12008 Palm Ave, Bakersfield, CA, 93312
About This Home
Welcome to this exceptional residence located in the highly desirable Country Rose neighborhood of Northwest Bakersfield. Situated on an expansive 0.41-acre lot, this beautifully maintained home offers approximately 3,040 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space featuring 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and a versatile floor plan ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.The residence showcases spacious living areas, abundant natural light, and timeless architectural character throughout. The well-appointed layout includes generous bedrooms, multiple gathering spaces, and flexible areas suitable for a home office, media room, or guest accommodations.Step outside to your private backyard retreat featuring a sparkling pool, mature landscaping, RV parking, and ample room for outdoor entertaining. The oversized lot provides both privacy and functionality, creating a rare opportunity in one of Northwest Bakersfield's most sought-after communities.All of this including PAID SOLAR!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1989
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,040
- Total interior livable area: 3,040 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 49620105
- Zoning: R-1
- Zoning description: R-1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Lot size: 0.41 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Car Garage,RV Access/Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Kern County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,943 | $47,316 |
| Home Insurance * | $247 | $2,964 |
| Property Taxes | $578 | $6,936 |
| Electricity | $651 | $7,822 |
| Total | $5,419 | $65,028 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | Price change | $769,900 |
| 2026-07-22 | Price change | $779,900 |
| 2026-07-13 | Price change | $789,900 |
| 2026-06-22 | Price change | $799,900 |
| 2026-06-16 | Price change | $819,900 |
| 2026-06-04 | Listed for sale | $829,900 |
| 2016-06-30 | Sold | $395,000 |
| 2016-04-22 | Price change | $399,900 |
| 2016-03-23 | Price change | $419,900 |
| 2016-02-25 | Price change | $429,900 |
| 2016-01-28 | Listed for sale | $439,900 |
| 2015-02-12 | Sold | $419,245 |
| 2007-11-12 | Sold | $400,000 |
| 2002-11-25 | Sold | $312,000 |
| 1994-09-26 | Sold | $274,000 |
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