Are yards well-kept in Hillcrest, CA?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Hillcrest, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's dog friendly

Does Hillcrest, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is a car needed in Hillcrest, CA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Hillcrest, CA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say parking is easy

Is Hillcrest, CA quiet?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say it's quiet

Do kids play outside in Hillcrest, CA?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say kids play outside

Is Hillcrest, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Does Hillcrest, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say there are sidewalks

Is Hillcrest, CA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 51% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are neighbors friendly in Hillcrest, CA?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say neighbors are friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Hillcrest, CA?

As of early 2026, 48% of users say people would walk alone at night

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

As of early 2026, 48% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are the streets well-lit in Hillcrest, CA?

As of early 2026, 41% of users say streets are well-lit

Is there wildlife in Hillcrest, CA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Hillcrest, CA?

As of early 2026, 17% of users say there are community events

What is 2226 Gale Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2226 Gale Ave in Bakersfield, CA is $323,000 .

What is the price history for 2226 Gale Ave?

2226 Gale Ave in Bakersfield, CA last sold for $298,000 in July 2024.

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

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

What do residents say about Bakersfield?

Residents describe Bakersfield, CA as well-kept, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Bakersfield, CA .

Does 2226 Gale Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 2226 Gale Ave in Bakersfield, CA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2226 Gale Ave?

The lot at 2226 Gale Ave in Bakersfield, CA is about 0.17 acres (7,405 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$323,000

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,142 sqft

2226 Gale Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93306

Est. Refi. Payment $2,120/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 31, 2024 for $298,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$323K

Since last month

$5K (+1.4%)

Since last year

$25K (+8.5%)

Since last sale

$25K (+8.4%)

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 +101% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$323K
August 2026	$323K
July 2026	$319K
June 2026	$326K
May 2026	$326K
April 2026	$324K
March 2026	$320K
February 2026	$307K
January 2026	$300K
2025
December 2025	$304K
November 2025	$301K
October 2025	$300K
September 2025	$297K
August 2025	$298K
July 2025	$304K
June 2025	$302K
May 2025	$302K
April 2025	$304K
March 2025	$305K
February 2025	$309K
January 2025	$308K
2024
December 2024	$299K
November 2024	$296K
October 2024	$302K
September 2024	$302K
August 2024	$300K
July 2024	$290K
June 2024	$291K
May 2024	$261K
April 2024	$256K
March 2024	$255K
February 2024	$243K
January 2024	$240K
2023
December 2023	$239K
November 2023	$240K
October 2023	$237K
September 2023	$237K
August 2023	$239K
July 2023	$243K
June 2023	$242K
May 2023	$242K
April 2023	$237K
March 2023	$235K
February 2023	$227K
January 2023	$229K
2022
December 2022	$230K
November 2022	$234K
October 2022	$237K
September 2022	$235K
August 2022	$236K
July 2022	$239K
June 2022	$234K
May 2022	$234K
April 2022	$229K
March 2022	$215K
February 2022	$193K
January 2022	$194K
2021
December 2021	$195K
November 2021	$194K
October 2021	$195K
September 2021	$194K
August 2021	$197K
July 2021	$198K
June 2021	$205K
May 2021	$219K
April 2021	$215K
March 2021	$207K
February 2021	$205K
January 2021	$203K
2020
December 2020	$201K
November 2020	$196K
October 2020	$191K
September 2020	$189K
August 2020	$203K
July 2020	$204K
June 2020	$208K
May 2020	$205K
April 2020	$197K
March 2020	$197K
February 2020	$190K
January 2020	$186K
2019
December 2019	$186K
November 2019	$184K
October 2019	$189K
September 2019	$192K
August 2019	$190K
July 2019	$193K
June 2019	$188K
May 2019	$182K
April 2019	$180K
March 2019	$181K
February 2019	$182K
January 2019	$182K
2018
December 2018	$186K
November 2018	$187K
October 2018	$191K
September 2018	$189K
August 2018	$190K
July 2018	$187K
June 2018	$181K
May 2018	$185K
April 2018	$175K
March 2018	$173K
February 2018	$175K
January 2018	$171K
2017
December 2017	$172K
November 2017	$173K
October 2017	$170K
September 2017	$168K
August 2017	$165K
July 2017	$165K
June 2017	$169K
May 2017	$171K
April 2017	$171K
March 2017	$173K
February 2017	$169K
January 2017	$168K
2016
December 2016	$166K
November 2016	$164K
October 2016	$163K
September 2016	$161K

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
1805 Morgan Ln, Bakersfield, CA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$277,000	11/10/25	3	2	1,165
2244 Corto St, Bakersfield, CA	0.22	Single-Family Home	$415,000	12/26/25	4	2	1,593
2401 Kenwood Rd, Bakersfield, CA	0.43	Single-Family Home	$340,000	04/14/26	4	2.5	1,452
2505 Elton Ave, Bakersfield, CA	0.19	Single-Family Home	$349,000	01/30/26	3	2	1,316
2239 Elton Ave, Bakersfield, CA	0.10	Single-Family Home	$289,500	12/01/25	2	1	1,077
2613 Anza St, Bakersfield, CA	0.44	Single-Family Home	$237,500	09/19/25	4	2	1,160
1801 Los Robles Dr, Bakersfield, CA	0.39	Single-Family Home	$345,000	04/29/26	4	3	1,663
1805 Bernard St, Bakersfield, CA	0.42	Single-Family Home	$300,000	12/24/25	3	2	1,115
2225 Manley Ct, Bakersfield, CA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$370,000	01/08/26	3	2	1,499

