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A history of farmland
Lamont got its start from seasonal workers migrating into the area with their families to seek better lives during the Great Depression. Today, this agricultural town 10 miles south of Bakersfield is known for its rows of farm fields of grapes, almonds, pistachios, carrots and other crops. “If I won the lottery, I’d invest in this area because it’s going to grow from people moving farther away from the Los Angeles Basin," says Lorena Cervantes, District Manager for the Bear Mountain Recreation and Parks District.
Local bakery, butchery and other bites
For most of their dining and shopping needs, residents head to Main Street, which runs north to south through the middle of town. At the northern end, locals pick up fresh bread and meats at Carnitas Uruapan, a bakery and butcher shop. And next door, they can stop in for ice cream and other desserts at Neveria y Antojitos Las Tapatia's. A half-mile down the street, pizza lovers indulge at Rusty’s Pizza Parlor, and a half-mile south from there, Root Beer King serves up burgers and fries in a 1950s diner setting. On the southern end of Main Street is Mariscos Las Islitas, a neighborhood favorite with seafood-inspired Mexican cuisine.
Visit the local panderia for sweets and more.
If you are looking for ice cream and snacks visit Lamont's Las Tapatias.
For your seafood needs visit Las Islitas.
If you need any farming needs you can visit the General Store located off the main road.
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Fenced-in bungalows
In the residential sections of Lamont, sidewalks line the streets where many properties are fenced-in from the front to the back. Ranch-style houses and bungalows with about a quarter-acre of yard space, some with attached or detached garages, ranging from 600 to 1,700 square feet in space and about $165,000 to $300,000 in price. There are also larger ranch homes and estates on 1 to 3 acres of land that cost anywhere from $350,000 to upwards of $750,000.
You can find nice cozy homes in Lamont California.
A lot of homes in Lamont are fenced and have quaint front yards.
Lamont homes have a vast array of styles from ranch styles to bungalows.
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Museums and shows in downtown Bakersfield
Cal-Organic Farms began on a quarter-acre of land in Lamont and eventually teamed up with Grimmway Farms, known today as one of the largest producers of carrots and other vegetables. Just 10 miles north, locals can explore the museums and outdoor spaces in Bakersfield. The California Living Museum is a zoo with a botanical garden, and the Kern County Museum dives into the area’s history of Indigenous Peoples, frontier life and oil fields. People also take advantage of live music at the Dignity Health Ampitheatre at The Park at River Walk.
Lamont Park and Bear Mountain Recreation
On the east side of town at Lamont Park, locals swim in the outdoor pool, shoot hoops at the outdoor basketball courts and run around the playground. On the west side, Bear Mountain Recreation Center also offers a community pool, playground, basketball courts, as well as athletic fields. “The Junior Giants Foundation sponsors and donates equipment to the youth baseball league, for athletes ages 5 to 14. And right after baseball season ends, we have a youth soccer league,” says Cervantes. “The park also hosts community events throughout the year, like a Christmas Parade and a 4,000-egg Easter Egg Hunt.”
Lamont Park offers basketball courts and a playground.
Bear Mountain Recreation Park offers tennis courts, soccer fields , playgrounds and much more.
Take your kids by Bear Mountain Recreation park playground and enjoy all its amenities.
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Four-laned CA Route 184
California State Route 184 runs north and south, turning into Main Street as it passes through Lamont, where there are several Kern Transit bus stops. For train riders, the Bakersfield Amtrak station is just 10 miles north of town. Residents drive along the four-lane highway on their way back from the easily accessible Bakersfield, passing field after field of crops before pulling into the driveways of their quiet Lamont homes.
Public Bus transportation is available for locals in Lamont.
Students zoned for Arvin High
Lamont Elementary School District and Kern High School District serve students living in Lamont. “The teachers in this community are great and willing to help,” Cervantes says. Younger learners can begin at Lamont Elementary School, which receives a C-minus Niche grade, before moving on to Sunset Middle School, which receives a D-plus. Older students can attend Arvin High School, which receives a B Niche grade and is ranked the No. 3 Niche Standout High School in the Bakersfield Area.
Lamont Elementary is one of Lamont's elementary schools kids K through 5th may attend.
Grades 6th-8th may attend Sunset Middle School.
Kids in the area will attend Arvin High School which serves grades 9th to 12th.
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On average, homes in Lamont, CA sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lamont, CA over the last 12 months is $180,000, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Perfect starter home or investment in Lamont, CA. Has 3 bedroom 2 bath 1,220 Sf. 6,534 lot. nice sized back yard.The garage converted into a bedroom which can be converted back if needed.It does need some work, mainly cosmetic, but the potential is there for someone ready to put in a little effort.
