Bakersfield is located in Kern, California, with an estimated municipal population of 384,145 residents. All of the best foreclosed homes for sale in Bakersfield are located in the following zip code areas on Foreclosure.com: 93306 93307 93304 93305 93301 93309 93314 93311 93313 93312 93302 93383 93384 93385 93387 93389 93390. The estimated population per square kilometer (.62 miles) in Bakersfield is 990.
So, about how much do homes cost in Bakersfield? The most recent median value of resident-owned homes in Bakersfield is 245,911. An estimated 59 percent of households in Bakersfield own their homes, with an average family size of 3.68. The median household income in Bakersfield is 63,139, with29.3 percentage of households earning at least $100,000 annually. For working parents and professionals who are searching for cheap homes in Bakersfield, the median commute time of resident workers (in minutes) is 23. And last, but certainly not least, are you looking for homes to rent in Bakersfield? If so, the average rent price paid by renters in Bakersfield is 1,104, according to recent statistics.
Where a home is located is almost just as important as the home itself. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or are relocating to Bakersfield, it is essential to take a deep dive into your potential future neighborhood. Homeownership is often a long-term relationship; therefore, be sure to do your due diligence to ensure that you make the best long-term decision.
The median age of residents in Bakersfield is 30.8, split between 49.4 percent male versus 50.6 female. The percentage of residents who report being married in Bakersfield is 47.2, with an average family size of 3.68.
The percentage of residents who report their race in Bakersfield is as follows:
| White | 67.7% |
| Black / African American | 7.6% |
| Asian | 7.4% |
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 0.9% |
| Native Hawaiian / Other Pacifc Islander | 0.2% |
| Multi-racial | 3.8% |
| Other | 12.4% |
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The percentage of residents who report their age in Bakersfield is as follows:
| Under 10 | 16.6% |
| Aged 10-19 | 16% |
| 20s | 16.1% |
| 30s | 14.5% |
| 40s | 11.6% |
| 50s | 10.4% |
| 60s | 8.5% |
| 70s | 3.9% |
| 80+ | 2.4% |
It was a rollercoaster ride for academics in 2020, with school districts throughout the nation transferring their classes online because of the global pandemic. Numerous school districts will continue online courses, while others will welcome students back to campus. Regardless, homebuyers are shopping for homes in Bakersfield with dedicated in-home learning spaces, as well as for homes located within the best school systems for in-person instruction in Bakersfield.
How do you know that living in -- or moving to -- Bakersfield is right where you need to be? Perhaps you grew up in Bakersfield or already live nearby; therefore, the decision to buy a home in Bakersfield is a no-brainer. For others, however, it may not be such a straightforward or simple decision. Whether you are relocating to Bakersfield for work or just looking for a fresh start, getting a read on a neighborhood from afar (online) can be tricky... and exhausting.
Here are some questions to ask yourself when shopping for foreclosed homes for sale in Bakersfield:
In short, it always helps to create a “Pros vs. Cons” list of what you need in a home and/or neighborhood like Bakersfield.
Prospective homebuyers are clearly taking advantage of the low interest rates and numerous government assistance programs. These low interest rates mean homebuyers in Bakersfield can now afford much more house for the same monthly payment (if interest rates were higher). Motivated and opportunistic sellers in Bakersfield, meanwhile, can field multiple offers from more qualified buyers.
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