William Gordon
Watson Realty
(805) 918-8011
428 Total Sales
1 in Ford City
$311,000 Price
503 Van Buren St Taft, CA 93268
Ford City Area
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,111
Sq Ft
6,969
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of July 2026Opportunity awaits! This home is ready for a new owner to bring their vision and personal touches. Offering approximately 1,111 square feet, the layout feels much larger than the stated square footage. Situated on a generously sized lot, the property features a detached garage, covered carport, long driveway, and additional RV or trailer parking. Convenient alley access provides added flexibility and functionality. The fully fenced front and backyard offer space for pets, gardening, entertaining, or future improvements. With plenty of potential and room to make it your own, this property is a great opportunity for investors, first-time buyers, or anyone looking for a project with upside.
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 6,969 Sq Ft Lot
- Zoning described as R1
Interior Spaces
- 1,111 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Carport
- Uncovered Parking
Schools
- Roosevelt Taft Elementary School
- Lincoln Middle School
- Taft High School
Utilities
- Evaporated cooling system
Community Details
- Townsite Of Ford Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 19909105
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 2, 2026
Closed on
Jul 14, 2026
Sold by
Brooke Shaffer
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Heidi Gray
Miramar Realty
Buyer's Agent
Irma Carrera
HomeSmart PV and Associates
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
6.25%
Views
20
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-11.85%
Original Mortgage
$224,556
Outstanding Balance
$202,644
Interest Rate
6.52%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
-$35,831
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 2, 2026
Closed on
Jul 10, 2026
Sold by
Jesus Leon
Bought by
Chacon Edith
Seller's Agent
Heidi Gray
Miramar Realty
Buyer's Agent
Irma Carrera
HomeSmart PV and Associates
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
6.25%
Views
20
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$224,556
Outstanding Balance
$202,644
Interest Rate
6.52%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
-$35,831
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 24, 2008
Sold by
Shaffer Theresa J and Shaffer Stephen E
Bought by
Shaffer Stephen E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$61,680
Interest Rate
6.03%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 13, 2008
Sold by
Harry I and Shaffer Revocable L Kathleen R
Bought by
Shaffer Theresa J and Shaffer Stephen E
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Taft, CA
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William Gordon
-
Brandi Kovach
Brandi Kovach
Century 21 Select Real Estate
(661) 243-8482
76 Total Sales
3 in Ford City
$235K - $295K Price Range
-
Tanya & Jonathan Guerrero
Tanya & Jonathan Guerrero
Responds QuicklyWatson Realty
(661) 404-7443
60 Total Sales
1 in Ford City
$52,000 Price
-
Wesley Willingham
Wesley Willingham
New Concept Realty, Inc.
(661) 535-0987
54 Total Sales
1 in Ford City
$235,000 Price
-
Paris Davis
Paris Davis
The Davis Group Real Estate, Inc.
(661) 426-8388
91 Total Sales
2 in Ford City
$217K - $276K Price Range
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Ryan Davidson
Ryan Davidson
SafeGuard Realty Investments
(661) 410-7680
102 Total Sales
1 in Ford City
$210,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $40,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $61,411 | FHA | |
| Closed | $61,680 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2026 07/24/26 | Sold | $170,000 | +6.3% | $153 / Sq Ft |
| 07/17/2026 07/17/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/26/2026 06/26/26 | For Sale | $160,000 | 0.0% | $144 / Sq Ft |
| 06/05/2026 06/05/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/02/2026 06/02/26 | For Sale | $160,000 | -- | $144 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,231 | $117,239 | $31,805 | $85,434 |
| 2025 | $4,231 | $114,941 | $31,182 | $83,759 |
| 2024 | $3,885 | $112,688 | $30,571 | $82,117 |
| 2023 | $3,885 | $110,479 | $29,972 | $80,507 |
| 2022 | $3,703 | $108,314 | $29,385 | $78,929 |
| 2021 | $3,618 | $106,191 | $28,809 | $77,382 |
| 2020 | $3,433 | $105,103 | $28,514 | $76,589 |
| 2019 | $3,394 | $105,103 | $28,514 | $76,589 |
| 2018 | $3,332 | $101,023 | $27,407 | $73,616 |
| 2017 | $3,267 | $99,043 | $26,870 | $72,173 |
| 2016 | $3,290 | $96,000 | $24,000 | $72,000 |
| 2015 | $3,117 | $90,000 | $15,000 | $75,000 |
| 2014 | $1,035 | $48,000 | $12,000 | $36,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Heidi Gray
HG
Seller's Agent in 2026
Heidi Gray
Miramar Realty
17 Total Sales
-
Makayla Perry
MP
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Makayla Perry
Miramar Realty
3 Total Sales
-
Irma Carrera
IC
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Irma Carrera
HomeSmart PV and Associates
(510) 634-3797
18 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS
MLS Number: 202605960
APN: 199-091-05-00-8
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