$311,075Average Value$330Average Price per Sq Ft24Homes For Sale
Creative potential in weathered Wible Orchard
Weathered streets and chipped-paint facades add to the humble spirit of Wible Orchard, where pickup trucks are a familiar form of transportation. DIY landscaping and youthful palm trees bring a sense of creative potential to this neighborhood nestled next to warehouses and factories in South Bakersfield, like MBT Trucking and Rick's Recycling Center. “This was a tough area many years ago,” says Javier Guzma, who grew up attending school in the area and now sells homes in Bakersfield as a Realtor with Agentcor-Big Block Realty. “Today, there are more owners in Wible Orchard than renters, and the neighborhood has improved. You see the community taking more pride in their homes. I see a lot of renovation, which brings in a lot of new life.”
Wible Orchard is a quiet area of Bakersfield known for it's variety of Midcentury Ranch homes.
Homes in Wible Orchard have a variety of landscapes including palm and olive trees.
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Bedroom community with midcentury homes
Wible Orchard has Craftsman and midcentury ranch-style homes that are L-shaped with flat or slanted roofs and chimneys are on display. Properties have low-cut lawns bordered by brick walls, metal fences or gardens with trimmed hedges. Most houses have a paved carport and garage. “Wible Orchard is a little bedroom community with easy access to the freeway,” says Cecilia Clark, Broker Associate at Emerge Real Estate with over 17 years of experience. “It happens to be gentrifying, but there are still a lot of opportunities for investment.” Homes typically start at $200,000 and reach $400,000. Ranch-style homes list from $210,000 to $370,000, while Craftsman-style homes cost between $240,000 and $400,000. Santiago Creek is a manufactured home community with a pool, spa, and clubhouse with HOA fees. Manufactured homes typically cost around $50,000 to $140,000.
Midcentury Ranch style homes are common throughout the Wible Orchard neighborhood.
Midcentury Ranch homes in Wible Orchard feature a lot of variety in styling and color.
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Shopping at Valley Plaza or dinner from Tacos El Dorado
Multiple shopping centers with restaurants and supermarkets are within reach, allowing residents to stay in Wible Orchard and avoid the downtown traffic. The Valley Plaza Mall has over 140 retailers, with anchor stores like JCPenney, Target and Forever 21, less than three miles north. Wilson Road leads to shopping areas with international food establishments and dollar stores, while White Lane is a mainstream thoroughfare lined with fast-food chains and grocers. Country Kitchen, a local diner chain, serves a classic American breakfast. Tacos El Dorado, which translates to “the golden tacos,” is a traditional Mexican restaurant with specialty items and beer in a strip mall eatery. Superior Grocers has an international inventory, while Smart & Final Extra! is a warehouse-style supermarket, both on White Lane.
Stop by Tacos El Dorado for authentic Mexican food in the Wible Orchard area of Bakersfield.
Stop by Valley Plaza Mall for a quick treat in the Wible Orchard area of Bakersfield.
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Highway access and walkability
Wible Orchard is easy to navigate, with wide bike lanes for cyclists and a high walkability rating. The Golden Empire Transit (GET) bus system provides public transportation with nine stops along Hughes Lane. State Route 99 is the western border, connecting to Interstate 5 and Downtown Bakersfield, less than 5 miles north. The Bakersfield Train Station offers Amtrak Travel through the San Joaquins line, which reaches other cities in the Central Valley. Los Angeles is roughly 113 miles south on Interstate 5, including the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Meadows Field is Bakersfield’s flight hub, where passenger flights land in Los Angeles, Sacramento and other international ports.
Award-winning programs at South High School
Greenfield Union School District serves over 9,000 students in Bakersfield. Planz Elementary receives a C-plus grade and offers an After School SUCCESS program where students continue learning on weekday evenings until 6 p.m. Greenfield Middle School also maintains a C-plus, and students can participate in annual events like a science fair or an oral language festival. South High School earns a B-plus and has both an award-winning band and a championship-level soccer program.