Investors dream! Two homes on one lot!!! Total sq ft is approximately 1,560.. Front house is a 3 bedroom with 1 bathroom and back unit is 1 bedroom w/ 1 bathroom unit. This home has been a long term rental with back unit vacant w/ work needed. Huge upside!! Property does need some TLC. Drive by only and do not disturb tenants. Eviction in process with lock out date approaching soon. Seller is
3 bedroom 1.75 bath home, with detached duplex. The property is conveniently located near numerous local amenities, including Lamont Elementary School, Lamont Branch Library, Bear Mountain Recreation, and the Public Utilities District. According to the assessor, the property is classified as a single-family residence (SFR) with a duplex, comprising a total of three units. The property features
Perfect starter home or investment in Lamont, CA. Has 3 bedroom 2 bath 1,220 Sf. 6,534 lot. nice sized back yard.The garage converted into a bedroom which can be converted back if needed.It does need some work, mainly cosmetic, but the potential is there for someone ready to put in a little effort.
Investors dream! Two homes on one lot!!! Total sq ft is approximately 1,560.. Front house is a 3 bedroom with 1 bathroom and back unit is 1 bedroom w/ 1 bathroom unit. This home has been a long term rental with back unit vacant w/ work needed. Huge upside!! Property does need some TLC. Drive by only and do not disturb tenants. Eviction in process with lock out date approaching soon. Seller is
3 bedroom 1.75 bath home, with detached duplex. The property is conveniently located near numerous local amenities, including Lamont Elementary School, Lamont Branch Library, Bear Mountain Recreation, and the Public Utilities District. According to the assessor, the property is classified as a single-family residence (SFR) with a duplex, comprising a total of three units. The property features
With a name like Weedpatch, it’s easy to imagine a field of weeds—and that wouldn’t necessarily be wrong. South of Lamont, this agricultural and industrial town has a number of farms, growing crops from grapes and almonds to carrots and root vegetables. John Steinbeck stayed in Weedpatch while working on Grapes of Wrath, and the area served as inspiration for his 1936 novel. While this town may seem sparse in residential and commercial real estate, the rising costs of living along the L.A. Basin are moving people farther away toward the areas around Weedpatch. “If I won the lottery, I’d invest in this area because it’s going to grow," says Lorena Cervantes, District Manager for the Bear Mountain Recreation and Parks District.
The housing inventory is considerably low in Weedpatch, and there are more renters than buyers. “The houses are older, and owners don’t want to invest in them due in part to the number of seasonal workers who temporarily move to the area with their families to work on the surrounding farms,” Cervantes says. However, there are 1,000- to 1,700-square-foot ranch homes and bungalows available, some with driveways and quarter-acre yards, in the $175,000 to around $300,000 price range. The Weedpatch Country Apartments are fully populated, where 1-to-4-bedroom apartments range from 630 to 1,150 square feet. Also in town is the Buena Vista Mobile Home Park.
The Vineland Elementary School District and the Kern High School District serve students living in Weedpatch. Learners can start at Vineland Elementary School, which receives a D-minus Niche grade, before moving on to Sunset Middle School, which receives a D-plus. High schoolers can attend Arvin High School, which receives a B Niche grade and is ranked the No. 3 Niche Standout High School in the Bakersfield Area. “The teachers in this community are great and willing to help,” Cervantes says.
At both Lamont Park and Bear Mountain Recreation Center, there are playgrounds, community pools, athletic fields and basketball courts. “The Junior Giants Foundation, the flagship of the Giants Community Fund, sponsors and donates equipment to the youth baseball league, for athletes aged 5 to 14. And right after baseball ends, we have a youth soccer league,” says Cervantes. “The park also hosts seasonal community events, like a Christmas Parade and a 4,000-egg Easter Egg Hunt.”
Weedpatch is home to Cal-Organic Farms, the largest organic vegetable producer and distributor in the United States. Locals pick up groceries and household essentials at Amigos Supermarket or Garcia’s Market, located just north in Lamont. And when they’re ready for a bite to eat, residents can indulge in a burger and fries in a 1950s diner setting at Root Beer King or seafood-inspired Mexican cuisine at Mariscos Las Islitas.
One of the final filming locations for the 1940s movie, Grapes of Wrath, was filmed at Weedpatch Camp. This camp was built by the Farm Security Administration in 1936 to house seasonal workers who fled the Dust Bowl during the Great Depression. The site is now on the National Register of Historic Places.
Weedpatch Highway runs north and south through Weedpatch, turning into Main Street as it passes the town center. There are several Kern Transit bus stops peppered along Main Street, and the Bakersfield Amtrak station is 15 miles north of the area. While the history of Weedpatch may be bleak, as Cervantes says, “If you’re willing to participate in the community and have a positive attitude, this can be a great place to call home.”
Property Mix - Square Feet
Lamont Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
13,080
Median Age
29
Population under 18
34.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$37,307
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,715
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
37%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
3.3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.8%
% Population in Labor Force
58.1%
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®®
46/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®®
76/ 100
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