$369,000

704 River Oaks Dr Bakersfield, CA 93309

Kern City Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,491/month

Total Views 7,486
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,185 Sq Ft
$169 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Pool
  • 1-Story Property
  • Active Adult
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Beautifully updated Kern City home overlooking the 2nd hole of the golf course, this west-facing gem is one of the largest and most upgraded homes in the community. Features include 2 living areas, 3 bedrooms + office, French doors in every room, new carpet and hard-surfaced flooring, solar and newer windows, updated HVAC & Master Cool, plus a 2-car garage. The remodeled kitchen offers ample rich cabinetry, stainless appliances, granite counter-tops, and a large island with golf course views. Relax with the backyard view under the large, covered patio with cooling misters. In the winter months, you can cozy up to the newly installed gas fireplace. Private access to the course plus a powered shed for either golf cart storage or as currently used, a powered shop. Enjoy HOA clubhouse, pool, gym, Sundale Golf Course & Petroleum Club. Call for a private showing, this is what you've been waiting for!

Listing Agent

Cheryl Ketchum

Watson Realty License #01161640 Listed on: 07/30/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Greg Ketchum

Watson Realty License #01494691

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,947

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 9,147 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R1

HOA Fees

  • $46 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 2,185 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Schools

  • Van Horn Elementary School
  • Actis Middle School
  • West High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 19426201

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • Kern City Association

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,947

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$46 per month

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Solar Owned Leased: PPA
  • Deposit Amount Required: 5000.00
  • H O A Fee1 Frequency: Annually
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2100
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 6105
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Basement Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Living Area: 2185.00

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: CC&Rs, HOA Fees
  • Pool Features: Community

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: 2 Car Garage

Utilities

  • Heatcool: Central AC, Central Heat

Association/Amenities

  • Site Amenities: Golf Course, Adult Community

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 550.00
  • Association Name: Kern City

Schools

  • High School: West
  • Middle Or Junior School: Actis, O. J.

Lot Info

  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9147.00
  • Parcel #: 19426201

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Van Horn, Wayne

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2025 $5,947 $377,400 $102,000 $275,400
2024 $3,294 $433,500 $66,300 $367,200
2023 $3,294 $220,923 $48,285 $172,638
2022 $3,161 $216,592 $47,339 $169,253
2021 $3,042 $212,346 $46,411 $165,935
2020 $2,989 $210,170 $45,936 $164,234
2019 $2,949 $210,170 $45,936 $164,234
2018 $2,817 $202,010 $44,153 $157,857
2017 $2,775 $198,050 $43,288 $154,762
2016 $2,596 $194,168 $42,440 $151,728
2015 $2,572 $191,252 $41,803 $149,449
2014 $2,508 $187,507 $40,985 $146,522
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/21/2025 11/21/25 Pending -- -- --
11/07/2025 11/07/25 Price Changed $369,000 -7.5% $169 / Sq Ft
08/26/2025 08/26/25 For Sale $399,000 0.0% $183 / Sq Ft
08/11/2025 08/11/25 Pending -- -- --
08/06/2025 08/06/25 For Sale $399,000 +7.8% $183 / Sq Ft
04/26/2024 04/26/24 Sold $370,000 -5.1% $169 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/28/2024 03/28/24 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2024 03/05/24 For Sale $389,999 -- $178 / Sq Ft
Source: Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- Placer Title
Grant Deed $370,000 Placer Title
Grant Deed $370,000 Placer Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Placer Title Company
Grant Deed $183,000 Placer Title Company
Grant Deed $170,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $97,500 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $205,000 New Conventional
Closed $205,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $146,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS

MLS Number: 202508549

Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS

APN: 194-262-01-00-7

California Kern County Bakersfield 93309 Kern City

704 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA

For Sale

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