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Old West vibes with historical ties
In some parts of Bodfish, it might feel like you’re in an Old West town and a gunslinger is about to emerge from a cloud of dust. That’s part of the appeal of this California neighborhood in the southern Sierra Nevada, which traces its roots back to around the time of the gold rush and offers slices of history within its boundaries alongside its rugged surroundings. “Bodfish is small,” says Autumn Mitchell, a Realtor and real estate executive with Tobias Real Estate. “It goes up the side of a mountain, but not a major one – more of a hill. It’s real pretty out there and we have nice views.”
Bodfish offers scenic views of Lake Isabella and the surrounding mountains.
Visitors explore Silver City Ghost Town Museum to learn about Bodfish’s rich Old West history.
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Ranch and mobile homes within the mountains
Homes in Bodfish typically range from around $100,000 to the mid-$200,000s, with some other properties like cabins and homes with larger acreage priced as high as close to $450,000. Ranch homes and mobile homes are the most popular and prevalent styles in Bodfish, with some listings offering porches and patios as well. The mountainous surroundings are visible from most residences, and homes and the city-maintained streets are almost all concentrated in the northern third of the neighborhood’s region. Fencing around yards and lawn decorations are also frequent sights along the streets in Bodfish.
Ranch-style homes in Bodfish feature tidy lots surrounded by classic white picket fences.
Residents in Bodfish add personality to their homes with decorated front yards.
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Schooling within two districts
Education begins in the Kernville Union Elementary School District at Piute Mountain Elementary School, which serves kindergarten through the eighth grade and receives a rating of C-plus on Niche. Woodrow Wallace Middle School is also within the district, receiving a C score while hosting grades six through eight. Students then move over to the Kern High School District to Kern Valley High School, which is awarded a grade of B-minus from Niche and features extracurricular activities such as a book club, a robotics organization and an art club.
Woodrow Wallace Middle School serves Bodfish students in grades six through eight.
Teens in Bodfish explore robotics, art, and more at Kern Valley High School.
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Close to Lake Isabella with plenty of activities
While there aren’t any established parks within the boundaries of Bodfish, there’s no shortage of outdoor amenities. HoTK Campground is right between Bodfish Creek and Bodfish Canyon Road in the northern part of the neighborhood, and the southern portion of Bodfish unfolds upward as part of the hilly southern Sierra Nevada. Myers Canyon and Bodfish Canyon are both located in the north-central portion of the neighborhood, while just across the northern border is the town of Lake Isabella. The lake itself is a little farther north, and offers boating, swimming, camping, fishing and more along its shores and on the water. Havilah Preserve, where gold was discovered more than 150 years ago, is just to the south, as are plenty of camps, trails and peaks.
Lake Isabella’s blue waters and mountain backdrop are minutes from Bodfish.
Sunny skies reflect off Lake Isabella, a scenic spot near Bodfish.
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Mexican food and small markets
Check out Don Sombrero, the main local draw for food in Bodfish. Essentially the only restaurant within the neighborhood’s boundaries, the beloved local staple offers Mexican food, a drink menu and a wide selection of burritos, tacos and more. For other needs, the Bodfish Market and Country Korner Market are convenience stores with varieties of food, candy, drinks and more. The Bodfish Market also offers more grocery options and deli products, as well. Several hardware stores are located in close proximity with one another in Bodfish, including Kirkham’s Hardware and an Ace Hardware location.
Bodfish Market is perfect for stocking up on groceries and everyday essentials.
Visitors to Bodfish often stop at Don Sombrero for tacos and community charm.
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A ghostly guided tour with haunted happenings
For some historical perspective, visit the Silver City Ghost Town, which features a number of buildings relocated from the surrounding area into one location paying homage to the Kern Valley’s frontier heritage. It may or may not be haunted, but it attracts visitors either way. “Right on the border between Lake Isabella and Bodfish is the Silver City Ghost Town,” Mitchell says. “That’s one thing that draws people there. It’s cool at Halloween time, because they do a nighttime walk through the little village there. All of that area had a lot of mining.” That tour is known as the Silver City Lantern Tour & Ghost Hunt and encourages its participants to dress up while walking amongst buildings like an antique store that look straight out of a western.
Silver City Ghost Town Museum offers a glimpse into Bodfish’s historic past.
Bodfish’s antique store offers unique finds near Silver City Ghost Town Museum.
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Nearby links to Bakersfield
While there aren’t any major highways that run through Bodfish, Highway 178 comprises a small piece of the neighborhood’s northwestern border before continuing to run westward towards Bakersfield. The 178 curves along the southern shore of Lake Isabella before turning downward through the town of the same name, slightly touching the border of Bodfish. It’s about an hour’s drive southwest to the main city of Bakersfield.
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On average, homes in Bodfish, CA sell after 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Bodfish, CA over the last 12 months is $120,000, down 43% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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