118 E Kern St, Taft, CA 93268
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OFF MARKET

$179,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 918 sqft

118 E Kern St, Taft, CA 93268

Est. Refi. Payment $1,248/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 7, 2010 for $40,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$180K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.9%)
Since last year
Increased$4K (+2.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$140K (+349.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +73% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$180K
September 2026$179K
August 2026$182K
July 2026$180K
June 2026$178K
May 2026$179K
April 2026$175K
March 2026$173K
February 2026$173K
January 2026$170K
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
100 E Kern St, Taft, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$189,000
04/17/26
2
1
918
121 Lucard St, Taft, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$165,890
12/01/25
2
1
1,257
104 E Kern St, Taft, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$185,000
10/30/25
3
1
1,246
113 Lucard St, Taft, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$200,000
03/11/26
2
1
1,449
122 E Kern St, Taft, CA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$270,000
06/12/26
3
1
1,359
115 Lucard St, Taft, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$135,000
09/04/26
3
1
1,423
509 Woodrow St, Taft, CA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$80,500
01/23/26
2
1
984
206 Montview Ave, Taft, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$89,000
01/20/26
2
1
1,532
429 Montview Ave, Taft, CA
0.66
Single-Family Home
$50,000
12/15/25
2
1
660
211 Calvin St, Taft, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$225,000
03/30/26
2
1
921

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
120 Kern St, Taft, CA 93268
0.01
$197,800
3
1
1,209
Off Market
120 E Kern St, Taft, CA 93268
0.01
$191,900
3
1
1,209
Off Market
116 Kern St, Taft, CA 93268
0.01
$206,300
3
1
1,107
Off Market
122 E Kern St, Taft, CA 93268
0.02
$270,000
3
1
1,359
Recently Sold
114 E Kern St, Taft, CA 93268
0.02
$218,200
3
1
992
Off Market
119 E Lucard St, Taft, CA 93268
0.03
$219,000
2
1
1,383
Off Market
112 E Kern St, Taft, CA 93268
0.03
$217,700
3
1
1,144
Off Market
117 E Lucard St, Taft, CA 93268
0.03
$250,400
3
2
1,610
Off Market
121 E Lucard St, Taft, CA 93268
0.03
$261,200
3
2
1,479
Off Market
123 E Lucard St, Taft, CA 93268
0.03
$303,200
4
2
2,180
Off Market
110 E Kern St, Taft, CA 93268
0.04
$274,000
3
2
1,530
Recently Sold
400 Bell Ave, Taft, CA 93268
0.04
$224,800
3
1
1,186
Off Market
113 E Lucard St, Taft, CA 93268
0.04
$239,000
3
1
1,040
For Sale
111 E Lucard St, Taft, CA 93268
0.05
$237,500
3
2
1,256
Off Market
108 E Kern St, Taft, CA 93268
0.05
$180,000
3
1
1,017
Off Market
201 E Lucard St, Taft, CA 93268
0.05
$249,600
3
2
1,700
Off Market
202 E Kern St, Taft, CA 93268
0.05
$227,200
3
1
912
Off Market
109 E Lucard St, Taft, CA 93268
0.06
$324,900
3
2
2,125
Off Market
106 E Kern St, Taft, CA 93268
0.06
$181,300
2
1
881
Off Market
203 E Lucard St, Taft, CA 93268
0.06
$256,000
3
2
1,495
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1941
918 sqft
$196/sqft
Garage

About this House

Adorable white picket fence home in Taft, with tree swings and all! Great starter home, large living areas, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and great backyard space! Don't miss out!
118 E Kern St, Taft, CA 93268 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 918 sqft single-family home built in 1941. It last sold for $40,000 on Jul 7, 2010. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $179,900, with a rent estimate of $1,039/month.

Home Details for 118 E Kern St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: WallAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1941Year Updated: 1941
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 29, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$104,900
Sep 10, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$104,900
Price decreased by 4%
Aug 20, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$109,000
Price decreased by 5%
Jun 16, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$114,900
Price decreased by 3%
Apr 28, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$118,000

Market trends in Taft

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
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What Locals Say about Taft

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  • 77% say there's holiday spirit
  • 62% say there are sidewalks
  • 59% say neighbors are friendly
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  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say car is needed

  • 62 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 59 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 39 % Say there's wildlife

  • 36 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 32 % Say there are community events

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    "That no matter what neighborhood keep a close eye on your kids. The schools here in Taft are great, and highly rated"
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    "Most people are friendly,a lot of chuches,supermarkets are available,price is better than before. A street park is nice "
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    "I lived here for 7 years love the town has everything you need to live comfortably everyone is friendly and no traffic at all it may be small but well worth to live at "
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  • Ramona C.
    "quiet neighborhood. lived here my whole life. the people here are unique, noone bothers you. 4 parks to choose from. growing everyday. lots of diversity"
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  • Windy F.
    "Taft is small and a closed community. People are still entrenched in the traditions and beliefs of the Southern American states many of the town’s forefathers came from. If this is something you think would work for your needs, please explore the town. It’s steeped in history."
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  • Terry B.
    "I have lived here for over 23 years and this has always been a great neighborhood. Great neighbors."
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  • Ash M.
    "Poor air quality, conservative majority, many areas have been used for filming movies and music videos. Many options for great Mexican food."
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  • Shawna
    "Convenient location. 2 hours from beach. 2 hours from LA. 5 hours from San Diego. 5 hours from Vegas. 5 hrs from San Francisco. "
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  • Lea A.
    "There are drug users everywhere and thieves. Cops take forever to show up when called and people constantly drive by at high speeds."
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  • Kenny S.
    "Pretty quiet-better side of town About one block from park trails fir walking and riding bike also summer events including fireworks"
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    "I've lived here all of my life im 45 years old I've moved and came back and there real isn't much of anything for kids to do. "
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  • Tyler M.
    "Generally quiet and relaxed town, everything near and feels like old town Kern county. All basic needs within a walking distance"
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  • Tyler M.
    "Generally friendly area and everything is within walking distance. Lots of kids and everyone knows everyone by name"
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    "lots of kids running around and a generally friendly feeling around the area. Everything is close and convenient. "
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Frequently asked questions about 118 E Kern St

  • What is 118 E Kern St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 118 E Kern St in Taft, CA is $179,900.
  • What is the price history for 118 E Kern St?
    118 E Kern St in Taft, CA last sold for $40,000 in July 2010.
  • Is Taft a buyer's or seller's market?
    Taft is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Taft?
    Residents describe Taft, CA as well-kept, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Taft, CA.
  • How big is the lot at 118 E Kern St?
    The lot at 118 E Kern St in Taft, CA is about 0.14 acres (6,098 sq ft).
  • Does 118 E Kern St have a garage?
    Yes, 118 E Kern St in Taft, CA has a garage.

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