5517 Monitor Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307, Bakersfield, 93307 - 4 bed, 3 bath
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5517 Monitor Street
Bakersfield, CA 93307
ACTIVE
CONDITION: GOOD
4Beds
3Baths
1,699Sq Ft
5,062Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$389,900
EST. MARKET VALUE
$389,900
SUMMARY
Welcome home! Just in time for the holidays, Come take a look at this gem! Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, Master bedroom conveniently located upstairs, a Brand new beautiful white kitchen, Fresh paint inside, Fresh painted outdoor trim and concrete, New water heater, New flooring through out. This beautiful newly remodeled home also features a converted garage with new carpet, and a closet, which has endless potential. It can be used as a 5th bedroom, a family room, game room, or even a rental space. One of the bathrooms is conveniently right next to the room to add privacy if one decided to rent this room out. The large back yard is a great space for entertaining it features a good sized patio and great yard space. Did I mention this lot is also an R2, Conveniently Located in an established neighborhood near schools, shopping, and highways. Call your favorite Realtor and schedule to see this home today, it won't last.
Estimated Market Value
$389,900
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Bakersfield.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
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| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 5517 Monitor Street Subject 4 bd · 3 ba · 1,699 sqft · $229 | $389,900* List Price | 4 | 3 | 1,699 | $229 | - |
A 1504 Santiago Court Sold 4 bd · 3 ba · 1,557 sqft · $234 · 0.4 mi | $365,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,557 | $234 | 0.4 mi |
B 1401 Candace Sold 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,388 sqft · $245 · 0.9 mi | $340,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,388 | $245 | 0.9 mi |
C 5320 Jonah Street Active 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,068 sqft · $289 · 0.4 mi | $309,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,068 | $289 | 0.4 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Good
TeardownExcellent
Property is move-in ready.
The property has undergone extensive recent renovations, including a brand new, modern white kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, new flooring throughout, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a new water heater. These updates make the home largely move-in ready. However, the bathrooms, while clean and functional, feature older vanities and light fixtures that have not been fully updated to the same modern standard as the kitchen. Additionally, the apparent absence of a modern central HVAC system (indicated by visible window AC units) is a notable drawback, preventing an 'Excellent' rating where all major components are virtually new and meet current quality standards.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Extensive Modern Renovation
The property boasts a brand new white kitchen, fresh interior paint, newly painted outdoor trim and concrete, new water heater, and new flooring throughout, offering a move-in ready modern aesthetic.
- Versatile Bonus Space with Income Potential
A converted garage with new carpet and a closet provides flexible use as a 5th bedroom, family room, game room, or potential rental unit, enhanced by a nearby bathroom for privacy.
- R2 Zoning for Future Development
The R2 zoning designation offers significant potential for future expansion, an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), or even duplex conversion, adding long-term value.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =5062, other record lot size in square feet = 5227.
- Unspecified HVAC System
While many updates are noted, the description does not specify the condition or presence of a modern central air conditioning system, which is crucial in Bakersfield's climate and may require future investment.
- Permitting Status of Converted Garage
The 'converted garage' offers versatility but its permitting status as a legal 5th bedroom or rental unit is not specified, potentially requiring further investigation or compliance work.
About 5517 Monitor Street
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1985
- Lot Size
- 5,062 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Bathrooms
- 3 (3 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,699 | 1,656.81 |
| Lot Size | 5,062 | 8,069.772 |
| Price | $389.9K | $414.9K |
| Price per sq ft | $229 | $246 |
| Built year | 1985 | 1986 |
| HOA | $0 | $180 |
| Days on market | 349 | 65 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Nov 9, 2025
$389,900
Initial Listing
Sold
Sep 18, 2002
$112,000
Public Record