9828 Magnolia Avenue
California City, CA, 93505
$549,000
MLS: 26002509
Beds
4
Baths
3
Sq Ft
2,691
Lot
2.39 ac
Year Built
2007
MLS #
26002509
Days on Market
155
Listed
Mar 27, 2026
Description
Situated on 2.5 acres in the Rancho Estates on the outskirts of California City, just 15 minutes from the back of EAFB, this custom home offers an uninterrupted panoramic view of the beautiful desert and desert buttes. The tranquility and peaceful surroundings are amazing. Upon your arrival you will be greeted by a landscaped front yard and big covered front porch. Enter the almost 2700 square-foot floor plan that offers 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The great room is graced by soaring vaulted ceilings and a huge fireplace that hosts a pellet stove that is ideal for entertaining and relaxing when the weather turns cool. The kitchen boasts a large island and breakfast bar peninsula making it a hub for entertaining and everyday living. The kitchen offers an abundance of cabinets and bright lighting. Additional highlights include both a formal dining room, informal dining area and a big walk-in pantry. Granite flows throughout the kitchen and bathrooms and 7 ceiling fans are scattered throughout. The master suite offers big spaces, a huge Jacuzzi tub, separate shower, dual vanities, big walk-in closet and separate dressing area with mirrored vanity. Easy access to the backyard can also be found here. The remaining 3 bedroom are spacious and have big closets. You will pass through the interior laundry room as you wind your way through to the finished 1200-square foot garage where you will flnd plenty of room to park your vehicles and still have room for tools, weekend projects and workshop. Access a fenced section out of the garage back door where the shed sits on a permanent foundation, is completely insulated and equipped with climate control. Much attention has been paid to energy efficiency. There are 26 solar panels on the roof, two heaters, 2 air conditioners, a huge evaporative cooler, heat pump and on-demand hot water heater. Also included is a set of plans for a 1200 sq ft 2 bed/1bath square foot ADU approved by the city.
Location
California City, Kern County, CA 93505
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Lorena Semerenko · RE/MAX All-Pro
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
$4,142
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $54,900 · Loan: $494,100
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.67% as of Aug 13, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $3,178
- Property tax (1%)
- $458
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $206
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Today's Rates
As of Aug 13, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.67%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.96%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
About the area · Mike Watson
California City, CA in context
California City is the third-largest city in California by land area but one of the smallest by population — which is exactly what makes it interesting. Entry prices are the lowest in the region, land is plentiful and cheap, and many investors buy both finished homes and raw lots here. The Galileo Hill / Central Park area is the most established residential pocket; everything north of there is wide-open desert. If you’re hunting for value or a long-hold land play, this is the AV’s best opportunity zone. Mike Watson works California City land and home deals across the region and can help you weigh a finished home against a raw-lot hold. If you are evaluating homes in California City, Mike Watson lives and works the California City market every day. He pairs this listing with a free market analysis for your specific street, an honest read on the financing options that fit (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable when the loan supports it), and a side-by-side compare against the rest of the active inventory in the area.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this California City home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $19,215 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.
USDA Rural Development — 100% Financing＋
ZIP code 93505 qualifies for USDA Rural Development financing — 100% financing with no down payment for income-eligible buyers. USDA loans offer below-market interest rates and reduced mortgage insurance premiums, making this one of the most affordable paths to homeownership in California City. Check your household income eligibility at eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov.
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