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$206,567$170 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

1705 FORREST ST

BAKERSFIELD, CA 93304
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,212 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$207K
$189K low$224K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,902 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$109,834 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,331
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$84,503
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$107,682

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.22
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
1
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
44
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyKERN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 234 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Bakersfield High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
William Penn Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Emerson Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Bakersfield City Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93304These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.227

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.50,985
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,697 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,593
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,141
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.7 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.75%

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How this home compares

1705 Forrest St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 87% of homes in Kern County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Kern County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Kern County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Kern County
  • Among the oldest homes in Kern County

What homes are worth in Bakersfield 93304

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$146K$393K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Bakersfield 93304.

How it measures up in Bakersfield 93304

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bakersfield 93304.

Estimated value$206,567
CheaperTypical $255,185Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $200Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,212 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,292 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 1705 Forrest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOleander / SunsetBakersfield 93304Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$206,56733% of homes19% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17028% of homes20% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,212 ft²44% of homes43% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac40% of homes24% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than192319% of homes6% of homesalmost no homes

About 1705 Forrest St

How much is 1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA is $206,567 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $189,433 to $223,701. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA last sell?

1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA?

1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,212 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA built?

1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA?

1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA is assigned to Bakersfield High School (high), rated C-; William Penn Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Emerson Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Bakersfield City Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA compare to other homes in Bakersfield 93304?

Among the 11,913 homes in Bakersfield 93304, it is worth more than 19% of them ($206,567 against a typical $255,185), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($170 against a typical $200), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,212 ft² against a typical 1,292 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1923 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Kern County, it is worth more than 13% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1705 Forrest St, Bakersfield, CA was $1,902. The county assessed it at $109,834.

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