Why Live in Lamont
Lamont is an agricultural town located 10 miles south of Bakersfield, known for its extensive farm fields producing grapes, almonds, pistachios, and carrots. The town's Main Street serves as the hub for dining and shopping, featuring local favorites like Carnitas Uruapan for fresh bread and meats, Neveria y Antojitos Las Tapatia's for desserts, Rusty’s Pizza Parlor, Root Beer King with its 1950s diner vibe, and Mariscos Las Islitas for seafood-inspired Mexican cuisine. Residents enjoy various things to do, including visiting Lamont Park with its outdoor pool, playground, and basketball courts, and Bear Mountain Recreation Center, which offers similar amenities along with athletic fields and community events like a Christmas Parade and an Easter Egg Hunt. The town's residential areas feature ranch-style houses and bungalows with yard spaces ranging from a quarter-acre to larger estates on 1 to 3 acres. Lamont Elementary School District and Kern High School District serve the local students, with Arvin High School receiving a high rating. For transportation, California State Route 184 runs through Lamont, and the Bakersfield Amtrak station is conveniently located 10 miles north. The crime rate in Lamont is lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal as a quiet, community-focused neighborhood.
Home Trends in Lamont, CA
On average, homes in Lamont, CA sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Lamont, CA over the last 12 months is $264,500, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$264,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$268,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$265,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$239
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median List Price
$275,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
22%