$559,443Average Value$217Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Gated golf course communities in northwest Bakersfield
In the center of northwest Bakersfield, San Trope is a collection of gated communities that ring the public Links at RiverLakes Ranch golf course. The area has a lush feel, as the community's bisected by the Friant-Kern and Calloway Canals, and many homes have views of the course's fairways and lakes. “You have a nice variety of differently sized homes for different budgets,” says William Gordon, who’s sold homes here since 2007 and is the team lead of the Gordon Team at Watson Realty. “There are great schools, and it’s in close proximity to shopping and dining.” The neighborhood's surrounded by several shopping centers, and the Northwest Promenade mall is nearby. Rosedale Highway is within a mile, leading 7 miles to downtown Bakersfield.
Three communities with different price points
Each of San Trope's three gated communities offers a tropical resort feel, with palm trees, fairway views and Mediterranean-style single-family homes built between the early 2000s and late 2010s. Common features of homes include terracotta-tiled roofs, stucco exteriors and arched doorways, as well as painted-clay tile details. Attached garages and driveways are standard, and open, well-paved streets are generally lined with narrow sidewalks.
In Bellagio, single-story homes have two to three-bedrooms in layouts of 1,400 to 2,000 square feet, and don't have much room for landscaping. "These attract 55-plus homebuyers because they have little to no yards,” says Judy Miller, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Preferred Realtors who’s sold homes here for 26 years. Homes in Bellagio range from $350,000 and $450,000, depending on size, and monthly homeowners association fees of $190 to $210 cover community amenities like a shared pool.
“Homes in Legends tend to be larger with central courtyards and a separate guest house called 'casitas,'" Miller continues. "These separate living spaces can be used for adult children, in-laws or as a private office." The houses in Legends rarely come on the market, and the one listing in the past year had an asking price of around $600,000.
The Islands community offers large custom homes between 3,000 and 3,800 square feet that sit on lots between a quarter to a third of an acre. Prices range from $700,000 to $950,000, depending on a home's amenities, and additional monthly HOA fees of $80 to $160 cover security.
San Trope boasts a secure, fully gated community in Bakersfield.
San Trope's homes rest amidst golf courses and lakes.
Beautiful single-family homes adorn San Trope's streets.
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Golf lessons at The Links at RiverLakes Ranch
The Links at RiverLakes Ranch golf course sits in the community’s center. “It’s a public course,” Gordon says, “so you can have golf course living where you take your own cart to the clubhouse, and you don’t need to pay for a membership.” Residents who choose to become members, though, get unlimited access to the course and can sign up for private instruction. The course's Junior Golf Academy teaches kids how to play and compete. Nearby, there are several parks with playgrounds and sports fields, including the 8-acre RiverLakes Ranch Park, which also has a community center with an indoor gym.
San Trope's golf course is at residents' front doors.
Residents of San Trope can indulge in the excitement of a shooting range.
Locals can enjoy golf every day in San Trope!
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The Links at Riverlakes Ranch Golf Course is steps from San Trope residents' homes.
Glow Ball Golf Tournament at The Links at RiverLakes Ranch
Members of the RiverLakes Ranch Golf Club can participate in events like the annual RiverLakes Amateur Championship and the Glow Ball Golf Tournament, where golfers play in the dark with glowing golf balls. The Links Grill has food specials for holidays like Independence Day and Mother’s Day. Residents can also head downtown for popular events like VillageFest, an annual beer and wine festival at the Kern County Museum.
Fairway views at The Links Grill
The Links Grill in the golf course’s clubhouse serves breakfast and lunch sandwiches overlooking the 18th hole. The neighborhood's Plaza at Riverlakes shopping center has several more restaurants, like the family-owned Old River Grill, serving American comfort food in a diner atmosphere. Social House Kitchen and Bar offers bar food and cocktails and has sports games on TV. The nearby Northwest Promenade has big-box stores like Target and The Home Depot, and national retailers like Ulta Beauty. Nearby grocery stores include Save Mart, Albertsons and WinCo Foods, and residents can also pick up fresh produce from the weekly Riverlakes Farmers Market at Centennial High.
