The MLS in the Kern River Valley includes the communities of Kernville, Riverkern, Wofford Heights, Lake Isabella, Bodfish, Mt. Mesa, Squirrel Valley, Southlake, Weldon, Onyx, Havilah, Canebrake, Piute Mountains, and Alta Sierra. We are a recreational area adjacent to the Sequoia National Forest and located at the southwestern end of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range.
Those of us who live and work here enjoy the area's recreational, environmental, cultural, and seasonal diversifications. If this appeals to you and you are interested in purchasing property in the Valley, I would be happy to help you. Whether you are interested in a conventional home, a manufactured or mobile home on its own lot or in a park, commercial property, or vacant land or acreage on which to build your own dream house, if the property is available, I will do my best to find it for you.
If you are thinking of selling your property, I can help you find a buyer. I have clients waiting for me to contact them when I find the particular type of property they are looking for. Maybe it is yours. If not, new buyers contact me regularly to help find the right property for them.
If you would like to start your property search on your own, click the following link at http://www.listingpreview.com. It will take you to the MLS listings for the entire Valley. When the page opens, look in the box on the left and find "California, Lake Isabella." Click that link to open a new page. Click on the type of property you are looking for. The new page that will open is a data sheet. Click on any column heading to rearrange the list. If you return to the list at a later date, click on the "MLS #" heading to rearrange the list numerically. Then scroll to the bottom to see any new listings since your last visit. If you find a listing you are interested in, click the MLS number (220__ __ __ __ or 221__ __ __ __). The listing will open and you can read about it and find a link to see any photos the agent has posted. Contact me with any MLS number from the list for more information, location, condition, etc.
Below are some of my featured properties. Take a look, check out the virtual tours, and contact me if you would like to view any of them in person or to request more information. Click on the links in the left column on this webpage if you would like information about buying or selling specific types of property or about the Kern River Valley in general. And thank you for stopping by.
MY CURRENT LISTINGS
MLS #2210022 - MINUTES FROM THE LAKE IN WOFFORD HEIGHTS
2 BR, 1-1/2 BA home located on the west side of the lake. The lot is approx. 60' x 144' and the home is 1,298 sq. ft., plus it has an add-on room of approx. 8' x 24'. The large living room has a fireplace with a wood insert. There is an eating bar at the end of the kitchen plus a dining area behind that. The add-on room can be used for crafts, TV/game room, office, etc. The home sets back behind the 2-car garage for privacy. The back yard is fenced and an area on the right side of the home can be gated to make it into a dog run. The back deck has 220 wiring in case you would like to install a hot tub or spa. Trees and landscaping are easy care with an automatic sprinkler system. This home is located just minutes from a market, movie theater, churches, community park, and the lake. It is five minutes from Kernville Elementary School and whitewater rafting in the Kern River. To see a virtual tour of this home, please go to http://www.flyinside.com/tour.php?id=29051. Reduced to $160,000.
MLS #2210640 - TRIPLEWIDE AT DOUBLEWIDE PRICE IN 55+ PARK!
If you are looking for a place at the lake that has very little yard work so you can spend your time fishing, hiking, hunting, white water rafting, or any of the many, many other recreational activities available in the Kern River Valley, take a look at this mfg. home in Lake Ridge Mobile Home Estates in Lake Isabella. Privacy is one of the key factors for this home. It is located on a double lot at no extra cost because it is the last one in the row. Lot next door is vacant and there is open vinyard land behind the lot. The yard is completely fenced and small pets are allowed. The home is 1,760 sq. ft., well maintained, 2 BR, 1-3/4 BA, with an open living room/dining room and a large family room with wet bar & pellet stove. The kitchen includes a double oven, dishwasher, and trash compactor. The roof is about 2 years old and there is both A/C and an evap. cooler. Walk-in closet, built-in shelving units, several pantries, plus a storage shed in the back yard will help you keep clutter to a minimum. The large workshop will help fill the hours when you don't wish to go out and about. Park space rent is only $310.00/month plus sewer and trash. Other utilities are metered. List price is $69,500.
