500 Jefferson Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305, Bakersfield, 93305 - 3 bed, 2 bath

500 Jefferson Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305 home-pic-0

500 Jefferson Street

Bakersfield, CA 93305

ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
CONDITION: GOOD
3Beds
2Baths
1,510Sq Ft
7,467Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$314,999
EST. MARKET VALUE
$334,127
5% BelowMARKET VALUE

SUMMARY

Estimated Market Value

$334,127 +$19,128 Equity Potential
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Bakersfield.

Comparable Sales Map

Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently

Address Sold Price BedsBathsSq Ft$/SqftDistance
500 Jefferson Street
Subject
$314,999*
List Price
321,510$221-
A
325 Flower Street
Sold
$275,000321,506$1830.2 mi
B
322 Knotts Street
Sold
$259,000311,064$2430.2 mi
C
2701 Berkeley
Pending
$340,000
List Price
321,761$1930.8 mi

* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Good
TeardownExcellent

Property is move-in ready.

The property is move-in ready and has undergone significant recent cosmetic and functional updates, including an updated kitchen, new flooring, and fresh interior paint. While the structure dates back to 1924, the presence of central heating and cooling, along with modernized interior finishes, aligns with the 'Good' criteria for a well-maintained home with recent renovations.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • High Available Lot Utilization

    The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 7467, living area = 1510.

  • Modernized Interior

    The home features fresh interior paint, new flooring, and an updated kitchen, offering a move-in-ready experience while maintaining its 1924 charm.

  • RV and Oversized Vehicle Parking

    A unique side-street entry provides access to a spacious backyard that can easily accommodate trucks, trailers, and RVs, a highly desirable feature for this area.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • MLS Listing Discrepancy

    Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =7467, other record lot size in square feet = 7405.

  • Unpermitted Square Footage

    One of the four bedrooms is unpermitted, which may present challenges for traditional financing, appraisal valuations, and future resale compliance.

  • Local School Ratings

    The assigned elementary and middle schools have lower performance ratings, which could be a significant drawback for families prioritizing educational quality.

About 500 Jefferson Street

Welcome home to this beautiful FOUR-bedroom, two-bath home in the desirable Lower La Cresta-Alta Vista area. Fresh interior paint, new flooring, and an updated kitchen create a comfortable and functional living space designed for everyday living. As you enter, you are welcomed by a cozy living room with beautiful built-in cabinets on both sides, a pulldown desk and bench by the window to relax at. All four rooms are well-sized and the two bathrooms are thoughtfully situated for convenience. The expansive backyard offers plenty of room to entertain, garden, or relax, and features a large covered patio ideal for outdoor gatherings year-round.(One bedroom is unpermitted.) Additional highlights include a detached one-car garage, central AC and heat, and a charming front patio that adds to the home's inviting curb appeal. In addition, this home features a side-street entry to the spacious backyard that can accommodate trucks, trailers, and RVs. This property offers space, versatility, and endless potential in a great location.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1924
Lot Size
7,467 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
3
Total Bathrooms
2 (2 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Bakersfield Unified Schools

Jefferson Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 0.3 mi

3/10

Longfellow Elementary School

Grades K-6 • 0.5 mi

2/10

Myra A. Noble Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 0.8 mi

2/10

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds3.03.0
50%
Baths2.01.5
50%
Square foot1,5101,198
75%
Lot Size7,4677,273.5
55%
Price$315.0K$277.5K
65%
Price per sq ft$209$215
45%
Built year19241948
10%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market21215
5%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Feb 14, 2026

$314,999

Initial Listing

Sold

Jan 27, 2012

$62,500

Public Record

Sold

Jul 31, 2003

$89,000

Public Record

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