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$332,995$386 / 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 91How 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 $305,000 on Apr 17, 2024

716 POLK ST

TAFT, CA 93268
2
Beds
1
Baths
863 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1919
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$333K
$304K low$362K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$305,000 · Apr 17, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,023 (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.$317,322 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$78,030
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$239,292
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$311,100

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
87
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
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.undetermined

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.0.19
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
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.Patio · 136 ft²Porch · 208 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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Jefferson Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 0.5 mi
M
Lincoln Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Taft Union High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Taft City Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93268These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.333

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.5.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.28%
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.17,568
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.132 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,410
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,313
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

716 Polk 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 more than 90% of homes in Taft 93268
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Taft 93268
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Kern County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Taft 93268
  • Among the oldest homes in Kern County

What homes are worth in Taft 93268

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

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$46K$454K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Taft 93268.

How it measures up in Taft 93268

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Taft 93268.

Estimated value$332,995
CheaperTypical $172,410Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$386
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area863 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,245 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1919
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 716 Polk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTaft 93268Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$332,99590% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$386almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than863 ft²15% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac74% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than19193% of homesalmost no homes

About 716 Polk St

How much is 716 Polk St, Taft, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 716 Polk St, Taft, CA is $332,995 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $303,630 to $362,360. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 716 Polk St, Taft, CA last sell?

716 Polk St, Taft, CA last sold on Apr 17, 2024 for $305,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 716 Polk St, Taft, CA?

716 Polk St, Taft, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 863 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 716 Polk St, Taft, CA built?

716 Polk St, Taft, CA was built in 1919, making it 107 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 716 Polk St, Taft, CA?

716 Polk St, Taft, CA is assigned to Jefferson Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Lincoln Junior High School (middle), rated D+; Taft Union High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Taft City Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 716 Polk St, Taft, CA compare to other homes in Taft 93268?

Among the 5,265 homes in Taft 93268, it is worth more than 90% of them ($332,995 against a typical $172,410), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($386 against a typical $143), it is bigger than 15% of them (863 ft² against a typical 1,245 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1919 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Kern County, it is worth more than 46% 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 716 Polk St, Taft, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 716 Polk St, Taft, CA was $5,023. The county assessed it at $317,322.

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