Social House Kitchen & Bar near San Trope is a great spot to enjoy a nice dinner with friends.
Locals enjoy Mexican cuisine at Mesa's Grill near San Trope.
Save Mart provides residents of San Trope with fresh products and daily essentials.
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We the People at Centennial High
Local kids can start school at Endeavor Elementary, which earns a B-plus from Niche, and then attend the A-minus-rated Fruitvale Junior High. At the A-minus-rated Centennial High, students can participate in We the People, a team that competes in mock congressional hearings to demonstrate their knowledge of the United States Constitution; in 2024, the team traveled to Washington, DC, to compete in the national competition. Other student activities include the Engineering Club, the Thriftcyle Club and the Golden Chords.
Kids enjoy learning in the inspiring atmosphere of William B. Bimat Elementary School.
Centennial High School has great academic and athletic opportunities for students.
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Near Rosedale Highway
Rosedale Highway is around a mile away and Golden State Highway is 3 miles away; both lead 7 miles to downtown Bakersfield. The Golden Empire Transit bus makes stops on Hageman Road. Bike lanes make the area friendly for cyclists, and sidewalks here are used more for walking the dog than going to nearby amenities. Bakersfield Family Medical Center has primary and urgent care nearby, and Dignity Health Mercy Hospital Southwest is 5 miles away. Meadows Field Airport is a 6-mile trip.
Top-ranked for air pollution
In the American Lung Association’s 2024 State of the Air Report, Bakersfield claimed the top spot for the highest annual particle air pollution in the United States. The surrounding mountains trap pollution from the Bay Area and nearby oil refineries over the city. Residents can download the IQAir AirVisual App to monitor daily air quality.
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Parks in this Area
Madison Grove Park
Coffee Rd Dog Park
Olive Park West
RiverLakes Ranch Community Park
Emerald Cove Park
Almondale Park
Transit
Airport
Meadows Field
15 min drive
Bus
Hageman & Drakes Passage
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
San Trope
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in San Trope, Bakersfield sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in San Trope, Bakersfield over the last 12 months is $534,718, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Spanish-style home on the golf course in a highly desirable neighborhood. Featuring a spacious split-wing layout and a 3rd car garage that can be converted into an ADU or flex room, this home has great bones and endless potential. Motivated seller - don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!
Beautifully maintained home in the highly desirable, gated community of The Legends at Riverlakes Golf Course! 2,336 sq. ft. of living space, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom residence offers a thoughtfully designed split-wing layout, providing both privacy & functionality. The spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet & a luxurious custom shower. Throughout the home, you'll appreciate the
ONE of a kind property located in the gated community of: LEGENDS at Riverlakes Golf Course! This stunning masterpiece has an immaculate view of the Golf Course! This home features high ceilings, plantation shutters, ceiling fans throughout, all sitting on an open split-wing floor plan. This property offers 4-bedrooms, plus office, 2.5-bathrooms, a large open formal living area plus a separate
Discover this stunning 2-bedroom + office, 2-bathroom home in a highly sought-after gated community. Built by Bellagio, this residence features high ceilings, an open-concept layout, and plenty of natural light. Enjoy access to a community pool and take advantage of the home's prime location near a golf course and top rated schools. This is the perfect opportunity for those seeking comfort,
Elegant Home in the Gated Legends Community this stunning with 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a 3-car tandem garage, designed with an open-concept layout. The home features a spacious great room with a fireplace, a formal dining area, crown molding and a generously sized kitchen complete with an island, stainless steel appliances, and breakfast nook used as an office area. The indoor laundry room
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
818
Median Age
45
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$191,215
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$208,081
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
College Graduates
60.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%
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®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
20/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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