730 homes in Kern County
Homes for Sale in Kern County
Kern County, CA
About Kern County Real Estate
Kern County spans many cities and communities across California. There are currently 730 homes for sale county-wide, with a median list price of $404,990.
Kern County Market Pulse
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The picture is mixed here. Selling times have improved 20% versus six months ago, yet 6.5 months of supply is more than current demand absorbs, and 42% of sellers have trimmed their asking price, so neither side holds a clear advantage. Realistic pricing wins for sellers, and patient, prepared buyers can secure fair terms.
Median Home Price
$405K
↑ 6% over the past yearChart shows the median closed sale price by month
Months of Supply
Estimated time to sell all listings at the current sales pace
6.5 months of supply
Ample Supply730 active listings, plenty of options to choose from.
What this means for buyers
There is more inventory than recent sales absorb, so buyers have plenty of options and stronger footing to negotiate price and terms. Listings typically sell in ~52 days.
Sales Velocity
How fast homes are selling
Homes take longer to sell here than in a balanced market, so buyers have more time to negotiate and explore options. The trend is moving the other way though, with selling times down 20% over the last six months.
Inventory Distribution
A solid share of current listings is under 30 days old, while a meaningful share has been up longer.
About 55% of current listings are under 30 days old, while the rest have been up longer.
Median Price by Bedroom
Larger homes command significantly higher prices, with sharp increases beyond 3 bedrooms.
Each additional bedroom adds about $148K in value on average, with larger homes seeing bigger price jumps.
Largest increase: 4 → 5 bedrooms (+$271K)
Price Reductions
307 listings have reduced their price
42% of active listings
Average reduction: 7.1% (~$29K)
Frequently Asked Questions about Homes for Sale in Kern County, CA
How many homes are for sale in Kern County, CA?
There are currently 730 homes for sale in Kern County, ranging from $79,000 to $3,500,000. 50 of them hit the market within the last week.
What is the median home price in Kern County?
The median list price in Kern County is $404,990. Price per square foot averages $942. Prices are up 5.8% compared to a year ago.
How fast do homes sell in Kern County?
Homes in Kern County currently average 52 days on the market, a slower pace that gives buyers more time to evaluate and negotiate.
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