$241,924Average Value$230Average Price per Sq Ft43Homes For Sale
Oildale is well known for the Oilfields in North Bakersfield.
Oil fields to the north and varying affordability
Head north from downtown Bakersfield across the Kern River and step into a region known for its oil fields. Kern River Oil Field is the northern backdrop of the neighborhood, spanning over 10,000-acres. Oildale’s reputation isn’t the best, but homes still sell in the area. “There’s varying affordability in Oildale. It can be good for investors and first-time homebuyers,” says Michael McCracken, who has been a Realtor for 18 years and owns properties in Oildale. “But there can be high crime, especially with drugs.” Community programs, such as Church Without Walls, do their best to help people in the area. “Oildale gets a bad rap, but there are hardworking people who are working hard to combat what’s going on,” says Pastor David Holt, who has been ministering for five years and leading the church for three. There are other organizations like Church Without Walls throughout Oildale, all aiming to lighten the load of residents.
There are several mobile home parks located throughout Oildale, Ca.
Mobile homes south and new construction north
With a median price of $210,000, homes in the neighborhood vary widely. To the south, there are private mobile home communities with units for under $100,000. Mobile homes in the area sometimes are boarded up and abandoned, but others are double-wide with new updates. To the west, the homes get a bit newer and the lots more uniform; east of Airport Drive, there are more cottages and compact bungalows, which can sell between $200,000 and $300,000. Homes tend to be close together, with little space in front and back yards. There are also duplexes scattered throughout the neighborhood, usually as ranch-style homes.
Catch the Golden Empire Transit from any number of bus stops throughout Oildale North.
Bakersfield public transportation through two routes
The Golden Empire Transit District bus route 22 enters Oildale and follows North Chester Avenue. Route 43 enters Oildale on Airport Drive before turning north on McCray Street. Both routes come through every 30 minutes. Meadows Field Airport borders the city to the west and offers both domestic and international flights.
Standard Elementary serves K - 5th grade levels in Oildale, Ca.
Standard education to the south and agricultural high school program
To the southeast, Standard Elementary, for kindergarten through fifth grade, and Standard Middle, for sixth through eighth grade, share a campus and athletic fields. Both schools receive a C-minus from Niche. Students can then attend North High School in the heart of Oildale. The school, which receives a B on Niche, spans four blocks with multiple facilities and has an agricultural program, special courses such as web design, and an independent study program for students who need extra help.
N. Chester Avenue has a lot of places to dine including Tacos La Villa.
Dining options along North Chester Avenue
Residents looking to eat out can grab a New York-style slice from Cataldo’s Pizzeria. The Sugar Mill serves breakfast all day, is open until nine and has quilted scenes of Oildale and Bakersfield decorating the walls. When it’s time for a grocery run, the Dulai Mini Mart or Walmart Neighborhood Market are both on North Chester Avenue.
North Beardsley Skate park is a where all the skaters go to brush up on thier tricks.
Kern River views and skate park
At the southern end of Oildale, Riverview Park sits beside its namesake community center. The park covers over 20 acres and has spots for picnics and pickup basketball games as well as a playground and view of the Kern River. North Beardsley Park has Oildale’s only skatepark, but it also has two softball fields and plenty of green space over 7 acres.
The Bakersfield Speedway is a small track that hosts several events throughout the year.
Speedway to the north and local ministering
For heart-pounding excitement, catch a frenzied race at the Bakersfield Speedway which has events lined up throughout the year beginning in March and ending in late November. Bakersfield itself has events throughout the year, including live concerts at the Bakersfield Music Hall of Fame. The Church Without Walls offers events throughout the week, including a weekly movie night on Friday, and a barbecue on Thursday while offering a shower ministry to those in need; including a shower trailer and hygiene kits. “It’s an opportunity to get to know the community more,” Holt says. “It can take a long time to get through to someone. Just knowing their name and sharing God’s light is a huge part.”
Important to Know
Kern County, which Oildale is a part, has been cited as having some of the worst air quality in the country by the American Lung Association. And with a backdrop of facilities like the Kern River Oil Field, residents can sometimes smell petroleum in the air.
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Parks in this Area
North Meadows Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Riverview Park
Standard Park
Beach Park
North Beardsley Park
McCray Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Sears Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Walking Paths
Transit
Airport
Meadows Field
13 min drive
Bus
North Chester & Decatur
Bus
North Chester & Roberts
Bus
North Sillect & Kern Regional Center
Bus
Decatur & Sequoia
Bus
Buck Owens & Sillect
Bus
North Sillect & Community School
Bus
Roberts & Chester
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Oildale
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oildale, Bakersfield sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Oildale, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $237,108, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
19,256
Median Age
34
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,853
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,225
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
72.5%
College Graduates
6.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.1%
% Population in Labor Force
44.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
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®
36/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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