Armando Pena
eXp Realty of California Inc
(661) 748-0195
39 Total Sales
3 in Taft
$162K - $217K Price Range
Estimated Value: $171,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
832
Sq Ft
1,742
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of August 2025Fall in love with this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo located in the lovely, well-maintained, and quiet Sunset Gardens complex. Conveniently located near Taft College and Taft High School, this condo has been completely updated with beautiful upgrades, including quartz countertops in the kitchen and matching surfaces in the bathroom. Enjoy new appliances, recessed lighting, and gorgeous new flooring throughout. The condo also features a nicely sized private back patio that leads to a detached 2-car garage. This property is a must-see!
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Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Year Built
- Built in 1974
Lot Details
- 1,742
HOA Fees
- $250 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Interior Spaces
- 832 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
Schools
- Taft Elementary School
- Lincoln Middle School
- Taft High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- Sunset Gardens Condominium Association
- Sunrise Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 03239017
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 7, 2025
Closed on
Jul 22, 2025
Sold by
Bakersfield Cash 4 Homes Llc
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Mario Mariscal
M Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Wade
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$189,950
Sold Price
$160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,950
-15.77%
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,000
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.29%
Original Mortgage
$166,666
Outstanding Balance
$164,707
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$6,293
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 21, 2025
Sold by
Mcgarrah Katherine Joyce and Mcgarrah William B
Bought by
Bakersfield Cash 4 Homes Llc
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 27, 2017
Closed on
Oct 20, 2017
Sold by
Sullivan Bill J and The Bill J Sullivan Living Tru
Bought by
Mcgarrah Katherine J
Seller's Agent
Karri Christensen
Unknown Broker
Buyer's Agent
Karri Christensen
Unknown Broker
List Price
$86,500
Sold Price
$84,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-2.31%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.24%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 17, 2015
Sold by
Sullivan Bill J and Bill J Sullivan Living Trust
Bought by
Sullivan Bill J and Bill J Sullivan Living Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 2, 2015
Closed on
Aug 17, 2015
Sold by
Bethel Robert W and Bethel Cheryl D
Bought by
Bill J Sullivan Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Maria Gregory
Tobias Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Maria Gregory
Tobias Real Estate
List Price
$100,000
Sold Price
$85,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-15%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.51%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 2005
Sold by
Swearengin Brandi
Bought by
Swearengin John J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,400
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 25, 2003
Sold by
Hamilton Shellene and Wheeler Ricky Lee
Bought by
Swearengin John J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$52,000
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 2, 1993
Sold by
Sandoval Miguel Antonio and Sandoval Janet Leigh
Bought by
Wheeler Chester R
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Taft, CA
-
Armando Pena
-
Bobby Chalhoub
Bobby Chalhoub
Broker X
(661) 490-9451
80 Total Sales
1 in Taft
$199,000 Price
-
Justin Yim
Justin Yim
Uhler Mortgage Solutions Inc.
(747) 293-4589
100 Total Sales
2 in Taft
$182K - $270K Price Range
-
Brandi Kovach
Brandi Kovach
Century 21 Select Real Estate
(661) 243-8482
76 Total Sales
57 in Taft
$31K - $490K Price Range
-
George Hernandez
George Hernandez
Ascend Real Estate and Propert
(661) 451-5743
117 Total Sales
1 in Taft
$318,000 Price
-
Clara Rivera Luna
Clara Rivera Luna
Ikonik Realty
(831) 230-7042
25 Total Sales
1 in Taft
$154,500 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $165,000 | All California Title | ||
| Bakersfield Cash 4 Homes Llc | $96,000 | All California Title | |
| Mcgarrah Katherine J | $84,000 | Stewart Title Of Ca Inc | |
| Sullivan Bill J | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Bill J Sullivan Living Trust | $85,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Swearengin John J | -- | Fidelity Title | |
| Bethel Robert W | $95,000 | Fidelity Title | |
| Swearengin John J | $65,000 | Fidelity Title | |
| Wheeler Chester R | $58,000 | Commonwealth Land Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $166,666 | ||
| Previous Owner | Bethel Robert W | $78,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Swearengin John J | $52,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2025 08/13/25 | Sold | $160,000 | -3.0% | $192 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/24/2025 07/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/21/2025 06/21/25 | Price Changed | $164,950 | -8.3% | $198 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/05/2025 06/05/25 | Price Changed | $179,950 | -5.3% | $216 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | For Sale | $189,950 | +124.8% | $228 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/25/2017 10/25/17 | Sold | $84,500 | -2.3% | $102 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/25/2017 09/25/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/27/2017 07/27/17 | For Sale | $86,500 | +1.8% | $104 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/18/2015 08/18/15 | Sold | $85,000 | -15.0% | $102 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/19/2015 07/19/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/02/2015 07/02/15 | For Sale | $100,000 | -- | $120 / 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 | $1,317 | $165,000 | $40,000 | $125,000 |
| 2025 | $1,317 | $95,572 | $5,687 | $89,885 |
| 2024 | $1,277 | $93,699 | $5,576 | $88,123 |
| 2023 | $1,220 | $91,863 | $5,467 | $86,396 |
| 2022 | $1,198 | $90,062 | $5,360 | $84,702 |
| 2021 | $1,172 | $88,297 | $5,255 | $83,042 |
| 2020 | $1,097 | $87,393 | $5,202 | $82,191 |
| 2019 | $1,079 | $87,393 | $5,202 | $82,191 |
| 2018 | $1,054 | $84,000 | $5,000 | $79,000 |
| 2017 | $969 | $86,700 | $5,100 | $81,600 |
| 2016 | $1,026 | $85,000 | $5,000 | $80,000 |
| 2015 | $861 | $70,000 | $5,000 | $65,000 |
| 2014 | $670 | $55,000 | $5,000 | $50,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mario Mariscal
Seller's Agent in 2025
Mario Mariscal
M Realty
(661) 331-2420
23 Total Sales
-
Joseph Ferman
JF
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Joseph Ferman
Metropolitan Real Estate
(310) 948-3869
28 Total Sales
-
Ryan Wade
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ryan Wade
Keller Williams Realty
(661) 865-1802
98 Total Sales
-
KC
Seller's Agent in 2017
Karri Christensen
Unknown Broker
-
Maria Gregory
MG
Seller's Agent in 2015
Maria Gregory
Tobias Real Estate
1 Total Sale
-
AD
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Amanda De La Cruz
Unknown Broker
Map
Source: Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS
MLS Number: 202505168
APN: 032-390-17-00-7
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