1214 Thunderbird St
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Kern City- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 742 sqft
1 Bed
1 Bath
742 sqft
Local Information
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Description
FOR RENT in Kern City (55+ community)
Looking for peace, convenience, and community? This cozy 1 bed, 1 bath condo under 800 sq ft is available now in one of Bakersfield's top 55+ neighborhoods.
Access to clubhouse, pool, & golf
Clean, quiet streets
Minutes to shopping, restaurants & medical
Active community with events & classes
Appliances included
Perfect for anyone 55+ looking for low-maintenance living in a great location.
Kern City, Bakersfield, CA
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Renter is responsible for water,electricity and gas. Owner pays for trash.
No smoking allowed inside the unit. Outdoor smoking permitted in designated areas only.
Minimum 6 month lease.
Rent is due on the 1st of each month. A $50 late fee applies after the 5th.
All maintenance issues must be reported in writing within 24 hours of discovery.
Guests may not stay longer than 7 consecutive days or 14 days in a month without written approval.
Unit must be returned in clean condition. A $150 cleaning fee will be deducted if not.
No major alterations (painting, fixtures, etc.) without written landlord approval.
Early lease termination requires 30-day notice and a fee equal to one month's rent unless otherwise agreed upon.
2 car garage
Looking for peace, convenience, and community? This cozy 1 bed, 1 bath condo under 800 sq ft is available now in one of Bakersfield's top 55+ neighborhoods.
Access to clubhouse, pool, & golf
Clean, quiet streets
Minutes to shopping, restaurants & medical
Active community with events & classes
Appliances included
Perfect for anyone 55+ looking for low-maintenance living in a great location.
Kern City, Bakersfield, CA
DM me to schedule a showing today!
Renter is responsible for water,electricity and gas. Owner pays for trash.
No smoking allowed inside the unit. Outdoor smoking permitted in designated areas only.
Minimum 6 month lease.
Rent is due on the 1st of each month. A $50 late fee applies after the 5th.
All maintenance issues must be reported in writing within 24 hours of discovery.
Guests may not stay longer than 7 consecutive days or 14 days in a month without written approval.
Unit must be returned in clean condition. A $150 cleaning fee will be deducted if not.
No major alterations (painting, fixtures, etc.) without written landlord approval.
Early lease termination requires 30-day notice and a fee equal to one month's rent unless otherwise agreed upon.
2 car garage
1214 Thunderbird St, Bakersfield, CA 93309 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 742 sqft apartment in Kern City. It last sold for $135,000 on Apr 4, 2025 (12,173% above the $1,100 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $1,100 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 18, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $136,200, with a rent estimate of $1,270/month.
Home Highlights
Parking
Attached Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 1214 Thunderbird St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile |
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: 6 MonthAvailable: now |
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Parking & Garage Parking: Attached, On Site |
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Community rooms Fitness Center |
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Clubhouse |
Price History for 1214 Thunderbird St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 08/18/2025 | $1,100 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals |
| 08/06/2025 | $1,100 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 04/04/2025 | $135,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 03/24/2021 | ListingRemoved | N/A | |
| 01/29/2020 | $134,900 | Sold | Bakersfield AOR #21913424 |
| 12/11/2019 | $140,000 | Listed For Sale | N/A |
| 08/13/2019 | $80,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 09/19/2013 | $80,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 08/22/2013 | $80,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 07/30/2013 | $84,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 07/19/2013 | $89,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 11/06/2008 | $80,000 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Bakersfield
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$397K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$234
$4MoM
Available listings
1421
10MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $2,873 |
| Assessment | $131,231 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 1214 Thunderbird St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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1.10 | Apartment | $158,000 | 06/12/26 | 2 | 1 | 792 | |
1.15 | Apartment | $105,000 | 08/22/25 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,024 | |
0.94 | Apartment | $625,000 | 11/26/25 | 2 | 1 | 3,113 | |
1.45 | Apartment | $249,000 | 10/28/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,048 | |
1.35 | Apartment | $1,200 | 09/01/25 | 2 | 1 | 900 | |
1.64 | Apartment | $215,000 | 07/01/26 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,122 | |
0.80 | Multi-Family Home | $625,000 | 05/05/26 | 2 | 1 | 3,696 | |
1.34 | Apartment | $1,450 | 03/25/26 | 2 | 1 | 3,069 | |
2.01 | Apartment | $730,000 | 07/21/25 | 2 | 2 | 900 | |
2.60 | Apartment | $537,500 | 04/28/26 | 2 | 1 | 870 |
Home facts updated by county records
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What Locals Say about Kern City
At least 14 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say parking is easy
93 % Say car is needed
87 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
79 % Say yards are well-kept
78 % Say it's dog friendly
76 % Say there are sidewalks
73 % Say there's holiday spirit
61 % Say people would walk alone at night
60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
58 % Say it's quiet
56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
56 % Say streets are well-lit
52 % Say neighbors are friendly
41 % Say there's wildlife
19 % Say there are community events
17 % Say kids play outside
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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