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$263,991$278 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $218,000 on May 17, 2021

709 RIVER OAKS DR

BAKERSFIELD, CA 93309
2
Beds
1
Baths
948 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$264K
$252K low$276K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$218,000 · May 17, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,574 (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.$240,686 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,203
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$185,483
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$235,968

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
83
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
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.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Patio · 25 ft²Porch · 90 ft²

Transaction History(9)

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.

E
Wayne Van Horn Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.7 mi
H
West High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
O.J. Actis Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Panama-Buena Vista Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93309These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.222

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.62,514
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,812 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,265
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,835
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

709 River Oaks Dr 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 79% of homes in Bakersfield 93309
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Kern City
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Bakersfield 93309
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Bakersfield 93309
  • Older than 81% of homes in Bakersfield 93309

What homes are worth in Bakersfield 93309

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

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$145K$790K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Bakersfield 93309.

How it measures up in Bakersfield 93309

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bakersfield 93309.

Estimated value$263,991
CheaperTypical $330,874Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$278
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area948 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,523 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 709 River Oaks Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKern CityBakersfield 93309Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$263,99122% of homes21% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27898% of homes96% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than948 ft²5% of homes4% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac31% of homes25% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than196333% of homes19% of homes27% of homes

About 709 River Oaks Dr

How much is 709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA is $263,991 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $251,701 to $276,281. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA last sell?

709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA last sold on May 17, 2021 for $218,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA?

709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 948 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA built?

709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA?

709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA is assigned to Wayne Van Horn Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; West High School (high), rated C; O.J. Actis Junior High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Panama-Buena Vista Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA compare to other homes in Bakersfield 93309?

Among the 15,500 homes in Bakersfield 93309, it is worth more than 21% of them ($263,991 against a typical $330,874), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($278 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 4% of them (948 ft² against a typical 1,523 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1963 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Kern County, it is worth more than 27% 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 709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 709 River Oaks Dr, Bakersfield, CA was $3,574. The county assessed it at $240,686.

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