3209 Idaho
Bakersfield, CA, 93305
$375,000
MLS: PW26136503
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,500
Lot
0.15 ac
Year Built
1957
MLS #
PW26136503
Days on Market
40
Listed
Jun 22, 2026
Description
Your perfect starter home awaits in the convenient College Heights neighborhood of Bakersfield, just minutes from Bakersfield College. This updated [3]-bedroom, [2]-bath single-family home offers [1,500] square feet of comfortable living on a [6,534]- square-foot lot. [Wood-look flooring/granite countertops / updated light fixtures] give the home a fresh, move-in-ready feel. Dual-pane windows and central air conditioning help keep utility costs manageable — an important advantage for first-time homeowners. [Fireplace] adds warmth to the great room and formal dining area. Low-maintenance outdoor living is easy with [automatic sprinklers] in the front and rear yards. The [detached 2-car garage] provides secure parking and storage, with extra space suitable for an RV, boat, or additional vehicles. Located near [Wallace Elementary, Washington Junior High, and East High School], this home offers excellent access to shopping, dining, and the vibrant energy of Bakersfield College. A wonderful opportunity to begin your homeownership journey in northeast Bakersfield. Private showings by appointment.
Location
Bakersfield, Kern County, CA 93305
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Chiron Stewart · Chiron Stewart, Broker
Listing information is provided courtesy of the Greater Antelope Valley Association of Realtors (GAVAR) and California Regional MLS (CRMLS). Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or by Mike Watson. All data, including square footage, lot size, room count, permits, and school assignment, should be independently verified. Properties shown may be listed by brokerages other than Keller Williams Realty. Listings are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice.
Payment estimate
$3,000
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $37,500 · Loan: $337,500
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.66% as of Jul 30, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $2,169
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $391
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $141
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Today's Rates
As of Jul 30, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.66%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.04%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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About the Antelope Valley
The Antelope Valley spans Lancaster, Palmdale, Quartz Hill, Rosamond, Lake Los Angeles, California City, Edwards AFB, and the Plant 42 aerospace corridor. Mike Watson is a lifelong AV resident and the #1 producing individual Realtor in the region by transaction count. Every active listing on this site is paired with a free market analysis tailored to the specific street, honest financing guidance (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable loans where the financing supports it), and side-by-side comparisons against the rest of the active inventory in your target ZIP.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Bakersfield home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $13,125 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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