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
2229 Gale Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93306	0.03	$265,800	3	1.5	1,089	Off Market
2324 Elton Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93306	0.06	$266,300	2	1	1,024	Off Market
2239 Elton Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93306	0.10	$289,500	2	1	1,077	Recently Sold
2300 Corrientes St, Bakersfield, CA 93306	0.07	$332,400	3	1.5	1,142	Off Market
2213 N Corrientes St, Bakersfield, CA 93306	0.10	$268,600	3	1	1,142	Off Market
2417 Edwards Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93306	0.17	$180,000	2	1	1,060	Recently Sold
2225 Manley Ct, Bakersfield, CA 93306	0.17	$370,000	3	2	1,499	Recently Sold
12627 Heritage Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93311	0.19	$921,200	4	3.5	3,374	Off Market
2505 Elton Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93306	0.19	$349,000	3	2	1,316	Recently Sold
2460 E Corto St, Bakersfield, CA 93306	0.20	$345,400	3	2	-	Off Market
1905 Mt Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306	0.22	$245,000	3	1	1,040	Recently Sold

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 2226 Gale Ave.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1954

1,142 sqft

$283/sqft

Open Parking

About this House

This home is nestled on a corner lot going into a cul-de-sac. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. A private enclosed patio entering the front with screen doors to catch the morning breeze. The main house floor plan has two separate living areas, one containing a beautiful stone fireplace. 3 spacious bedrooms, remodeled bathroom and a half bathroom off the laundry room, perfect for your guests. The front windows and the windows off the kitchen have been upgraded. The back studio has two separate entrances, upgraded bathroom and new flooring throughout. Plenty of storage space including a shed. This property is located near schools, shopping and restaurants. Hurry and make your showing appointments! This one won't last long.

2226 Gale Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93306 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,142 sqft single-family home built in 1954. It last sold for $298,000 on Jul 31, 2024 (3% above the $290,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $323,000, with a rent estimate of $2,016/month.

Contact this Building

Property Website

Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago

Listed by Kendra L. Merrell DRE #01948156, (661) 428-1629

Lisa Tucker Hood, Broker

Bought with: Aidet Enriquez, Watson Realty

Source: Bakersfield AOR, MLS#202405973

Home Details for 2226 Gale Ave

Active Status
MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1142 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Gas & Electric Electric: PPA Solar
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: One

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage Has Open ParkingParking: Open
Pool Pool: None

Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market: 22

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Property Information Parcel Number: 12904122

Price & Status
Price List Price: $290,000

Location
Direction & Address City: Bakersfield
School Information Elementary School: Harding, RuthElementary School District: Bakersfield CityJr High / Middle School: ComptonHigh School: East

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1142 Square Feet

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7405.2 sqft

Documents
Disclaimer: Data is Copyright 2026 BAOR INFORMATION DEEMED RELIABLE, BUT NOT VERIFIED OR GUARANTEED.

Listing Info
Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous
Mls Number: 202405973Listing UrlAttribution Contact: 661-428-1629, myrealtorkendra@gmail.com

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jul 31, 2024 Source: Bakersfield AOR #202405973	Sold	$298,000
Jul 19, 2024 Source: Bakersfield AOR #202405973	Pending	$290,000
Jun 27, 2024 Source: Bakersfield AOR #202405973	Listed For Sale	$290,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$303,960

Additional Cost

Market trends in Hillcrest

Last updated August 2026

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Around this home

Harding Elementary School
K-6
Public
542 Students
Bakersfield City School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
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What Locals Say about Hillcrest

At least 31 Trulia users voted on each feature.

90 % Say yards are well-kept
88 % Say it's dog friendly
85 % Say there's holiday spirit
85 % Say car is needed
84 % Say parking is easy
60 % Say it's quiet
59 % Say kids play outside
58 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
54 % Say there are sidewalks
51 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
49 % Say neighbors are friendly
48 % Say people would walk alone at night
48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
41 % Say streets are well-lit
33 % Say there's wildlife
17 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Lauren
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"It’s old and has amazing unique houses with large lots and fantastic neighbors!!! Wouldn’t want to live in any other neighborhood!"
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Estrellajasso
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8y ago
" its well taken care off. just need more stop signs around the school rang. nice place to live or visit. "
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Frequently asked questions about 2226 Gale Ave

What is 2226 Gale Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2226 Gale Ave in Bakersfield, CA is $323,000.
What is the price history for 2226 Gale Ave?
2226 Gale Ave in Bakersfield, CA last sold for $298,000 in July 2024.
Is Bakersfield a buyer's or seller's market?
Bakersfield is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Bakersfield?
Residents describe Bakersfield, CA as well-kept, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Bakersfield, CA.
Does 2226 Gale Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 2226 Gale Ave in Bakersfield, CA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2226 Gale Ave?
The lot at 2226 Gale Ave in Bakersfield, CA is about 0.17 acres (7,405 sq ft).