35 homes in near Rafer Johnson Childrens Center
Homes for Sale near Rafer Johnson Childrens Center
Bakersfield, CA
About Homes near Rafer Johnson Childrens Center
About Bakersfield: Rafer Johnson Childrens Center is located in Bakersfield. Bakersfield is a city in and the county seat of Kern County, California, United States. The city covers about 151 sq mi (390 km2) near the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley, which is located in the Central Valley region.
These are homes for sale within about 2 miles of Rafer Johnson Childrens Center in Bakersfield. The area around the school has 35 active listings.
Rafer Johnson Childrens Center Area Market Pulse
Topfind Market Read
The picture is mixed here. The typical home sells in about 32 days, yet 40% of sellers have trimmed their asking price, and supply sits at 5.8 months, roughly in step with demand, so neither side holds a clear advantage. Realistic pricing wins for sellers, and patient, prepared buyers can secure fair terms.
Median Home Price
$315K
↓ 3% 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
5.8 months of supply
Balanced Supply35 active listings currently on the market.
What this means for buyers
Supply and demand are roughly in step, with a steady flow of options and no glut. Listings typically sell in ~32 days.
Sales Velocity
How fast homes are selling
Homes are selling at a steady pace, so buyers have some time, though competition still exists. Homes are moving 40% faster than six months ago.
Inventory Distribution
Most current listings are under 30 days old, so the mix skews toward fresh inventory.
Housing Tenure in Rafer Johnson Childrens Center Area
Homeownership is near the state average, with a balanced mix of owners and renters.
60%
Homeowners
40%
Renters
Homeownership is 4.5 points higher than the California average (55.5%)
127,626 households (2023)
Median Price by Bedroom
Larger homes command significantly higher prices, with sharp increases beyond 3 bedrooms.
Each additional bedroom adds about $98K in value on average, with larger homes seeing bigger price jumps.
Largest increase: 4 → 6 bedrooms (+$169K)
Price Reductions
14 listings have reduced their price
40% of active listings
Average reduction: 7.8% (~$25K)
Rafer Johnson Childrens Center Area Market Overview
Rafer Johnson Childrens Center is part of the Bakersfield City district. Listings on this page are selected by distance to Rafer Johnson Childrens Center, not by a confirmed attendance boundary. Confirm enrollment with the district. The median list price in the Rafer Johnson Childrens Center area is $315,000. That runs roughly 27.6% lower than Bakersfield as a whole. Current inventory stands at 35 active listings. February to July saw the median price go from $265,000 to $307,000, up about 15.8%.
Explore Nearby Cities
Browse homes for sale in cities near Bakersfield
Nearby Schools
Frequently Asked Questions about Homes near Rafer Johnson Childrens Center
How many homes are for sale in Rafer Johnson Childrens Center Area, CA?
There are currently 35 homes for sale in Rafer Johnson Childrens Center Area, ranging from $149,000 to $750,000. 3 of them hit the market within the last week.
What is the median home price in Rafer Johnson Childrens Center Area?
The median list price in Rafer Johnson Childrens Center Area is $315,000. Price per square foot averages $248. Prices are down 2.6% compared to a year ago.
How fast do homes sell in Rafer Johnson Childrens Center Area?
Homes in Rafer Johnson Childrens Center Area currently average 32 days on the market, a steady pace.
Browse Homes by City
Explore real estate in popular California communities.