Is a car needed in Avalon, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say car is needed

Does Avalon, Bakersfield, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in Avalon, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in Avalon, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Avalon, Bakersfield, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Avalon, Bakersfield, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say it's dog friendly

Do kids play outside in Avalon, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say kids play outside

Would people walk alone at night in Avalon, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Avalon, Bakersfield, CA quiet?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say it's quiet

Are the streets well-lit in Avalon, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say streets are well-lit

Are neighbors friendly in Avalon, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do residents of Avalon, Bakersfield, CA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Avalon, Bakersfield, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 22% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Avalon, Bakersfield, CA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 21% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is there wildlife in Avalon, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 21% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Avalon, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 16% of users say there are community events

What is 12209 Ruby River Dr estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 12209 Ruby River Dr in Bakersfield, CA is $521,900 .

What is the price history for 12209 Ruby River Dr?

12209 Ruby River Dr in Bakersfield, CA last sold for $305,000 in April 2016.

Is Bakersfield a buyer's or seller's market?

Bakersfield is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Bakersfield?

The median sale price in Bakersfield is $401K. That is up $2.67K from the prior month.

Does 12209 Ruby River Dr have air conditioning?

Yes, 12209 Ruby River Dr in Bakersfield, CA has air conditioning.

Does 12209 Ruby River Dr have a pool?

Yes, 12209 Ruby River Dr in Bakersfield, CA has a pool.

OFF MARKET

$521,900

Trulia Estimate

5 Beds
4 Baths
2,438 sqft

12209 Ruby River Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312

Avalon

Est. Refi. Payment $3,445/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 20, 2016 for $305,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$522K

Since last month

$400 (+0.1%)

Since last year

$900 (+0.2%)

Since last sale

$217K (+71.2%)

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 +71% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$522K
August 2026	$522K
July 2026	$523K
June 2026	$525K
May 2026	$528K
April 2026	$528K
March 2026	$535K
February 2026	$522K
January 2026	$518K
2025
December 2025	$520K
November 2025	$523K
October 2025	$527K
September 2025	$521K
August 2025	$528K
July 2025	$534K
June 2025	$536K
May 2025	$535K
April 2025	$529K
March 2025	$532K
February 2025	$533K
January 2025	$538K
2024
December 2024	$533K
November 2024	$529K
October 2024	$534K
September 2024	$537K
August 2024	$532K
July 2024	$534K
June 2024	$533K
May 2024	$532K
April 2024	$529K
March 2024	$525K
February 2024	$524K
January 2024	$515K
2023
December 2023	$509K
November 2023	$520K
October 2023	$518K
September 2023	$517K
August 2023	$510K
July 2023	$514K
June 2023	$511K
May 2023	$502K
April 2023	$497K
March 2023	$491K
February 2023	$474K
January 2023	$470K
2022
December 2022	$472K
November 2022	$479K
October 2022	$486K
September 2022	$491K
August 2022	$491K
July 2022	$503K
June 2022	$509K
May 2022	$510K
April 2022	$505K
March 2022	$494K
February 2022	$473K
January 2022	$464K
2021
December 2021	$458K
November 2021	$456K
October 2021	$451K
September 2021	$449K
August 2021	$448K
July 2021	$443K
June 2021	$428K
May 2021	$412K
April 2021	$403K
March 2021	$388K
February 2021	$387K
January 2021	$384K
2020
December 2020	$376K
November 2020	$368K
October 2020	$362K
September 2020	$357K
August 2020	$357K
July 2020	$359K
June 2020	$360K
May 2020	$362K
April 2020	$362K
March 2020	$362K
February 2020	$359K
January 2020	$351K
2019
December 2019	$351K
November 2019	$350K
October 2019	$347K
September 2019	$346K
August 2019	$341K
July 2019	$341K
June 2019	$344K
May 2019	$346K
April 2019	$351K
March 2019	$350K
February 2019	$352K
January 2019	$352K
2018
December 2018	$345K
November 2018	$344K
October 2018	$347K
September 2018	$342K
August 2018	$345K
July 2018	$340K
June 2018	$342K
May 2018	$345K
April 2018	$340K
March 2018	$336K
February 2018	$336K
January 2018	$331K
2017
December 2017	$332K
November 2017	$332K
October 2017	$327K
September 2017	$331K
August 2017	$326K
July 2017	$325K
June 2017	$321K
May 2017	$318K
April 2017	$318K
March 2017	$317K
February 2017	$317K
January 2017	$318K
2016
December 2016	$311K
November 2016	$311K
October 2016	$311K
September 2016	$306K

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
12203 Timberpointe Dr, Bakersfield, CA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$459,000	03/31/26	4	3	2,438
12606 Mezzadro Ave, Bakersfield, CA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$475,000	08/13/26	4	2	2,306
12510 Stablegate Dr, Bakersfield, CA	0.31	Single-Family Home	$519,999	07/07/26	4	2	2,779
12118 Midtowne Dr, Bakersfield, CA	0.19	Single-Family Home	$420,000	07/17/26	3	2	1,843
12710 High Country Dr, Bakersfield, CA	0.34	Single-Family Home	$584,000	10/03/25	4	3	2,779
11814 Montague Ave, Bakersfield, CA	0.30	Single-Family Home	$458,000	06/25/26	4	2	2,041
12008 Cedar Bluff Ave, Bakersfield, CA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$460,000	10/02/25	4	2	2,041
11811 Mantova Ave, Bakersfield, CA	0.42	Single-Family Home	$370,000	04/17/26	4	2	2,241
11712 Novara Ave, Bakersfield, CA	0.29	Single-Family Home	$570,000	12/12/25	4	3	2,611
12321 High Country Dr, Bakersfield, CA	0.19	Single-Family Home	$405,000	04/29/26	3	2	1,460

