1205 Vanderbilt Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93305
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1205 Vanderbilt Dr
Bakersfield, CA 93305

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,120 sqft

$297,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,890/mo*
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$297,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,890/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,120 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1954
Living Area
1,120 sqft
Price/Sqft
$265
Parking
Garage

About this House

Neatly kept 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home in the rolling hills of NE Bakersfield near Bakersfield College. Ready for new owners to move in, this home has been very well maintained and upgraded with dual pane windows, central AC and heat. An extended driveway leads in to a 2 car garage with automatic opener and motion sensing lights. Nicely groomed front and back yards both have automatic irrigation. Large indoor utility room, and all kitchen appliances are included!
1205 Vanderbilt Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93305 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,120 sqft single-family home built in 1954. It last sold for $185,000 on Feb 14, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $297,000, with a rent estimate of $1,808/month.

Home Details for 1205 Vanderbilt Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Other, Carpet
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: StuccoLawnPatioSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954Year Updated: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6590 sqft

Price History for 1205 Vanderbilt Dr

DatePriceEventSource
02/14/2020$185,000Sold
Bakersfield AOR #202000283
01/10/2020$184,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/05/1998$65,000Sold
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Market trends in Bakersfield

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$397K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$234
$4MoM
Available listings
1421
10MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,003
Assessment$202,321
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1205 Vanderbilt Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1104 W Point Dr, Bakersfield, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$295,000
12/03/25
3
1.5
1,300
1212 Duke Dr, Bakersfield, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$130,000
11/12/25
3
2
1,696
1005 Oberlin Ct, Bakersfield, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$185,000
05/20/26
3
2
1,255
1221 University Ave, Bakersfield, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$289,000
06/26/26
3
2
1,433
3111 Bucknell St, Bakersfield, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$330,000
08/08/25
3
1.5
1,088
2805 Haley St, Bakersfield, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$190,000
01/09/26
3
2
1,066
2918 Dartmouth St, Bakersfield, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$290,000
11/19/25
3
1
1,090
1416 Duke Dr, Bakersfield, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$299,000
01/13/26
3
2
1,372
3204 Hollins St, Bakersfield, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$270,000
03/24/26
3
2
1,211
3012 Fordham St, Bakersfield, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$315,000
06/15/26
3
2
1,556

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Bakersfield

At least 3513 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 26 % Say there's wildlife

