between $240,000 and $275,000, while multi-unit properties generally cost between $700,000 to $820,000.
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Learning at Ridgeview High
Kids in Venola may attend Roy W. Loudon Elementary School, which holds a C-plus rating on Niche and is a part of the Panama-Buena Vista Union School District. Fred L. Thompson Junior High School has a C ranking and an 18-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Teens may attend Ridgeview High School, part of the Kern High School District. Ridgeview High earns a B Niche grade and was named a Standout Public High School by the service.
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Fun at Grissom Park
Just north of the neighborhood is Grissom Park. Locals picnic at the covered tables and cook on the community grills at the park. Others strike up volleyball matches or toss frisbees in the open green space. The smaller Challenger Park is a popular spot for parents to bring their kids, with its covered play areas and climbing walls for children. Residents can work out at In-Shape Family Fitness or practice their golf games at the Ultimate Drive, an interactive driving range with a full bar.
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Riding Golden Empire Transit buses
Highway 99 borders the neighborhood and gives locals access to downtown Bakersfield 7 miles away or Meadows Field Airport 12 miles north. Traffic noise can be an issue for some residents. For local transportation, Golden Empire Transit has several bus stops in the neighborhood.Brunch at District Cafe
Locals hit the District Café for weekend brunch. Mimosa towers for the table and large breakfast burritos are customer favorites and diners can sit either on the outdoor patio or inside at large booths with black-and-white photos of Bakersfield on the walls. Camino Real Kitchen & Tequila has a hip vibe, with dim overhead lighting and exposed brick. The Mexican restaurant is known for specialty margaritas and taco platters. K Pocha & Restaurant is a casual, family-owned, and operated Korean restaurant that opened in the summer of 2023. Grocery shoppers have plenty of options with Albertsons, Costco and Walmart locations all along Panama Lane.
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Heat and air concerns across Bakersfield
Like much of Bakersfield, Venola experiences extreme heat. Temperatures regularly top out at over 100 degrees in the summer. Poor air quality is also an issue because of Bakersfield’s agriculture and oil industries.
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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
3 in Venola
$225K - $380K Price Range
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Eric Van Denk
Eric Van Denk
Central Valley Property Advisors
(661) 218-1053
244 Total Sales
2 in Venola
$820,000 Price Range
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Valerie Driesen
Valerie Driesen
Jeff Jackson & Associates
(661) 384-8524
100 Total Sales
1 in Venola
$115,000 Price
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Eric Mora
Eric Mora
The Mora Partners Inc.
(661) 535-1530
593 Total Sales
8 in Venola
$122K - $357K Price Range
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David Madrigal
David Madrigal
Solutions Realty, Inc.
(661) 535-0270
45 Total Sales
1 in Venola
$290,000 Price
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Javier Guzman
Javier Guzman
LPT Realty, Inc.
(661) 387-3856
92 Total Sales
1 in Venola
$275,000 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
Coral Keys Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Corvallis Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Silvercreek Park
Grissom Park
Seasons Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Challenger Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Venola | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Venola Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Venola, Bakersfield sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Venola, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $360,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$359,995
Median Sale Price
$360,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$360,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$294,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
75
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$238
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,059
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
1983
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,482
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,825
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
891
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 4pm
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
8,668
Median Age
34
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,606
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,812
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
% Population in Labor Force
60.8%
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®
38
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45
/ 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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