Pending

$160,000

503 Van Buren St, Taft, CA 93268

3beds

1,111sqft

$1,141/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1957

6,969 Square Feet Lot

$154,700 Zestimate^®

$144/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Convenient alley accessDetached garageGenerously sized lotLong drivewayCovered carport

Opportunity awaits! This home is ready for a new owner to bring their vision and personal touches. Offering approximately 1,111 square feet, the layout feels much larger than the stated square footage. Situated on a generously sized lot, the property features a detached garage, covered carport, long driveway, and additional RV or trailer parking. Convenient alley access provides added flexibility and functionality. The fully fenced front and backyard offer space for pets, gardening, entertaining, or future improvements. With plenty of potential and room to make it your own, this property is a great opportunity for investors, first-time buyers, or anyone looking for a project with upside.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Cooling

Evaporative Cooling

Features

Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,111
Total interior livable area: 1,111 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: 1 Car Garage, Carport, Open, RV Access/Parking
Garage spaces: 1
Has carport: Yes
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 6,969 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 19909105
Zoning: R1
Zoning description: R1
Special conditions: Probate Listing

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Condition

Year built: 1957

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Townsite Of Ford

Location

Region: Taft

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $144/sqft
Tax assessed value: $114,941
Annual tax amount: $4,231
Date on market: 6/3/2026
Cumulative days on market: 32 days

Estimated market value

$154,700

$147,000 - $162,000

$1,633/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/17/2026	Pending sale	$160,000$144/sqft
Source: Bakersfield AOR #202605960 Report a problem
6/26/2026	Listed for sale	$160,000$144/sqft
Source: Bakersfield AOR #202605960 Report a problem
6/8/2026	Pending sale	$160,000$144/sqft
Source: Bakersfield AOR #202605960 Report a problem
6/8/2026	Listed for sale	$160,000$144/sqft
Source: Bakersfield AOR #202605960 Report a problem
6/6/2026	Pending sale	$160,000$144/sqft
Source: Bakersfield AOR #202605960 Report a problem
6/3/2026	Listed for sale	$160,000+300%$144/sqft
Source: Bakersfield AOR #202605960 Report a problem
12/31/2008	Sold	$40,000-74.5%$36/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/24/2008	Listing removed	$157,000$141/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker** #28007191 Report a problem
4/27/2008	Listed for sale	$157,000$141/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker** #28007191 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,231 +2.9%	$114,941 +2%
2024	$4,112 +5.8%	$112,688 +2%
2023	$3,885 +4.9%	$110,479 +2%
2022	$3,703	$108,314 +2%
2021	--	$106,191 +1%
2020	$3,433 +1.2%	$105,103
2019	$3,394 +1.9%	$105,103 +4%
2018	$3,332 +2%	$101,023 +2%
2017	$3,267 -0.7%	$99,043 +3.2%
2016	$3,290 +5.6%	$96,000 +6.7%
2015	$3,117 +201.1%	$90,000 +87.5%
2014	$1,035	$48,000
2013	--	$48,000 -47.6%
2012	$1,469 +3.6%	$91,521 +2%
2011	$1,418 +0.7%	$89,728 +0.8%
2010	$1,408 -1.4%	$89,059 -0.2%
2009	$1,428 +8.6%	$89,272 +1.7%
2008	$1,315 +2.1%	$87,818 +2%
2007	$1,288 +1.6%	$86,097 +2%
2006	$1,267 +2%	$84,410 +2%
2005	$1,243 +0.8%	$82,756
2004	$1,232 +3.3%	$82,756 +1.9%
2003	$1,193	$81,240 +4%
2002	$1,193 +8%	$78,087 +2%
2001	$1,105	$76,557
2000	--	$76,557

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 93268

Getting around

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

1/10
Jefferson Elementary School
Grades: K-3Distance: 0.3 mi
3/10
Lincoln Junior High School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
4/10
Taft Union High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Roosevelt_Taft
Middle: Lincoln
High: Taft

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