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Everything’s coming up roses in Wasco
Amid the San Joaquin Valley farmland in southern California lies Wasco, a small town defined by its agricultural connections and close ties to nearby Bakersfield. Acres of orchards unfurl across the landscape beyond the primary residential area of Wasco, and roses are one of its primary outputs. Billing itself as the “Rose Capital of the World”, more than half of all roses grown in the country come from Wasco. “It’s an outlying farm community with a lot of connections to Bakersfield,” says William Gordon, a Realtor with Watson Realty and Gordon Team Realty. “It’s a great community if someone’s looking for a smaller-town feel. I grew up golfing in Wasco. It’s a working town and surrounded by agriculture.”
Travelers are greeted by this large welcome sign as they enter Wasco.
Beautiful roses bloom in this field outside the city limits of Wasco.
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Many influences on home styles
Home styles in Wasco range from Craftsman constructions to multi-levels with Spanish influences, with some ranch homes and contemporary farmhouses scattered throughout as well. The price range spans all the way from around $200,000 on up to $500,000, but homes in Wasco primarily fall between $250,000 and the high $300,000s. Newly-built homes are also offered in the area, and it’s not rare to see solar panels atop the roofs, pools in the backyards or manicured lawns lining the quiet, walkable streets. The rose fields, along with almond orchards and corn fields, line the outskirts.
Newly built Ranch style inspired homes with solar panels in Wasco.
Spanish style inspired homes with palm trees in Wasco.
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Historic school buildings for education
At Teresa Burke Elementary School, students start their education within the Wasco Union Elementary School District with grades kindergarten through five. Niche gives the school a grade of C, and those students then graduate to Thomas Jefferson Middle School, which also scores a C and serves grades six through eight. Wasco Union High School completes their learning with ninth through 12th grades, scores a grade of B with Niche and has been open for more than 100 years. It offers its students at least five athletic outlets in each of the fall, winter and spring seasons, ranging from baseball to wrestling to tennis, and its auditorium is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The historical auditorium is a major part of Wasco High School.
A large marquee greets students at the corner of Wasco High School.
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A pair of parks and a famous festival
Barker Park, located near the center of Wasco’s most densely populated area, offers its visitors a playground, a sand volleyball court and open spaces for general activity or a pickup game of baseball or football. Westside Park, placed closer to Wasco High School and northwest of Barker Park, features two baseball fields facing opposite one another on the southeastern and southwestern ends of its area, as well as a lighted basketball court, open space and a playground. Both recreational facilities also offer picnic areas. “They also have the Wasco Rose Festival,” says Autumn Mitchell, Realtor and real estate executive with Tobias Real Estate. “It’s a huge draw.” The Rose Festival is held in the fall and features a different theme each year as well as a pageant, fun run, vendors and more events during its three-day span.
A Wasco father enjoys playing soccer with his son at Westside Park.
Wasco team members receive last minute instructions from their coach.
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Restaurants, cafes, markets and more
Stop in at Café 101 for an all-day breakfast service in its cafeteria-style atmosphere, or visit the Wasco location of the local Sno White Drive-In chain for their famous burgers and milkshakes. La Fonda Taqueria Y Mariscos also offers breakfast all day, and patrons can also find a varied selection of burritos, fajitas and even seafood on the restaurant’s menu. Find Hispanic fare at both the Fiesta Supermarket and Fiesta Latina Market, and the Guadalajara Meat Market features general needs and branded items. Other groceries can be found at the Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, and Wasco locations of prominent chains include Denny’s and Rite Aid.
Residents of Wasco shop Guadalajara Meat Market downtown.
Local residents of Wasco are enjoying a delicious breakfast at Cafe 101.
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Beyond the agriculture of Wasco
Beyond Wasco, its blooming agricultural scene and its iconic water tower, it’s only a half-hour drive southeast to nearby Bakersfield. Shafter is about half that distance to the south, marking the rough midpoint between Bakersfield and Wasco. The link between Shafter and Wasco is State Route 43, running north and south, while perpendicular to Route 43 is Route 46, running west from Famoso all the way to within a mile of the Pacific Ocean. Kern Transit provides bus routes for general transportation, while the San Joaquin Amtrak service has a stop at the Wasco station.
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On average, homes in Wasco, CA sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Wasco, CA over the last 12 months is $305,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
First time buyer opportunity, New floors and new paint, ready to move in and enjoy with your family. in this family-oriented neighborhood close to all schools. and shopping. City of Wasco Close Distance to the mountains, and not even 2 hours to the coast. No wonder they call it a nice place to live.
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