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Lake of the Woods

Lake of the Woods

Rural Neighborhood in Pine Mountain Club, California

Kern County 93225

$422,467 Average Value
$252 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

An alpine oasis in Cuddy Canyon

Yearning for fresh air and wide-open spaces? Take a look at Lake of the Woods, a small, unincorporated area is nestled in Cuddy Canyon within the Los Padres National Forest. “Once you get off the freeway and get past Frazier Park, this area becomes very scenic. Lake of the Woods sits at a higher elevation than Frazier Park. Many of the homes are on pillars and have great views,” says Tanner Brown, a local Realtor with Jennings Realty. Although it looks and feels like a remote alpine retreat, Lake of the Woods is close to shopping and restaurants. Bakersfield is nearby. When the community was first established in 1925, it was named for a local reservoir. Unfortunately, the reservoir’s dam burst in 1962, so while the name still exists, the lake is long gone. Today, with a population under 1,000, neighbors in the community are close. Life is quiet and peaceful. “Lake of the Woods is very small and the neighbors all know each other and watch out for one another,” says Brown.

Welcome home to sweeping mountain views

Prices in Lake of the Woods range from about $80,000 for a two-bedroom manufactured home to around $800,000 for a 3,300 square foot, five-bedroom home on 5 acres. Architectural styles in the area varied, expect to find ranch-style, modern Craftsman, log cabins, chalets and Tudors. Homes tend to sit back from the road on large lots. Most homes in Lake of the Woods have sweeping views of the mountains and valley. This is a rural community, so there are no sidewalks. The neighborhood is car dependent.

Homes perched on a ridge, offering breathtaking valley views in Lake of the Woods.
Homes perched on a ridge, offering breathtaking valley views in Lake of the Woods.
Front gabled contemporary ranch  home in Lake of the woods.
Front gabled contemporary ranch home in Lake of the woods.
Light green Queen Anne style home with a ranch in Lake of the Woods.
Light green Queen Anne style home with a ranch in Lake of the Woods.
Renovated Crafstman Style home with solar panels in Lake of the woods.
Renovated Crafstman Style home with solar panels in Lake of the woods.
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Learning in Lake of the Woods

Frazier Park Elementary School serves students in kindergarten through Grade 4 and has a B-minus rating as well and a student-teacher ratio of 19-1. El Tejon Elementary School serves students in Grades 5 through 8 and has a C-plus rating. The school has a 21-1 student-teacher ratio. Frazier Mountain High School has a B-minus and a 21-1 student-teacher ratio. Students at the school participate in a variety of athletic and academic clubs including Viva! Spanish Club and Future Farmers of America.

Parks, playgrounds and peaks

When one’s home is in the middle of a 1.75-million protected forest, there's plenty to keep outdoor enthusiasts occupied. Hiking, hunting, mountain biking, camping and off-roading are all popular on the scenic trails that seem to go on forever. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are popular winter activities. Wildlife lovers will enjoy catching glimpses of deer, rabbits, hawks, eagles, and owls. Families will enjoy spending time at nearby Frazier Mountain Park. Just a short 3-mile drive away, this 28-acre park has a skate park, baseball fields, a playground and natural spring where the people enjoy going fishing.

Trail sign pointing the way to multiple trailheads in Lake of the Woods.
Trail sign pointing the way to multiple trailheads in Lake of the Woods.
Girl Scout Camp Lakota in the natural beauty of Cuddy Valley, Lake of the Woods.
Girl Scout Camp Lakota in the natural beauty of Cuddy Valley, Lake of the Woods.
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Stores and more in Lake of the Woods

When you need essentials or other goods, there are two convenience stores, a pizza parlor and a service station in Lake of the Woods. Nearby Frazier Park has several retail shops including a pharmacy and a hardware store. Frazier Park Market is a small but well-stocked grocery store. Eleven miles west is Pine Mountain Village Center, which offers amenities such as a gym and automotive center. Hungry? Start your day with a coffee and Danish from Vibrant Life Organic Market in Frazier Park. Stop in at Mike’s Pizza Co. in Lake of the Woods for a mountain calzone or a specialty pizza.

Mountain View Mini Mart, your convenient stop in Lake of the Woods.
Mountain View Mini Mart, your convenient stop in Lake of the Woods.
Enjoy delicious pizza at Mike's Pizza Co in Lake of the Woods.
Enjoy delicious pizza at Mike's Pizza Co in Lake of the Woods.
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Event and activities in Cuddy Canyon

In July, Pine Mountain Club holds its Wine in the Pines celebration. Sample wines and cuisine from dozens of wineries while enjoying the outdoors and listening to music. In August, Frazier Park hosts Fiesta Days, three days of family entertainment, featuring live music, logging competitions and local food.

Getting around Lake of the Woods

Frazier Mountain Park Road, which runs east-west, is the primary thoroughfare through the neighborhood. Access to Interstate 5 is 7 miles from the community. Los Angeles is 73 miles away while Bakersfield is 46 miles. Meadows Field Airport is 48 miles away. Kern Regional Transit provides bus service to nearby towns. Connections to Bakersfield can be made in Frazier Park. Amtrak service is available from Bakersfield to other points.

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Schools

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Lake of the Woods US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$415,000
Median Single Family Price
$400,000
Median Townhouse Price
$1,525,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$252
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
73
Months of Supply
1.80
Median List Price
$412,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
583
Median Year Built
1979
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,643
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,520
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,672

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,785
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.8%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$55,975
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,089

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
80.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.7%
% Population in Labor Force
50.6%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
13''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
6''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

5 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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