Planz Elementary School serves grades K-5 in Bakersfield.
South High School serves grades 9-12 in Bakersfield.
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The Planz Skatepark and local green spaces
Planz Park provides a shaded playground with a sandy swing set and a splash pad sprinkler area. The Planz Skatepark is a 7,000-square-foot concrete arena with a bowl, half-pipes and railings. Wilson Park has basketball courts, tennis courts and an off-leash dog park. Wayside Park is a narrow stretch with a baseball diamond and splash pad, all on a half-mile green space.
Planz Park is a great place for teams to practice in Bakersfield.
Spend a sunny day playing tennis at Wilson Park in Bakersfield.
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Swap meets and concerts at the Kern County Fairgrounds
The Kern County Fairgrounds is a significant event center, hosting an annual county fair and concerts at the Budweiser Pavilion. The Swap Meet is a vendor marketplace at the fairgrounds that runs four days a week from January to December. Rodeos, wrangling exhibitions and monster truck shows are on the bill at the 805 Grandstand Arena.
Air quality in Kern County
Kern County is California's energy capital, with considerable oil and petroleum industries. As a result, Bakersfield experiences lesser air quality. However, air conditions are improving through initiatives like rebates for electric vehicles offered by the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District.
Homes in the Wible Orchard neighborhood have views of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
The Wible Orchard area is close to major retail and office centers.
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Parks in this Area
Wayside Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Stiern Park
Wilson Park
Basketball
Soccer
Tennis
Planz Park
Challenger Park
Rexland Acres Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Meadows Field
20 min drive
Bus
Hughes & Wilson
Bus
White Lane & South H
Bus
White Lane & Superior Grocers
Bus
Monitor & Plantation
Bus
South H & Planz
Bus
South Chester & Sylvia
Bus
Hughes & Patti
Wible Orchard Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wible Orchard, Bakersfield sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Wible Orchard, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $399,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Unlock the potential of these 2 fully improved parcels. These 2 vacant lands are perfect for your next commercial venture, boasting access to public water and sewer, making it a seamless choice for development. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to secure these valuable pieces of land in a thriving community.
You'll love this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with a 1-car garage. It features a spacious living room and a renovated kitchen with granite countertops, a newer stove, and a breakfast nook. The interior boasts fresh paint, new flooring, and s upgraded bathrooms. Enjoy outdoor living with a large covered patio perfect for gatherings and two storage sheds for added convenience.
Fully occupied tri-plex in Bakersfield. All units feature 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and dual living spaces. Rents are currently at $1200, $1114, and $1200. Units have hard surfaces throughout with some recent updates within the last few years. 2905 S. Chester also being offered for sale.
Uncover a serene hideaway at Valley Springs Apartments, where you'll discover calming beautifully landscaped grounds througout. We offer stunning 2x1 Townhouses with updated vinyl (wood look) flooring. Sparkling multi-spec counter tops, white cabinets, carpeted stair case and bedrooms, storage closet, and the convenience of washer/dryer hookups inside.
Step into this beautifully renovated home, where modern design meets effortless comfort. The open and spacious floor plan is adorned with stylish contemporary decor, creating an inviting atmosphere.The brand-new kitchen is a showstopper, featuring crisp white shaker cabinetry, gleaming quartz countertops, a stainless-steel gas burner range, and a built-in microwave perfect for both everyday
Property Id: 10786133/2 BA. HOME IN GATED COMMUNITY - PRIVATE PARK OPEN WEEKENDS$1,850.00 Per Month. Plus DepositEnjoy privacy and quiet comfort in this one-of-a-kind Wible Orchard gated community, complete with a spacious private park, Sports Court, Barbecue, and play area. You also have your own private fenced backyard for those small personal
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
15,021
Median Age
31
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,918
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,140
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.1%
% Population in Labor Force
59.2%
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®
49/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60/ 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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