MLS #2209801 - LARGE FENCED YARD & MOBILEHOME IN ONYX
This mobilehome is on about 1/3 ac. that is completely fenced with two large entrance gates. Room for RV, boat, and quad parking. The property is located at the end of a cul-de-sac. The large front yard has lots of trees and landscaping and a running water fountain. The back yard also has trees and a storage shed. The 1,248 sq. ft. home (24' x 52') was built in 1973. It has 2 BR, 1-3/4 BA. The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet with mirrored doors, ceiling fan, separate vanity area, and master bath. The large living room/dining room (great room) has a free standing propane stove, many windows for light, and a lovely lighted dining hutch. The kitchen comes with a dishwasher and a new oven-cook top. There is an attached 8' x 24' add-on room that would make a wonderful craft room, workshop, or home office. Onyx is located at the east end of the Valley, on the way to Ridgecrest and China Lake Naval Weapons Station. Sellers may finance this home with 15% to 20% down. For a virtual tour of this property, please go to http://www.flyinside.com/tour.php?id=24887. Reduced to $65,900.
* * NEW LISTING * * MLS #2210678 - 2,002 SQ. FT. HOME IN BODFISH OAKS
Large 3 BR, 2 BA home on two lots in quiet Bodfish Oaks community. Huge master bedroom, two living rooms or use one for a game room, fireplace, two evaporative coolers, Corian counters in kitchen, stove/oven and refrigerator included. Roof is only 3-1/2 years old. Plenty of room for boat/RV/quad parking. Two-car garage. Partially fenced yard with double gate. Lots of landscaping and trees. Bodfish Oaks is a small, quiet community about 3 miles from the lake. The streets are paved and the property is a corner lot. Lovely mountain views all around. Owner is looking for a quick sale. List price is $145,000.
MLS #2210156 - 2007 HOME IN MTN. MESA
THIS HOME HAS BEEN TEMPORARILY TAKEN OFF THE MARKET: Almost new 3 bedroom, 2 bath home just minutes to the lake. Open floor plan, large laundry room with desk space and pantry, and kitchen includes oven/range and dishwasher. The kitchen has an eating bar, plus there is a more formal dining area with a door leading to the BBQ deck. Many cupboards line the hallway to store all of the stuff that seems to accumulate in active homes. One of the smaller bedrooms has a walk-in closet. The large master bedroom has a huge walk-in closet. Both bathrooms have lovely tile work. The flooring is bamboo hardwood except for the kitchen and bathrooms. A dual pack heater/air conditioner unit plus 5 ceiling fans provide comfortable temperatures inside the home. The two-car garage has room for a workbench and freezer space. The property is fenced on three sides and is close to medical facilities, shopping, churches, and a public park. For a virtual tour of this property, please go to http://www.flyinside.com/tour.php?id=31704. Listed at $267,000.
MLS #2210182 - FISHERMAN'S RETREAT
This is a small mobile on a large lot about 5 - 6 miles from Isabella Lake. The 1976, 12x36 singlewide mobile has one bedroom, one bathroom, and the living room and kitchen are combined in one larger room. Some recent repairs and renovations have been done, but it could still use a little work on the outside. The property is about 0.62 ac. with approx. 1/3 of that flat and completely fenced. The other 2/3 of the property goes up a slope in the back with no close neighbors in that direction. There is a double gate in the front to allow access with boats and RVs. The property has trees and other landscaping, two older storage sheds, and it is located in Weldon, CA. The owner may finance with 15% to 20% down. For a virtual tour of this property, please go to http://www.flyinside.com/tour.php?id=32368. Recently reduced to just $43,000.
MLS #2209611 - OVER 1/2 AC. LOT IN QUIET AREA OF WOFFORD HTS.
This corner lot with many pine and oak trees is waiting for you to come and build your dream home, vacation home, or add a manufactured home. The area is quiet and private with lovely mountain views. Cul-de-sacs are in three directions from this property. Located on the west side of, and just minutes from, Lake Isabella, and 15 minutes to Greenhorn Mountain and the ski area. If you like water activities such as fishing, boating, water skiing, sailboarding, or Jet Skiing, there's plenty of room on this property for your big boy toys. And if you like mountain activities like hunting, hiking, camping, snow skiing, sledding, rock climbing, or taking leisurely drives, this property is close and has easy access. The water meter is already in place and the other utilities are along the paved street. Reduced to $41,000.
