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$295,000

401 Van Buren St Taft, CA 93268

4 beds
2 baths
1,952 sqft
0.2 acres
$151 / sqft
House

Property details

About 401 Van Buren St

Welcome to this two-story beauty in the heart of Taft! Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a 2-car garage with an additional convenient restroom, this home is ideal for a growing family or a savvy investor looking for a solid opportunity.Sitting on a large corner lot, the property boasts plenty of space inside and out. The fully covered back patio is an entertainer's dreamcomplete with a built-in custom outdoor kitchen and BBQ area that's perfect for summer cookouts, game day parties, or relaxing evenings under the stars.With its unique layout, ample parking, and prime location, this property combines comfort, function, and value. Don't miss the chance to own a home that offers so much versatility, charm and PAID SOLAR SYSTEM.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,952 sqft
Lot size0.16 Acres
Year built1952
MLS #202507040
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $295,000
  • Price/SqFt: $151
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,709
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Corner Lot
  • Directions: Take CA-119 to Harrison St in Ford City continue on harrison st, left on Date then house will be on corner left side at date & van buren
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,952 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres
  • MLS Number: 202507040
  • MLS Name: Bakersfield
  • Office Name: The Zorian Group Real Estate, My Realty Company ,Inc
  • Office Email: ecrosa@outlook.com
  • Listing Agent: E.C. Rosa Jr

Based on information from Golden Empire MLS, Inc. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Copyright 2025 Bakersfield Association of REALTORS®. All Rights Reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 7/2/2025, 7:45:40 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 12, 2020
Home Sold
$197,000
Oct 18, 2019
Home Sold
$70,000
Aug 30, 2013
Home Sold
$50,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$209,056$3,709
2023$204,958$3,432
2022$200,940$3,239
2021$197,000$3,188
2020$70,000$1,539
2019$53,842$1,292
2018$52,787$1,268
2017$51,753$1,268

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Jefferson Elementary School

Public District KG-3

0.2 mi

318 Taylor St

4

Roosevelt Elementary School

Public District 2-5

0.6 mi

811 6th St

4

Taft Primary School

Public District KG-3

0.9 mi

212 Lucard St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $35,000. Typical income of Taft, CA residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is married, with kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

50%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

28%
Single, No Kids
24%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
31%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

23%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
35%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • SonicSonic
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • FordFord
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • CountryCountry
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 401 Van Buren St

The listing price of 401 Van Buren St property is $295,000.

The property 401 Van Buren St is a house located in Taft, California, 93268.

Active Listing: 401 Van Buren St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 401 Van Buren St are: Jefferson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Roosevelt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Taft Primary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lincoln Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Maricopa Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Elk Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Buena Vista High (Continuation) (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Taft Union High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Maricopa High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,709 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 12, 2020 for $197,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 401 Van Buren St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 401 Van Buren St is 1,952 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 401 Van Buren St is 1952.

This home is located at 401 Van Buren St in Taft, CA and zip code 93268. This 1,952 square foot home, which was built in 1952, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $295,000.

While more than 2 listings in Taft, CA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 3 were sold below. In June 2025 in Taft, CA there were 4.8% less homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $219,450, while the average time on the real estate market was 36 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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