Why Live in Inyokern
Inyokern is a small, rural desert town in Kern County with a population of around 960. Known for its natural beauty and remote location, it is situated 90 miles east of Bakersfield and 10 miles from Ridgecrest. The town features a variety of home styles, including bungalows, manufactured homes, and ranch-style houses, many of which offer views of the Sierra Nevada. Homes in the northern part of Inyokern are often on multiacre lots, while those closer to downtown are on smaller, fenced lots with landscaped yards. Inyokern has a lower crime rate compared to the national average. The town offers several recreational options, such as hiking and off-roading at Indian Wells Canyon and access to the Pacific Crest Trail via the Walker Pass Trailhead. Inyokern County Park provides a picnic pavilion, basketball court, and shaded playground. The local schools include Inyokern Elementary, Murray Middle School, and the highly rated Burroughs High School. The retail district on West Inyokern Road includes local restaurants like Classic Burgers and Five Fingers Pub, as well as shops like Mari's Boutique And Thrift. For groceries, residents typically travel to Albertsons in Ridgecrest. Inyokern also has a small regional airport, with the nearest major airport being Meadows Field Airport in Bakersfield.
Home Trends in Inyokern, CA
On average, homes in Inyokern, CA sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Inyokern, CA over the last 12 months is $325,000, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$320,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$237
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median List Price
$322,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%