Esteban Contreras

Responds Quickly

Bakersfield CA

Watson Realty

138 Closed Sales

$135M Total Value

$40K - $18.6M Price Range

$978K Average Price

Prior 5 years

About Esteban

Esteban Contreras is a Bakersfield based real estate professional and founder of Vanguard Realty Investments, bringing over a decade of experience in the industry. He began his career in 2015 selling residential real estate before being recruited by Marcus and Millichap, where he specialized in apartment and multifamily sales from 2017 to 2019 and earned the prestigious Rising Star award in 2019. In 2020, he co founded Central Valley Property Advisors CVPA, further expanding his presence in the multifamily investment space and advising clients on acquisitions and dispositions across the Central Valley. During his time at CVPA, Esteban helped facilitate over 150 million dollars in real estate transaction volume.

In 2025, Esteban launched Vanguard Realty Investments powered by Watson Realty to realign with his long term vision, focusing on large off market multifamily opportunities while continuing to serve clients in the luxury residential market. That same year, he earned the CoStar "Power Broker" award and Watson Realty’s "Circle of Excellence award", a reflection of his relentless work ethic, sharp market insight, and client first approach. He is committed to ensuring no opportunity and no client is left behind.

Home Types: MultiFamily, Commercial, Lot/Land, House, Manufactured

Languages Spoken: English, Spanish

Years of Experience: 11

Education: The school of hard knocks.

Transaction History

1 Year
2 Year
5 Year

Seller Deals
Total Deals	8
Total Value	$22,160,000
Average Sale Price	$2,770,000
Price Range	$130K - $18.6M

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	1
Total Value	$365,000
Average Sale Price	$365,000

Seller Deals
Total Deals	52
Total Value	$65,368,199
Average Sale Price	$1,257,081
Price Range	$48K - $18.6M

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	7
Total Value	$3,745,000
Average Sale Price	$535,000
Price Range	$150K - $1.2M

Seller Deals
Total Deals	127
Total Value	$128,114,697
Average Sale Price	$1,008,777
Price Range	$40K - $18.6M

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	11
Total Value	$6,852,000
Average Sale Price	$622,909
Price Range	$150K - $1.5M

5 Year View

Neighborhoods Esteban is Experienced In

Esteban's Active Listings

$1,250,000
- 4,866 Sq Ft
319 Holtby Rd

Bakersfield, CA
Excellent multi-family investment opportunity in the heart of Bakersfield's historic Oleander Tract! Situated on a massive 0.6-acre lot (26,136 sq ft), this unique residential income property features 8 character-rich buildings combining for a total of 7 units and 4,866 sq ft of living space.Built in 1930, the property contains the saught after oleander charm and immense value-add potential for

Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

$169,999
- Land
- 0.44 Acre
- $386,361 per Acre
217 Union Ave

Bakersfield, CA
Located on one of Bakersfield's most heavily trafficked streets, this nearly half-acre lot at 217 Union Avenue offers an exceptional opportunity for investors, developers, or entrepreneurs seeking high visibility and endless potential. Positioned in a prime corridor with easy access to downtown and major freeways, the property is surrounded by established businesses, retail centers, and transit

Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

$449,999
- 2,046 Sq Ft
1210 Oregon St

Bakersfield, CA
We are pleased to present a four unit multifamily property with strong value add potential, ideal for a first time buyer. The offering features spacious one bedroom one bath units that support consistent occupancy and long term rentability. One unit has been fully renovated with new flooring, fresh paint, creating a true move in ready unit. Ideal for an owner occupant looking to step into their

Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

Recently Sold

$18,600,000

Sold Dec 10, 2025
- 66,991 Sq Ft
1405 White Ln

Bakersfield, CA
- $278/SF
- 0 Days On Market
Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

$647,500

Sold Oct 24, 2025
- 5,160 Sq Ft
1820 Quincy St

Bakersfield, CA
- 7% Below List
- $125/SF
- 11 Days On Market
Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

$647,500

Sold Oct 24, 2025
- 5,160 Sq Ft
1840 Quincy St

Bakersfield, CA
- 7% Below List
- $125/SF
- 11 Days On Market
Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

$195,000

Sold Oct 24, 2025
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 882 Sq Ft
1880 Quincy St

Bakersfield, CA
- $221/SF
- 11 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $197K
Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

$1,050,000

Sold Jul 1, 2025
- 3,610 Sq Ft
2115 G St

Bakersfield, CA
- $291/SF
- 33 Days On Market
Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

$600,000

Sold Jul 1, 2025
- 2,400 Sq Ft
2117 G St

Bakersfield, CA
- 8% Below List
- $250/SF
- 33 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $596K
Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

$290,000

Sold Apr 2, 2025
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,514 Sq Ft
609 Patricia Ave

Bakersfield, CA
- $192/SF
- 8 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $299K
Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

$150,000

Sold Jan 1, 2025
- Land
- 6.15 Acre Lot
0 Hwy 190 Hwy

Unit MD24199511

Porterville, CA
- 85 Days On Market
Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

$125,000

Sold Dec 24, 2024
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,016 Sq Ft
4670 Cortina Dr

Lake Isabella, CA
- $123/SF
- 92 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $154K
Esteban Contreras Watson Realty

Awards and Designations

CoStar Power Broker 2025
Rising star Marcus & Millichap 2019

Other Experience

Distressed Properties, Foreclosures, Investments, Luxury Homes, Military Families, New Construction, Property Management, Senior Communities, Short Sales, Veteran Programs

Agent License: California #01975384

Esteban Contreras

(661) 490-9604

Watson Realty

Responds Quickly

(661) 490-9604

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Esteban Contreras

About Esteban

Transaction History

Seller Deals

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Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

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5 Year View

Neighborhoods Esteban is Experienced In

Esteban's Listings and Deals

Esteban's Active Listings

Recently Sold

Awards and Designations

Other Experience