Is parking easy in Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA?

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

Does Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say there are sidewalks

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

As of early 2026, 76% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say car is needed

Do kids play outside in Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say kids play outside

Is Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say there's holiday spirit

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

As of early 2026, 40% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 39% of users say it's dog friendly

Are neighbors friendly in Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say neighbors are friendly

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

As of early 2026, 38% of users say streets are well-lit

Are there community events in Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 31% of users say there are community events

Is Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA quiet?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA?

As of early 2026, 28% of users say there's wildlife

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

As of early 2026, 24% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Lakeview, Bakersfield, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 24% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

What is 238 E 5th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 238 E 5th St in Bakersfield, CA is $267,400 .

What is the price history for 238 E 5th St?

238 E 5th St in Bakersfield, CA last sold for $152,500 in July 2020.

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.

How big is the lot at 238 E 5th St?

The lot at 238 E 5th St in Bakersfield, CA is about 0.14 acres (6,262 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$267,400

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,407 sqft

238 E 5th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307

Lakeview

Est. Refi. Payment $1,822/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 6, 2020 for $152,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$267K

Since last month

$400 (+0.1%)

Since last year

$5K (+1.7%)

Since last sale

$115K (+75.7%)

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 +110% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$268K
September 2026	$268K
August 2026	$268K
July 2026	$264K
June 2026	$269K
May 2026	$267K
April 2026	$265K
March 2026	$267K
February 2026	$263K
January 2026	$259K
2025
December 2025	$257K
November 2025	$260K
October 2025	$260K
September 2025	$263K
August 2025	$265K
July 2025	$270K
June 2025	$269K
May 2025	$267K
April 2025	$266K
March 2025	$263K
February 2025	$262K
January 2025	$262K
2024
December 2024	$260K
November 2024	$261K
October 2024	$273K
September 2024	$274K
August 2024	$272K
July 2024	$272K
June 2024	$274K
May 2024	$275K
April 2024	$272K
March 2024	$270K
February 2024	$266K
January 2024	$259K
2023
December 2023	$259K
November 2023	$264K
October 2023	$261K
September 2023	$260K
August 2023	$257K
July 2023	$268K
June 2023	$268K
May 2023	$254K
April 2023	$249K
March 2023	$244K
February 2023	$233K
January 2023	$231K
2022
December 2022	$230K
November 2022	$233K
October 2022	$237K
September 2022	$238K
August 2022	$237K
July 2022	$242K
June 2022	$244K
May 2022	$244K
April 2022	$243K
March 2022	$243K
February 2022	$214K
January 2022	$204K
2021
December 2021	$195K
November 2021	$195K
October 2021	$196K
September 2021	$191K
August 2021	$189K
July 2021	$183K
June 2021	$180K
May 2021	$175K
April 2021	$172K
March 2021	$168K
February 2021	$167K
January 2021	$165K
2020
December 2020	$164K
November 2020	$158K
October 2020	$156K
September 2020	$154K
August 2020	$153K
July 2020	$153K
June 2020	$160K
May 2020	$157K
April 2020	$161K
March 2020	$161K
February 2020	$159K
January 2020	$165K
2019
December 2019	$162K
November 2019	$158K
October 2019	$158K
September 2019	$155K
August 2019	$156K
July 2019	$156K
June 2019	$163K
May 2019	$155K
April 2019	$149K
March 2019	$144K
February 2019	$144K
January 2019	$145K
2018
December 2018	$141K
November 2018	$141K
October 2018	$143K
September 2018	$140K
August 2018	$141K
July 2018	$140K
June 2018	$140K
May 2018	$141K
April 2018	$140K
March 2018	$138K
February 2018	$138K
January 2018	$136K
2017
December 2017	$136K
November 2017	$136K
October 2017	$134K
September 2017	$136K
August 2017	$134K
July 2017	$133K
June 2017	$132K
May 2017	$131K
April 2017	$131K
March 2017	$130K
February 2017	$130K
January 2017	$130K
2016
December 2016	$128K
November 2016	$128K
October 2016	$127K

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
307 Donna Ave, Bakersfield, CA	0.44	Single-Family Home	$187,000	08/20/26	4	2	1,248
220 E 7th St, Bakersfield, CA	0.13	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/21/25	3	1	917
408 Wilkins St, Bakersfield, CA	0.41	Single-Family Home	$280,000	10/03/25	4	2	1,856
527 Villa St, Bakersfield, CA	0.10	Single-Family Home	$223,000	12/31/25	2	1	1,115
228 Donna Ave, Bakersfield, CA	0.46	Single-Family Home	$315,000	07/31/26	3	2	1,744
221 Wood St, Bakersfield, CA	0.22	Single-Family Home	$212,600	12/12/25	2	2	576
137 S South King St, Bakersfield, CA	0.45	Single-Family Home	$315,000	07/29/26	3	2	1,060
416 Wilkins St, Bakersfield, CA	0.41	Single-Family Home	$128,000	08/18/26	3	1	953
406 10th St, Bakersfield, CA	0.52	Single-Family Home	$285,000	04/23/26	3	2	1,429
208 S Owens St, Bakersfield, CA	0.53	Single-Family Home	$136,000	12/18/25	3	1	1,611

