Southgate Neighborhood Overview
Southgate, Bakersfield
Southgate is a neighborhood in Bakersfield, California, primarily within the 90033 ZIP code. The local housing market is characterized by a significant disparity between median home values and household incomes. The median home value is reported at $632,200, while the median household income is $93,946. This market is classified in the "Main" tier, indicating a core residential area with active lending activity, as evidenced by 174 total home loan originations in the most recent HMDA data. The vast majority of these were conventional loans (148), with a smaller number of FHA (23) and VA (3) loans.
The neighborhood has a distinctly rental-oriented character, with a homeownership rate of only 19.7% and a renter-occupied rate of 80.3%. The median gross rent is $1,311 per month. The average home size is approximately 950 square feet. It is notable that the Census median household income figure is significantly lower at $50,616, suggesting a diverse economic composition within Southgate.
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Top Real Estate Agents in Southgate, Bakersfield
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3 agents met the full merit gate for Southgate, Bakersfield, CA, selected from over 450,000 licensed California professionals.
5.0 stars
54+ verified reviews
License: 1349180
Advantage Homes
28+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (510) 468-7020
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.advantagehomes.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/ernpost
Why selected: Selected for her community involvement as a supporter of the Easter Event Community Program and her 27 years of specialized experience, evidenced by 54 five-star reviews.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
21+ verified reviews
License: 1390368
Nationwide Fine Homes
22+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (510) 504-2528
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://nationwidefinehomes.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Imanabadi
Why selected: Selected for her 22 years of market expertise and over $250 million in transaction value, supported by 21 five-star reviews. Her dual real estate and NMLS licensing provides clients with comprehensive, streamlined service.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
21+ verified reviews
License: 1371845
Keller Williams Realty Bakersfield
22+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (661) 301-1715
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.bytheknights.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/ByTheKnights
Why selected: Selected for her pioneering role as the first agent to introduce Real Matterport 3D tours to her region, revolutionizing local property marketing. She combines over 20 years of experience with a perfect 5-star rating across 21 reviews.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.