Name: Bakersfield
Address: Bakersfield

About the neighborhood

Bakersfield in Kern County offers a relaxed atmosphere with over 50 nearby parks like Belle Terrace Park and Mesa Marin Ball Diamonds, providing ample green space and tranquility. Residents find easy access to more than 900 restaurants and coffee shops, along with convenient shopping options on Eye Street and multiple supermarkets close by. The area includes a balanced mix of primarily two- and three-bedroom single detached homes and duplexes, with diverse housing from mid-20th century and modern constructions. With about 20 bus lines and straightforward car travel featuring plentiful parking and proximity to highways like Westside Pkwy, getting around is convenient. Both public and private primary and secondary schools are readily accessible throughout the neighborhood.

Characteristics

Transportation

Getting around as a pedestrian is rather feasible for home buyers in Bakersfield; most daily needs are easy to meet without a vehicle. However, this census county division is not particularly appropriate for bicycling because there are few bike lanes. Thankfully, the terrain is fairly flat. Bakersfield is a very good census county division for traveling by car. It is easy to park, and most real estate listings are a rather short drive from the closest highway, such as Westside Pkwy. On the other hand, the public transit in Bakersfield is rather poor. Nonetheless, residents are served by about 20 bus lines, and it is very convenient to get to a nearby bus stop from most homes.

Services

In Bakersfield, locals will typically be able to access primary as well as high schools as pedestrians. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. When it comes to eating, it is very often possible for house buyers in this census county division to shop for groceries without a car. Eye Street is among the best streets for food stores. Additionally, Bakersfield is a fairly good place in which to eat out, and a limited selection of coffee shops is available as well.

Character

Bakersfield offers a slower-paced environment and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This area is very quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. Lastly, numerous locations within the census county division have reasonably good access to parks, such as Kern County Fairgrounds and Rattlesnake Canyon, since many homes for sale have one around the corner and there are over 200 green spaces close by for residents to unwind in.

Car friendly8.0

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly4.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.6

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly2.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.6

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries7.6

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance