#202504101, Nik Boone, Listing office: Ascend Real Estate and Property Management
Property details
About 517 Polk St
Just Listed! This charming remodeled 3-bedroom, 1-bath home plus bonus bathroom features a stylish iron front door, energy-efficient dual-pane windows, with an open-concept layout, and solar. Situated on an oversized lot, there's ample space to expand, ADU, entertain, or garden. Located in a quiet neighborhood near Taft College, schools and parks, this move-in-ready gem offers charm, comfort, and room to grow! Financing is welcome!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size838 sqft
Lot size0.16 Acres
Year built1959
MLS #202508221
Summary
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $210,000
- Price/SqFt: $250
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,572
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Built: 1959
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 838 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.16 Acres
- MLS Number: 202508221
- MLS Name: Bakersfield
- Office Name: Homestead Real Estate
- Office Email: monicagcrealestate@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Monica G Carballo
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Last updated on: 7/23/2025, 12:45:38 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.
Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2014 | Home Sold | $60,000 |
| Mar 09, 2012 | Home Sold | $48,000 |
| Feb 17, 2010 | Home Sold | $21,500 |
| Nov 02, 2004 | Home Sold | $177,000 |
| Jul 22, 2004 | Home Sold | $120,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $111,928 | $2,572 |
| 2023 | $109,734 | $2,344 |
| 2022 | $107,584 | $2,163 |
| 2021 | $105,475 | $2,081 |
| 2020 | $104,395 | $1,938 |
| 2019 | $102,349 | $1,842 |
| 2018 | $100,343 | $1,796 |
| 2017 | $98,376 | $1,796 |
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
0.8 mi
•811 6th St
4
Taft Primary School
Public District KG-3
1.2 mi
•212 Lucard St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $35,064. Most Taft, CA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
50%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
36%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Extreme Sports
Figure Skating
Motocross
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Kmart
GameStop
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Bob Evans
Sonic
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Buick
Jeep
What do the neighbors listen to?
Country
Oldies- Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 517 Polk St
The listing price of 517 Polk St property is $210,000.
The property 517 Polk St is a house located in Taft, California, 93268.
Active Listing: 517 Polk St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 517 Polk 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 $2,572 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 20, 2014 for $60,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 517 Polk St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 517 Polk St is 838 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 517 Polk St is 1959.
This home is located at 517 Polk St in Taft, CA and zip code 93268. This 838 square foot home, which was built in 1959, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $210,000.
In June 2025 more than 2 listings in Taft, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 2 listings were sold at asking price, while 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.