Bakersfield, CA · Neighborhood Guide
Downtown / Oleander
Downtown Bakersfield and the Oleander district offer walkable urban living, historic homes, arts venues, and some of the city's most affordable real estate — ideal for professionals and investors.
$285,000
Median Price
Bakersfield
City
Kern Co.
County
$175,000 – $550,000
Price Range
About the Neighborhood
Living in Downtown / Oleander
Community Vibe
“Walkable urban character with historic charm, arts venues, and investor upside.”
Schools
Jefferson Elementary
K–5 · BCSD
Bakersfield High School
9–12 · KUHSD
Bakersfield College
9–12 · Community College
Parks & Recreation
Mill Creek Park
Walking pathWater featureDowntown accessCentennial Garden Area
Events venueOpen plazas
Nearby Shops
- 🛒Grocery Outlet
- 💊Rite Aid
- 🍽️Lengthwise Brewery
- 🍽️Wool Growers Restaurant
- ☕Dagny's Coffee
Market Snapshot
$285,000
Median list price
$175,000 – $550,000
Typical price range
Bakersfield, CA · Kern County
Downtown Bakersfield centers on the 18th and 19th Street corridors, home to the Fox Theater, local restaurants, breweries, and the Kern County government campus. Adjacent Oleander is a historic residential neighborhood with craftsman bungalows and early 20th-century homes on tree-lined streets. Together they attract buyers seeking walkability and urban character uncommon in the broader Bakersfield market. Investors find value in historic conversions and small multi-family properties at accessible price points.
Neighborhood Highlights
- Walkable urban core
- Historic craftsman homes
- Fox Theater & arts district
- Investment & multi-family opportunity
- Government & courthouse proximity
Market Snapshot
Downtown / Oleander — Right Now
Active Listings
269
Median List
$349,900
Avg Days on Market
126 days
Sold (60d) · 61
$350,000
Stats refresh every 15 minutes from MLS data.
Active Listings in Downtown / Oleander(6 shown)
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Just Listed$119,900
516 Water Street
Just Listed$335,000
3200 El Encanto Court
Just Listed$305,000
3008 Pomona Street
Just Listed$325,000
2133 Sacramento Street
Just Listed$569,900
2445 Spruce Street
Just Listed$314,900
314 Monterey Street
Recent Sales
Sold in Downtown / Oleander (last 60 days)
| Address | Sold |
|---|---|
| 1221 University Avenue | $289,000 |
| 2915 Pine Street | $330,000 |
| 3018 Nelson | $352,000 |
| 616 Magnolia Avenue | $435,000 |
| 2715 Cedar | $361,000 |
| 2715 Cedar Street | $361,000 |
| 1316 H Street | $470,000 |
| 1300 H Street | $400,000 |
On the Map
Where Downtown / Oleander is
Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Downtown / Oleander
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Downtown / Oleander vs. nearby neighborhoods
Downtown / Oleander vs.
Seven Oaks
| Median Price | $285,000 | $525,000 |
| Price Range | $175,000 – $550,000 | $400,000 – $1,200,000 |
| Vibe | Urban | Family-friendly |
Downtown / Oleander vs.
Riverlakes Ranch
| Median Price | $285,000 | $440,000 |
| Price Range | $175,000 – $550,000 | $320,000 – $750,000 |
| Vibe | Urban | Family-friendly |
Downtown / Oleander vs.
Stockdale
| Median Price | $285,000 | $560,000 |
| Price Range | $175,000 – $550,000 | $380,000 – $2,000,000+ |
| Vibe | Urban | Upscale |
Downtown / Oleander vs.
Northwest Bakersfield
| Median Price | $285,000 | $395,000 |
| Price Range | $175,000 – $550,000 | $295,000 – $650,000 |
| Vibe | Urban | Growing |
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