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
236 E 5th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.01	$196,100	3	1	1,302	Off Market
234 E 5th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.02	$145,000	2	1	800	Off Market
504 S Tulare St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.03	$213,200	4	1	1,000	Off Market
500 S Tulare St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.03	$203,000	3	1	1,000	Off Market
220 E 5th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.03	$249,600	3	2	1,720	Off Market
508 S Tulare St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.03	$214,500	3	1	1,000	Off Market
235 E 6th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.03	$181,100	3	1	768	Off Market
227 E 6th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.03	$184,800	2	1	782	Off Market
512 S Tulare St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.03	$245,400	3	1	1,000	Off Market
233 E 5th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.03	$243,800	3	1	1,047	Off Market
223 E 6th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.04	$240,500	3	1	2,228	Off Market
235 E 5th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.04	$177,000	4	1	1,126	Off Market
219 E 6th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.04	$84,600	1	1	277	Off Market
516 S Tulare St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.04	$220,300	3	1	1,000	Off Market
216 E 5th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.04	$101,600	Studio	-	370	Off Market
231 E 5th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.04	$205,100	2	1	638	Off Market
520 S Tulare St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.04	$240,500	3	1	1,000	Off Market
227 E 5th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.05	$182,900	2	1	804	Off Market
215 E 6th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.05	$186,900	2	1	863	Off Market
214 1/2 E 5th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307	0.05	$375,700	6	4	2,160	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1940

1,407 sqft

$190/sqft

About this House

Great starter home located in Central Bakersfield! This 4 bedroom 1.5 bath home offers all the comforts you need with a living area, dining area, indoor laundry room, and lot of storage throughout. There are many amenities to list: fresh paint inside & out, floor tile, granite counter tops in the kitchen, insulated attic & walls, newer HVAC, security system, and the list goes on! The exterior offers lush green landscape with an irrigation system. Come and take a look today!

238 E 5th St, Bakersfield, CA 93307 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,407 sqft single-family home in Lakeview, built in 1940. It last sold for $152,500 on Jul 6, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $267,400, with a rent estimate of $2,065/month.

Home Details for 238 E 5th St

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: WallAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Wall

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1940Year Updated: 1940
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6263 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jul 6, 2020 Source: Bakersfield AOR #202005153	Sold	$152,500
May 28, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$160,000
Apr 7, 2016 Source: Bakersfield AOR #21513669	Sold	$125,000
Jan 22, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$122,900 Price decreased by 2%
Nov 19, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$124,950 Price decreased by 2%
Oct 31, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$126,900 Price decreased by 2%
Oct 10, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$129,900 Price decreased by 4%
Aug 26, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$134,900 Price decreased by 4%
Aug 12, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$139,900
May 15, 2008 Source: N/A	Sold	$85,500
Apr 23, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$68,888
Oct 2, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$148,661
Aug 17, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$15,000
Aug 25, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$185,000
Apr 15, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$132,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$168,921

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

Fremont Elementary School
K-6
Public
707 Students
Bakersfield City School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
My two boys (6 and 11) have been going there since kinder, and they love it. Excellent teachers and staff !!!
Parent Review
12y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Lakeview

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What Locals Say about Lakeview

At least 37 Trulia users voted on each feature.

84 % Say parking is easy
84 % Say there are sidewalks
76 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say car is needed
71 % Say kids play outside
59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
57 % Say there's holiday spirit
40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
39 % Say it's dog friendly
38 % Say neighbors are friendly
38 % Say streets are well-lit
31 % Say there are community events
29 % Say it's quiet
28 % Say there's wildlife
24 % Say people would walk alone at night
24 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Prev. Resident
2y ago
"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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Laquisha F.
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6y ago
"I lived in the neighborhood years ago, it was quite friendly and so were the residents. I’m not really sure how it is now."
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Maribel H.
Resident
7y ago
"Loose dogs without their dog collar . Can’t leave anything nice outside. Someone will steel it . It’s close to union "
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Manuel R.
Resident
7y ago
"It’s family oriented and everyone looks out for one another. Been living here for over 3 years already."
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Deelynn625
Resident
8y ago
"Not the best area but it's home only 3 shootings down the street since Feb 2018. There is a lot of homeless people but majority of them aren't that bad."
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Edith C.
15y ago
"horrible neighboorhood not recommemded for any decent human being"
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Frequently asked questions about 238 E 5th St

What is 238 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 238 E 5th St in Bakersfield, CA is $267,400.
What is the price history for 238 E 5th St?
238 E 5th St in Bakersfield, CA last sold for $152,500 in July 2020.
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.
How big is the lot at 238 E 5th St?
The lot at 238 E 5th St in Bakersfield, CA is about 0.14 acres (6,262 sq ft).