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  • $291,000

    1218 Water St, Bakersfield, CA 93305

    3beds
    1,042sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1947
    7,840 Square Feet Lot
    $289,600 Zestimate®
    $279/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Modern countertopsStylish fixturesNew floorsUpdated fixturesDetached garage offers storageRecessed lighting
    Completely Revamped & Move-In Ready! This 3 bed, 1 bath charmer on Water St has been stripped down and rebuilt with today's buyer in mind. You'll love the brand-new kitchen with sleek cabinetry, modern countertops, and updated fixtures. The bathroom shines with fresh finishes, while new floors, recessed lighting, and stylish fixtures run throughout. Major $$$ improvements already done for you: roof replaced within the last 2 years, newer HVAC/AC system, and fresh interior & exterior paint. That means the big-ticket items are handled just bring your furniture. Detached garage offers storage or potential ADU opportunity. Centrally located near schools, parks, and quick freeway access. This isn't just another flip it's a fully reimagined home where all the expensive upgrades are DONE.
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    Listed by:

    Jesse Ramos Roman DRE #02198694 661-535-1895 JesseRamosSells@gmail.com,

    Dream Home Realty

    Source: Bakersfield AOR,MLS#: 202603218MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,042
      • Total interior livable area: 1,042 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: 1 Car Garage, RV Access/Parking
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 7,840 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 12603317
      • Zoning: R1
      • Zoning description: R1

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • Year built: 1947

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Bakersfield

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $279/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $73,961
      • Annual tax amount: $1,753
      • Date on market: 3/26/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 220 days

        Estimated market value

        $289,600

        $275,000 - $304,000

        $1,831/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/6/2026Price change$291,000+0.7%$279/sqft
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        3/26/2026Listed for sale$289,000-1.4%$277/sqft
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        3/23/2026Listing removed$293,000$281/sqft
        Source: Bakersfield AOR #202513722 Report a problem
        3/18/2026Price change$293,000-3.9%$281/sqft
        Source: Bakersfield AOR #202513722 Report a problem
        2/20/2026Listed for sale$305,000$293/sqft
        Source: Bakersfield AOR #202513722 Report a problem
        1/22/2026Pending sale$305,000$293/sqft
        Source: Bakersfield AOR #202513722 Report a problem
        12/22/2025Listed for sale$305,000+9.3%$293/sqft
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        10/16/2025Listing removed$279,000$268/sqft
        Source: Bakersfield AOR #202510086 Report a problem
        9/5/2025Listed for sale$279,000+74.4%$268/sqft
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        8/12/2025Sold$160,000+18.5%$154/sqft
        Source: Bakersfield AOR #202507891 Report a problem
        7/29/2025Pending sale$135,000$130/sqft
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        7/25/2025Price change$135,000-46%$130/sqft
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        7/14/2025Listed for sale$250,000$240/sqft
        Source: Bakersfield AOR #202507891 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,753 +2.8%$73,961 +2%
        2024$1,705 +3.5%$72,512 +2%
        2023$1,647 +5.5%$71,091 +2%
        2022$1,561 $69,698 +2%
        2021-- $68,332 +1%
        2020$1,428 +3.9%$67,633
        2019$1,375 +2.8%$67,633 +4%
        2018$1,338 +1.5%$65,009 +2%
        2017$1,319 +16.3%$63,735 +2%
        2016$1,134 +0.2%$62,487 +1.5%
        2015$1,132 +3%$61,550 +2%
        2014$1,100 $60,345 +0.5%
        2013-- $60,073 +26.8%
        2012$934 +0.3%$47,367
        2011$932 +9.8%$47,367 +16.3%
        2010$849 -19%$40,727 -29.1%
        2009$1,047 +3.7%$57,449 +2%
        2008$1,010 +1.8%$56,324 +2%
        2007$992 +4.9%$55,221 +2%
        2006$945 +3%$54,139 +2%
        2005$917 +2.9%$53,079
        2004$891 +5.8%$53,079 +1.9%
        2003$842 $52,107 +4%
        2002$842 +3.6%$50,085 +2%
        2001$813 $49,104
        2000-- $49,104
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 93305

        Getting around

        69 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        36 / 100
        Some Transit
        42 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Noble, Myra A.
        • Middle: Washington
        • High: East

        Source: Bakersfield AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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