Squirrel Mountain Valley
Rural Neighborhood in Weldon, California
Kern County 93240
Rustic ranch homes surrounded by mountains
Homes in Squirrel Mountain Valley are typically situated on large lots. Most of the home styles in the area are ranch constructions, usually ranging from $300,000 to $500,000. A few Cape Cod-inspired styles also dot the landscape, and a number of the homes have porches. A walk through Squirrel Mountain Valley might yield sights of equipment from the past, intriguing sculptures or rustic décor on some lawns, and some lots of land are also for sale. “There’s a lot of lake views and large lots,” Gordon says. “You’ll have room to roam. There’s mostly more modest homes, but also some higher-end properties out there. Some homes are perched up in the foothills surrounding the lake for more elevated views.”
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Maritime memories and trekking the trails
It’s not difficult to find things to do outdoors within the valley. At Paradise Cove, nautical enthusiasts can launch their boats from the ramp and set off on the waters of Lake Isabella. “You can live a stone’s throw from where your boat is docked,” Gordon says. “You won’t really live there and go camping, but hiking, hunting and fishing are the common pastimes.” With the mountain- and forest-laden surroundings, there’s plenty of opportunities to trek around the area amongst its trails, some of which lend themselves well to mountain biking.
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Schooling just outside the neighborhood boundary
South Fork Elementary School serves the student body within the Kern County area, providing education for kindergarten through eighth grade and serving as an elementary and middle school. South Fork receives a grade of C from Niche, but also scores a B-plus in terms of diversity. After graduating South Fork, students then move on to Kern Valley High School, which completes the educational arc with grades nine through 12. Kern Valley High receives a B-minus from Niche with a 17-to-one student-to-teacher ratio and seasonal sports including cheerleading, tennis, cross country and softball.Removed from the highway
The western segment of California State Route 178 is accessible from the adjoining town of Mountain Mesa, and Squirrel Mountain Valley is not directly linked to any major thoroughfares connected to other areas of the state. However, Bakersfield is reachable by the 178 in roughly an hour’s trip southwest. “You can go down and take advantage of everything the eastern Sierra has to offer, towards Ridgecrest and Inyokern and up to Mammoth,” Gordon says. “It’s a nice, rural community that has gorgeous views of the lake and freedom from the busy city life.”
Head to town for local fare
Very few restaurants and shops are located in Squirrel Mountain Valley. “Residents need to go into town for most of their needs,” Gordon says. “A lot of people find themselves coming down into Bakersfield through Route 178 for those city needs or for errands that can’t be taken care of up there, or heading to the town of Lake Isabella.” Lakehouse Bakery Isabella is located on the western side of the neighborhood, offering freshly-crafted breads and sweets every day of the week.
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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
1 in Squirrel Mountain Valley
$418,000 Price
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Ken Austin
Ken Austin
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Tehachapi
(661) 490-9276
77 Total Sales
1 in Squirrel Mountain Valley
$397,000 Price
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Frank Romine
Frank Romine
Responds QuicklyEquity Group
(559) 608-3414
124 Total Sales
1 in Squirrel Mountain Valley
$299,000 Price
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Jenny Gold
Jenny Gold
Responds QuicklyMiramar International - Kernville
(661) 427-2924
33 Total Sales
1 in Squirrel Mountain Valley
$490,000 Price
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Elizabeth Jimenez
EJ
Elizabeth Jimenez
Responds QuicklyReal Broker
(442) 218-2838
67 Total Sales
6 in Squirrel Mountain Valley
$239K - $280K Price Range
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Julie Jones
Julie Jones
Miramar International - Lake Isabella
(442) 218-3089
89 Total Sales
14 in Squirrel Mountain Valley
$18K - $775K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Mountain Mesa Park
Lake Isabella Park
Kern River Preserve
Wofford Heights Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Squirrel Mountain Valley | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Squirrel Mountain Valley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Squirrel Mountain Valley, Weldon sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Squirrel Mountain Valley, Weldon over the last 12 months is $397,000, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Sale Price
$397,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
22%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
355
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
7.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,865
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,553
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
31,363
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
904
Median Age
53
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
33.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,264
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,060
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.4%
College Graduates
10.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
% Population in Labor Force
28.9%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
98°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
9
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Nearby Neighborhoods
Mountain Mesa
Panoramic mountain and lake views in this small California community
Lake Isabella
California community with mountain and lake access
Bodfish
Historical area with Old West ties near Lake Isabella
Weldon
Small neighborhood next to Lake Isabella in the Sierra Nevada
Kernville
Small California town surrounded by the Sierra Nevada
Wofford Heights
A modest mountain getaway with views of the Kern River Valley
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