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
12206 Mezzadro Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.03	$455,000	4	2	1,976	For Sale
12216 Ruby River Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.04	$596,300	5	2.5	3,033	Off Market
12323 Ruby River Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.09	$475,200	4	2.5	3,033	Off Market
12212 Hill Country Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.10	$449,200	4	2	1,974	Off Market
12328 Mezzadro Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.12	$413,000	3	2	1,456	Off Market
12329 Mezzadro Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.13	$425,400	3	2	1,843	Off Market
12218 High Country Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.14	$426,200	3	2	1,843	Off Market
7215 Cattle Crossing Way, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.15	$589,700	5	3	3,033	Off Market
12310 Hill Country Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.15	$571,500	4	2	2,629	Off Market
12118 Midtowne Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.19	$420,000	3	2	1,843	Recently Sold
7003 Crossroads Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.19	$630,000	5	3	3,033	For Sale
12321 High Country Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312	0.19	$405,000	3	2	1,460	Recently Sold

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 12209 Ruby River Dr.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 2006

2,438 sqft

$214/sqft

Garage

About this House

Two story home with beautiful rock elevation, 3 car garage, newer pool located on a cul de sac. This house has a large living room with vaulted ceilings and surround sound, stunning corian island kitchen with designer back splash, ss appliances, and plantation shutters throughout...this home is 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. One bedroom is downstairs with its own bathroom,could be used as an in law quarters. There is a separate family room( currently being used as a dining room) and also a loft upstairs. Master bath has separate tub and shower and walk in closet. Spacious yard with newer pool and enormous patio built to last with thick decorative pillars and lots of stamped concrete....perfect for entertaining. In desirable Norris School District. Close to shopping and Frontier High School

12209 Ruby River Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,438 sqft single-family home in Avalon, built in 2006. It last sold for $305,000 on Apr 20, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $521,900, with a rent estimate of $3,432/month.

Home Details for 12209 Ruby River Dr

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: RefrigeratorHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2006Year Updated: 2006
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features
Pool Pool
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7200 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 20, 2016 Source: TAAR #9972468	Sold	$305,000
Mar 7, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$309,900
Mar 2, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$309,900
May 3, 2012 Source: Bakersfield AOR #21203398	Sold	$240,000
Mar 8, 2012 Source: N/A	Sold	$183,500
Oct 28, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$205,000 Price decreased by 2%
Jul 14, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$210,000
Jul 20, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$334,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$368,270

Additional Cost

Market trends in Bakersfield

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$401K

$2.67KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

Price per sq ft

$237

$0MoM

Available listings

1494

67MoM

Around this home

Norris Elementary School
K-6
Public
810 Students
Norris Elementary School District
7/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
We love Norris, the school is full of fantastic teachers who really care about their students. The parent teacher association is always working to do really great activities for our kids.
Parent Review
8y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Avalon

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What Locals Say about Avalon

At least 28 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say car is needed
92 % Say there are sidewalks
89 % Say parking is easy
89 % Say yards are well-kept
86 % Say there's holiday spirit
83 % Say it's dog friendly
82 % Say kids play outside
82 % Say people would walk alone at night
64 % Say it's quiet
63 % Say streets are well-lit
58 % Say neighbors are friendly
43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
22 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
21 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
21 % Say there's wildlife
16 % Say there are community events

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"It seems lots of the neighbors have dogs. You can walk them throughout and feel they are safe, and you are not stressed."
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6y ago
"I’ve been here for 6 months so far so good no issues pretty great neighbors. We enjoy the neighborhood "
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6y ago
"Newer neighborhood good school people maintain their homes family friendly yards are well maintained "
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8y ago
"Love the quiet neighborhood Feel safe Friendly neighbors Seeing kids playing outside Is nice to see "
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Gabriel A. C.
11y ago
"live here for the past 4 plus years. Nice neighbors, quiet neighborhood...great schools near by."
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Frequently asked questions about 12209 Ruby River Dr

What is 12209 Ruby River Dr estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 12209 Ruby River Dr in Bakersfield, CA is $521,900.
What is the price history for 12209 Ruby River Dr?
12209 Ruby River Dr in Bakersfield, CA last sold for $305,000 in April 2016.
Is Bakersfield a buyer's or seller's market?
Bakersfield is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Bakersfield?
The median sale price in Bakersfield is $401K. That is up $2.67K from the prior month.
Does 12209 Ruby River Dr have air conditioning?
Yes, 12209 Ruby River Dr in Bakersfield, CA has air conditioning.
Does 12209 Ruby River Dr have a pool?
Yes, 12209 Ruby River Dr in Bakersfield, CA has a pool.