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Property Description
Approximately 18.73 acres of vacant land located along Taft Highway with close proximity to Interstate 5 at the Taft Hwy exit. This flat and usable parcel offers strong visibility, access, and exposure to consistent vehicle traffic in a growing commercial corridor of Kern County.
Positioned near existing travel-oriented uses and local attractions, the property is well suited for a variety of potential development opportunities including highway commercial uses such as fuel station, travel center, retail, hospitality, and related uses (buyer to verify zoning and permitted uses with Kern County).
Utilities are located nearby along Taft Highway, providing potential for future connection (buyer to verify availability and capacity). Its location near a major freeway interchange supports accessibility and long-term development potential.
Buyer to conduct their own investigations regarding zoning, land use, utilities, and all aspects of development.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 20638 Taft
General
- Price: $3,000,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Lots/Land
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: CV26068399
- Updated: 3/30/2026
- Days on Market: 3 days
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Location
- Area: BKSF - Bakersfield
- County: Kern
- Development Name: BKSF - Bakersfield
- Driving Directions: Cross Street: Taft Hwy & I-5
Utilities
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Water Available, See Remarks, Electricity Available
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s)
- Lot Size (Acres): 18.73
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 815,878.8
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Present Use: Unimproved
- Potential Use: Industrial, See Remarks, Agricultural, Commercial
- Zoning: A-1
- Lot Description: Street Lights
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $3.68
Listed by Keller Williams Realty College Park, Rainer Pedraz
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Schools
Schools serving 20638 Taft
School Districts:Panama-Buena Vista Union Elementary School District, Kern Union High School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Buena Vista Elementary School, Bakersfield, CA 6547 Buena Vista Road, Bakersfield, CA 93311 | K-6 | 6.1 mi |
Earl Warren Junior High School 4615 Mountain Vista Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311 | 7-8 | 7.1 mi |
Independence High School 8001 Old River Road, Bakersfield, CA 93311 | 9-12 | 7 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 20638 Taft
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/30/2026
Listed
$3,000,000
275%
MLS
2/02/2017
Sold
$800,000
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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 20638 Taft
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$11,267
1%
$983,502
2%
2023
$11,123
—
$964,218
2%
2023
$11,123
4%
$945,312
2%
2022
$10,701
1%
$926,777
2%
2021
$10,620
1%
$908,606
1%
2020
$10,554
1%
$899,290
2%
2019
$10,428
5%
$881,657
2%
2018
$9,937
506%
$864,370
507%
2017
$1,640
7%
$142,478
2%
2016
$1,529
—
$139,685
2%
2015
$1,525
5%
$137,587
2%
2014
$1,449
—
$134,892
—
2013
$1,449
—
$134,283
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 20638 Taft
20638 Taft, Bakersfield, CA 93311 (MLS# CV26068399) is a Lots/Land property with a lot size of 18.7300 acres. 20638 Taft is currently listed for $3,000,000 and was received on March 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 20638 Taft? Do you have questions about finding other Lots/Land real estate for sale in Bakersfield? You can browse all Bakersfield real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

