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Amberton

Amberton

Suburban Neighborhood in Bakersfield, California

Kern County 93309

$431,606 Average Value
$243 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Surrounded by fairways and country clubs

With the refined atmosphere of a high-end leisure club, Amberton is a longstanding neighborhood connected to the heart of Bakersfield. Surrounded by low-lying fairways full of history, Amberton exuberates class between two country clubs – the Stockdale and the Sundale. These established golf courses have been cornerstones of the community for over 70 years, and Amberton is no different. "Years ago, these clubs were started by oil and farmers," says Cecilia Clark, Broker Associate at Emerge Real Estate, who has sold homes in Bakersfield for over 17 years. "We have several country clubs here. One's oil, one's farmers, one's new money, and one's extremely old money. We used to produce 10% of the nation's oil, and we are known for our carrots and almonds."

An elevated view shows the layout of the Amberton neighborhood.
An elevated view shows the layout of the Amberton neighborhood.
Amberton is a neighborhood located in Bakersfield.
Amberton is a neighborhood located in Bakersfield.
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Golfing at Stockdale and Sundale

Amberton is a golfer’s paradise with two local country clubs, separated only by a few residential streets. After 90 years of operation, the Stockdale Country Club remains one of the most prosperous in the region, with tennis facilities and a well-manicured golf course. The Sundale Country Club is a semi-private, 18-hole golf course with an event center and a well-known restaurant. In the center of the neighborhood, Amberton Park has two playground structures and a picnic shelter by a field filled with trees and white clovers that bloom in spring. Sportsplex Bakersfield is a vast soccer facility with turf fields. Sportsplex also has courts for tennis, pickleball and basketball with programs for all ages.

Sportsplex Bakersfield is the largest indoor/outdoor sports complex, located next to Amberton.
Sportsplex Bakersfield is the largest indoor/outdoor sports complex, located next to Amberton.
Amberton residents can play a ground of golf at the Sundale Country Club.
Amberton residents can play a ground of golf at the Sundale Country Club.
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1970s ranch-style and Craftsman homes

Like most of the neighborhood's residential areas developed in the 1970s, Amberton features well-maintained contemporary and ranch-style homes. Most houses are over 1,500 square feet, sprawled out on properties with occasional in-ground pools. With older construction, Amberton combines traditional and classic California-style architecture with a blend of brick and stucco siding. Home prices typically start around $350,000 and reach up to $600,000. Contemporary Craftsman homes range from $385,000 to $525,000, while ranch-style homes cost around $415,000 to $560,000.

Homes in Amberton have trimmed lawns and elaborate landscaping that often features trees.
Homes in Amberton have trimmed lawns and elaborate landscaping that often features trees.
Most homes in Amberton are original builds with older characteristics.
Most homes in Amberton are original builds with older characteristics.
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Shopping at The Marketplace

The Marketplace is an outdoor shopping plaza less than 2 miles west with red-tile walkways and a column-lined corridor that leads to 47 stores, including jewelry shops, restaurants and the Regal Edwards movie theater. Colonial Square is a nearby strip mall with Asian eateries, salons and a music shop. Lengthwise serves burgers and craft beer in a pub with industrial décor. Old River Grill is a brunch place with a covered patio lined with well-trimmed hedges. The Petroleum Club is a fine dining establishment at the Sundale Country Club overlooking the golf course. Vons is at The Marketplace, and Grocery Outlet is a discount supermarket on Ming Avenue.

Asian Vegan Bistro in Laurelglen and near Amberton serves up delicious Asian cuisine.
Asian Vegan Bistro in Laurelglen and near Amberton serves up delicious Asian cuisine.
Grocery Outlet offers fresh produce and home goods at bargain price for Amberton residents.
Grocery Outlet offers fresh produce and home goods at bargain price for Amberton residents.
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Music by the fountain

Concerts by the Fountain is a summer concert series that sings a different tune. The Marketplace is a premier shopping plaza with a prominent fountain fixture. On Thursdays in July and August, people flood the parking lot by the fountain to dance and socialize with live music such as classic rock, R&B and reggae.

Elective courses at Bakersfield High School

Panama-Buena Vista Union school district serves over 19,000 students across Bakersfield. Stockdale Elementary School earns a B-plus grade. O.J. Actis Junior High School maintains a B-minus and offers extracurricular activities like student government and intramural sports. Bakersfield High School receives a B-plus with the most elective courses in the Kern High School District. Potential electives include beginning guitar and ceramics.

Parents wait to pick their kids up after class at Bakersfield High School.
Parents wait to pick their kids up after class at Bakersfield High School.
Laurelglen Elementary School near Amberton is part of the Panama-Buena Vista School District.
Laurelglen Elementary School near Amberton is part of the Panama-Buena Vista School District.
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Flying to LAX

Amberton is a car-dependent neighborhood, well-located on a main road away from the bustle of the highway. The Golden Empire Transit (GET) provides public transportation to Bakersfield, and there are two bus stops nearby on Ming Avenue, a main thoroughfare that reaches the highway. State Route 99 runs north to downtown and south to Interstate 5. The Bakersfield Amtrak station is a main route on the San Joaquins line, which reaches other Central Valley cities like Stockton and Modesto. Los Angeles is roughly 113 miles south of Bakersfield. Meadows Field Airport is Bakersfield's primary airport, offering short passenger flights to the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Poor air quality in Bakersfield

Because of the prevalence of the agriculture and petroleum industries, Bakersfield has historically encountered high levels of pollution and poor air quality. However, steps are being taken to mitigate the situation, like air monitoring and forecasting from the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Meadows Field

22 min drive

Bus

Ming & El Portal

Bus

Ming & Ashe

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Amberton US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$440,000
Median Single Family Price
$439,995
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$243
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Months of Supply
3.50
Median List Price
$439,999
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
493
Median Year Built
1978
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,838
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
4,162
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,527
Median Age
38
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$92,187
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,991

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.6%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.8%
% Population in Labor Force
64%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
6''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
98°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

27 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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