NOT LISTED FOR SALE

701 Oleander Ave Bakersfield, CA 93304

Oleander-Sunset Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,006,000 - $1,057,000

6 Beds
8.5 Baths
5,447 Sq Ft
$188/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 10, 2026

Last sale price $1,000,000 $184 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,392 / mo

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.56 Acre Lot
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 2-minute walk to Beale Park

About This Home

As of March 2026

A rare estate on 1.57 acres in the heart of Oleander, this 6,000 sq. ft. residence is more than a home, it's a retreat. With three ensuite bedrooms plus three separate guest houses, the property offers unmatched flexibility for multigenerational living, long-term guests, or private workspaces. Towering trees, expansive lawns, and shaded patios create a park-like setting where breezes drift through and birdsong fills the air. Timeless architecture blends with a serene, natural backdrop to deliver both elegance and privacy. Designed for hosting or simply enjoying your own sanctuary, this estate provides the space, setting, and lifestyle rarely available in Bakersfield.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Terri Collins

Watson Realty License #613837 Listed on: 10/07/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Wava Cooper

Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice License #01823358

Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1888

Lot Details

  • 1.56 Acre Lot
  • Zoning described as Duplex

Interior Spaces

  • 5,447 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Carport

Schools

  • Penn Elementary School
  • Emerson Middle School
  • Bakersfield High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • Chester Tract Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00733106

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1888

Lot Details

1.56 Acres

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1888
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Solar Owned Leased: None
  • Deposit Amount Required: 40000.00
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.5600
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Basement Bathrooms: 8.50
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Living Area: 5447.00

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: None of the Above
  • Pool Features: None

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: 2 Car Garage, Carport

Utilities

  • Heatcool: Central AC, Central Heat

Schools

  • High School: Bakersfield
  • Middle Or Junior School: Emerson

Lot Info

  • Zoning Description: Duplex
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 67953.00
  • Parcel #: 00733106

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Penn, William

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 7, 2025
Closed on
Mar 6, 2026
Sold by
Valentin Benitez
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Terri Collins
Watson Realty
Buyer's Agent
Wava Cooper
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-20%
Views
188
Current Estimated Value
$1,023,609

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$23,609
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Original Mortgage
$890,000
Outstanding Balance
$885,601
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$138,008

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 7, 2025
Closed on
Jan 27, 2026
Sold by
Leticia Molina and Molina Family Trust
Bought by
Benitez Geraldo and Benitez Reina Dolores
Seller's Agent
Terri Collins
Watson Realty
Buyer's Agent
Wava Cooper
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-20%
Views
188

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$890,000
Outstanding Balance
$885,601
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$138,008

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2019
Sold by
Molina Elias R and Molina Aida L
Bought by
Molina Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 9, 2002
Sold by
Hamilton Mark L and Hamilton Kim M
Bought by
Molina Elias R and Molina Aida L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$354,350
Interest Rate
4.12%
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Oleander-Sunset, CA

  • Carlos Echegaray Real Estate Agent - EH Worldwide Realty

    Carlos Echegaray

    EH Worldwide Realty

    (805) 669-2237

    43 Total Sales

    1 in Oleander-Sunset

    $344,500 Price

    Carlos Echegaray
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  • Judy Miller Real Estate Agent - Coldwell Banker Preferred,RLT

    Judy Miller

    Coldwell Banker Preferred,RLT

    (661) 387-3583

    127 Total Sales

    1 in Oleander-Sunset

    $252,000 Price

    Judy Miller
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  • Ulices Melendez Real Estate Agent - Ulices B. Melendez, Broker

    Ulices Melendez

    Ulices B. Melendez, Broker

    (661) 241-9624

    138 Total Sales

    3 in Oleander-Sunset

    $280K - $310K Price Range

    Ulices Melendez
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  • William Gordon Real Estate Agent - Watson Realty

    William Gordon

    Watson Realty

    (805) 918-8011

    429 Total Sales

    5 in Oleander-Sunset

    $270K - $375K Price Range

    William Gordon
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  • Ryan Stevens Real Estate Agent - Pacific Shore Real Estate, Inc

    Ryan Stevens

    Pacific Shore Real Estate, Inc

    (661) 404-7474

    90 Total Sales

    1 in Oleander-Sunset

    $306,000 Price

    Ryan Stevens
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  • Daysi Vergara Real Estate Agent - Infinity Real Estate Services

    Daysi Vergara

    Infinity Real Estate Services

    (661) 486-4283

    52 Total Sales

    5 in Oleander-Sunset

    $240K - $335K Price Range

    Daysi Vergara
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- First American Title
Benitez Geraldo $1,000,000 First American Title
Molina Family Trust -- None Available
Molina Elias R $450,000 Commonwealth Land Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $890,000
Previous Owner Molina Elias R $395,000
Previous Owner Molina Elias R $400,000
Previous Owner Molina Elias R $50,106
Previous Owner Molina Elias R $354,350
Previous Owner Hamilton Mark L $382,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/10/2026 03/10/26 Sold $1,000,000 -20.0% $184 / Sq Ft
12/29/2025 12/29/25 For Sale $1,250,000 0.0% $229 / Sq Ft
11/24/2025 11/24/25 Pending -- -- --
10/07/2025 10/07/25 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $229 / 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 $8,933 $678,061 $150,674 $527,387
2025 $8,933 $664,767 $147,720 $517,047
2024 $8,649 $651,733 $144,824 $506,909
2023 $8,649 $638,955 $141,985 $496,970
2022 $8,480 $626,427 $139,201 $487,226
2021 $8,229 $614,145 $136,472 $477,673
2020 $8,151 $607,849 $135,073 $472,776
2019 $7,986 $607,849 $135,073 $472,776
2018 $7,794 $584,247 $129,829 $454,418
2017 $7,756 $572,792 $127,284 $445,508
2016 $7,045 $561,562 $124,789 $436,773
2015 $7,018 $553,128 $122,915 $430,213
2014 $6,786 $542,294 $120,508 $421,786
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Terri Collins Real Estate Agent - Watson Realty

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Terri Collins

    Watson Realty

    (661) 332-2230

    6 in this area

    335 Total Sales

    Terri Collins
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  • WC

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Wava Cooper

    Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice

    1 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    Wava Cooper
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Map

Source: Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS

MLS Number: 202511363

Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS

APN: 007-331-06-00-0

California Kern County Bakersfield 93304 Oleander-Sunset

701 Oleander Ave, Bakersfield, CA

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