MLS #2210571 - ONE-OF-A-KIND MOBILE NEAR PARK & LAKE IN WOFFORD HTS.
This single-wide mobilehome has 820 sq. ft. of living space plus an 8 x 10 add-on laundry room/pantry. The kitchen was recently upgraded and includes a stove, cooktop, refrigerator, and many cabinets with slide out shelves. This older mobile has the lovely original wood paneling and cabinetry. It has one very large bedroom and 1-1/2 baths. The sellers used the dining area for an office with dedicated lines, but suggest that area could be turned into a second sleeping area, if needed. The living room is large. New wiring was installed in much of the home, a new water heater was installed, and an overroof is only about 4 years old. The lot is approx. 84 x 160 (7,339 sq. ft.) and completely fenced with a double gate for entry of an RV or boat. There is electricity, water, and dump station for an RV, plus a wide carport. The front deck has been expanded and has a wheel chair ramp at one end. The home is close to a country market, movie theater, library and churches, and you can walk to the public park and the lake. Listed at just $69,900 and the seller will consider financing with a large down payment and acceptable credit report.
MLS #2210278 - 2/3 AC. VACANT LAND IN SQUIRREL VALLEY
If you are looking for a spot to build your dream or vacation home, take a look at this one! It has a great view of the surrounding mountains, and even has a lake view. The neighborhood is quiet and dotted with nice homes. Close, but not too close, to hospital and medical clinics. Only 5 min. to a fishing cove at Isabella Lake. Hunting, hiking, camping, snow skiing in the nearby mountains. Water sports, wind surfing, whitewater rafting & kayaking in Lake Isabella and Kern River. Listed at $39,900.
MLS #210391 - MOBILE WITH ROOM TO EXPAND IN WELDON
Lots of room for RV/boat parking on 1/4 ac. lot in the Prince Tract with paved streets. The 12' x 52' mobile has 2 BR, 1 BA and loads of storage space. A newer refrigerator, stainless steel oven and sink, microwave, washer and dryer are all included in the sale. There is an evaporative cooler plus a window A/C. A slab and overroof are in place to build an addition, or use the area as a covered patio and/or spa area. The home has been equipped with earthquake resistant bracing, and has handicap features, including a wheelchair ramp. The property is completely fenced with a large double gate for bringing in a boat or RV. A storage shed, trees, and landscaping complete the picture. It even has a lake view, as well as mountain views. This area still has a community water well for inexpensive culinary, drinking, and landscaping water. The area is not far from an elementary and middle school. $57,000.
MLS #2210592 - INEXPENSIVE MOBILE IN PARK NEAR AUXILIARY DAM
If you are looking for a cheap place to stay when you come to the lake to fish, water ski, or any of the many, many other recreational activities available in the Kern River Valley, this may be just the place you need. Clean, older 20' x 40' doublewide mobile in Lakeside Village Mobilehome Park in Isabella -- one of the few parks in the Valley for all ages! Mobile has 2 BR, 1-1/2 BA, open living room/dining room/kitchen. Includes oven/range and refrigerator. Also features three year old roof, newer evaporative cooler, carport and storage shed. Park has laundry room and RV/boat parking area. Space rent is only $200.00 a month, which includes trash. The water, electricity, and propane are metered. Seller may finance with half down, 7 year loan, on approved credit. Listed at only $17,000.
MLS #2210566 - START FROM SCRATCH ON YOUR OWN LAND
Over one acre in Southlake zoned E(1/4)MH. This corner property could be turned into your own private sanctuary. Lots of room between neighbors. Bring in a mfg. home or build from the ground up. Dig a well for water, put in some landscaping and trees, enclose it in fencing, put up a garage and/or RV barn, add a spa - anything is possible! Electricity is at the street. Close to a market. Medical facilities and a fishing cove are only 2 mi. away. What more could you ask for? List price is $32,000. Owners may consider financing with a large down payment and acceptable credit report.