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Property Description
Rarely does an opportunity like this come along! Enjoy 220 feet of private Kern River frontage on 5 fully usable acres, offering an exceptional blend of waterfront living, privacy, versatility, and endless possibilities. Valuable riparian water rights add to the property's appeal and long-term value. The home features a desirable split wing floor plan, dedicated office that could be converted into an additional bedroom, spacious laundry room with abundant storage, and an attached 3-car garage. Horse and ranch enthusiasts will appreciate the barn and finished pipe corrals, with ample room for horses, livestock, RVs, boats, recreational vehicles, gardens, and more. Take in stunning river views and enjoy direct river access from your own property, all while being conveniently located near Bakersfield amenities. Whether you're seeking a family estate, horse property, riverfront retreat, hobby farm, or investment opportunity, this property offers a lifestyle that is truly difficult to duplicate. Riverfront properties with this combination of usable acreage, water rights, equestrian amenities, and 220 feet of river frontage are exceptionally rare. Don't miss this incredible opportunity!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 11901 Kern River
General
- Price: $780,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: OC26177750
- Updated: 8/26/2026
- Added to Site: 12 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Central Vacuum, Granite Counters
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning, Wood Stove Insert
- Eating Areas: Dining Room, In Kitchen
- Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Individual Room
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In-Ground, Private
- Spa Description: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Open Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking: Garage (Single Door), Garage (Two Doors)
Location
- County: Kern
- Driving Directions: Round Mtn Rd to Choctaw Dr to Kern River Ave
School Information
- School District: Kern Union
Community
- Community Features: Biking, Hiking, Fishing, Mountainous, Stable(s)
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Other, See Remarks
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Construction: Concrete, Ducts Professionally Air-Sealed, Drywall Walls
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Location: 1
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 2,554
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1978
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Barn(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: Pasture, Mountain(s), River, Pool, Panoramic
- Lot Size (Acres): 5
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 217,800
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Description: 2-5 Units/Acre
- Fencing (Description): Livestock, Pipe
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $305.4
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Side, Inc, Ashish Gupta
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Schools
Schools serving 11901 Kern River
School Districts:Bakersfield City Elementary School District, Kern Union High School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary School 5501 Thorner Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306 | K-6 | 3.5 mi |
Chipman Junior High School 2905 Eissler Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306 | 7-8 | 4.6 mi |
North High School, Bakersfield, CA 300 Galaxy Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308 | 9-12 | 8.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 11901 Kern River
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/14/2026
Listed
$780,000
77.27%
MLS
8/10/2015
Sold
$440,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 11901 Kern River
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,977
—
$531,280
2%
2025
$5,977
5%
$520,864
2%
2023
$5,719
—
$510,652
2%
2023
$5,719
2%
$500,640
2%
2022
$5,610
2%
$490,825
2%
2021
$5,491
1%
$481,202
1%
2020
$5,462
2%
$476,269
2%
2019
$5,343
2%
$466,931
2%
2018
$5,256
1%
$457,776
2%
2017
$5,209
10%
$448,800
2%
2016
$4,747
2%
$440,000
3%
2015
$4,636
3%
$428,457
2%
2014
$4,484
-2%
$420,065
—
2013
$4,557
—
$418,168
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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11901 Kern River, Bakersfield, CA 93308 (MLS# OC26177750) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 11901 Kern River is currently listed for $780,000 and was received on August 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 11901 Kern River? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bakersfield? You can browse all Bakersfield real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