  • 20 % Say there are community events

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  • Tamandsam2013
    "I don’t really know much about my neighbors. Never had any problems. It’s not my ideal area, but I love my house."
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  • Davinder S.
    "This is a nice and comfortable residential area. The streets have sidewalks, parking is easy, and many yards are well-kept. It feels family-friendly, dog-friendly, and peaceful, with kids playing outside and neighbors taking care of their homes. Overall, it seems like a good place to live and stay long-term."
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  • John Doe
    "Everyone speeds in these neighborhoods, very little neighborhood lighting , no speed bumps and homeless dogs and people are a problem. I hope the city can fix these issues. "
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  • Robersonk16
    "It's beautiful with all the trees it's tucked away from main street traffic. The neighbors are very friendly and look out for each other "
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  • Jessicagrogan82
    "I see people walking their dogs all around my neighborhood. There are also multiple dog parks in the area."
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  • Stetsonpl
    "There’s a nice pocket park with trash recepticles and doggie waste bags. Our neighborhood is quiet with no through traffic."
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  • Diego Pelayo
    "There are several feral dogs all over the neighborhood, is not a safe place to walk with your dog or have a pet, there is dog poop all over the sidewalks either "
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  • Lucas_chambers
    "From 4th of July water wars to the holiday parades. This community is highly active with engagements all year long."
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  • joseph fuentes
    "Fast and easy. Freeways are not normally packed. There’s is tho cops with radar ready to give out tickets "
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  • Tqhf2bbdzs
    "There is a small park with grass they can go to. The neighborhood goes in a loop. Perfect for walking the dogs. "
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  • John Doe
    "Safe Halloween, and lots of family activities held by city of Bakersfield and kern county. I’ve lived in Los Angeles county before I bought a home here in Bakersfield, and Bakersfield is hands down way better than Los Angeles County "
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  • Danielbarba214
    "Always be alert and keep good communication with your family members and friends and around the neighborhood "
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  • Natalee Miller
    "I like that my neighbors are quiet and mind their own business. It makes me feel secure knowing i won’t have to have a small talk convo with some random person. "
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  • Susanna Escobar
    " Most of all neighbors have lived here for more than 20 years and we pretty much look out for each other schools are pretty close "
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  • Bowler70
    "We have some things for seniors to get interested in at our club house. They have a library for the seniors and other events there for them."
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  • Dlbrown261
    "Many community events including weekly water aerobics classes at the pool, weekly crafting classes and wood shop and monthly dinners."
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  • Mattclough72
    "Good people, quality houses. I love how much o feel at home. I love Halloween and Christmas I love to be loved and I love to live here in the comfort of the neighborhood."
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  • Arturo Ramirez
    "There is Too many homeless everywhere all day roaming near these apartments and they are always digging in our trash cans "
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  • Cid Alarid
    "I dont commute anymore I amretired from the workforce - i moved from los angeles to live here so therefore I dont commute- but if i did drive in bakersfield-the drive would be fine and traffic free"
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  • Alma Castro
    "I have not attended any community events in my area. I do not know if any events that happen around my area"
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  • Aazusana
    "I see most of the homes decorated for the holidays and children riding bikes. Very quiet, clean, maintained yards and trimmed trees. I feel safe and happy here. "
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  • Auroraaureleus
    "Friendly, family oriented neighborhood. Our family has lived in this neighborhood for over 5 years. We love it. I love this area. Everything is nearby as far as groceries and shopping goes. Schools are great! Our neighbors have also always been amazing. We all look out for one another. "
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  • John Meadows
    "Becoming less and less safe. Do not open your door to anyone you do not know. You need an alarm system and dogs."
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  • Miguelcejaa91
    "This neighborhood is very quiet but the neighbors are nosy. Most don’t even acknowledge you when you wave or they act like they don’t see you."
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  • Trulia User
    "this is such a good neighborhood. clean yards, children playing, people walking their dogs. it's just a good atmosphere. lot's of trees. just beautiful. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s dog friendly with a lot of dog owners. There are multiple dog parks nearby within a couple of miles away. There are also many different walkways and routes to walk your dog and keep things interesting for walking your dogs. "
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  • Trulia User
    "the commute is fantastic very good and convenient . and clean environment rapid and neighborhood friendly "
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  • Trulia User
    "good neighborhood, very quiet not too much drama around neighbors not too friendly.... i have been living here for 3 years already, and yards have good maintenance. What else can you ask for also too many stores nearby "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a tight knit community. family first. people look out for one another. everyone is friendly and mindful of one another "
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  • Trulia User
    "Good place to live and raise a family if you wanna go out for the weekend this is the place downtown has so much to do "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a beautiful quiet neighborhood, even the kids outside playing are generally Peaceful. "
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  • Trulia User
    "almost everyone owns a dog and a motorcycle;) u see alot of dog walking and lots of dog grooming and dog washing areas available "
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  • Trulia User
    "nothing... it is a pet friendly community. most pet owners are responsible and respectful. a lot ok kids too!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Like it because there’s lots of other pet owners in the area. It’s also very quiet here, even with a busy street nearby."
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  • Trulia User
    "my neighborhood is nice. and seems to be a safe haven for crime. very nice neighbors. clean, safe, close to everything. Great Schools etc. "
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  • Trulia User
    "very nice neighborhood. We are happy and feeling safe. Great schools and close to everything in Bakersfield."
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  • Trulia User
    "nice, safe ,not in the night. I like it. I have lived here for 12 years nothing bad has happened to me. beautiful place I will say."
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  • Trulia User
    "I love my neighborhood…. Everyone looks out for everyone else and it’s just a great place to live! Not to mention the old school charm and character of the homes!!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Love the neighborhood looking to buy a house with my family with a pool and a great location with great schools and shopping centers "
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  • Trulia User
    "all the neighbors in this watch out for each other. I really enjoy living here and it is very quiet. "
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