Charming and versatile 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in SW Bakersfield offering 1,864 sq ft on a 6,098 sq ft lot. Features include laminate flooring, mini-split systems, attached garage, covered patio, private fenced yard, and comes fully furnished, Move in ready. Flexible interior layout can function as a traditional single-family home or be configured into separate living areas by simply closing 1 or 2 interior doors, no permits requiredgood for multigenerational living, home office, or rental income. Separate entrances. Move-in ready. Great for owner-occupants or investors. Proven furnished rental history of $2,200-$5,000/month for over 10 years. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, schools, and commuter routes. Buyer's agents welcome with qualified buyers.
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
6,098 sq ftLot Size
$244Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jeffrey Sklar•DRE #02075404• Beycome Brokerage Realty Inc.
Venola, located between Rosedale Highway and the Kern River, is a residential and semi-rural Bakersfield neighborhood with wide lots and a low-slung streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Rosedale Hwy corridor near Allen Rd, where farm stands, local taquerias, and service shops set a practical, lived-in tone. Housing leans toward ranch-style homes and newer subdivisions, with open skies and irrigation-lined edges hinting at the area’s agricultural roots. River-adjacent paths and open fields shape a slower, outdoors-forward rhythm. Nearby, Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace, Kern River Parkway Trail, and the Kern County Museum act as cultural anchors for a weekend loop. The feel stays grounded: space, sun, and a short list of local institutions that define the backdrop.
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Offer insights
3605 Harris Rd · $412,000
$412K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $412K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
56 days
The average home goes pending in 44 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.9%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Range/Oven
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
One fireplace
Central A/C
Central heat
Bathrooms
2 total bathrooms
Kitchen
Range/Oven
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Exterior features
Stucco and wood siding exterior
Home design
Single-family (R1 zoning)
Parking
2-car garage
Construction
Slab foundation
Composition roof
Utilities
Public water
Sewer
Other
Property currently tenant-occupied
Solar: none
Lot size approximately 0.14 acres
Neighborhood: Crest Park
Electricity and solar
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Harris Flexible Living 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1,864+ Sq. Ft. | Fully Furnished Welcome to Harris Flexible Living and one-of-a-kind Southwest Bakersfield home designed for today's changing lifestyles. This is much more than a traditional four-bedroom home. It offers exceptional flexibility for homeowners, multigenerational families, or buyers looking for a home that can adapt as their needs change. Live in one private living area while generating supplemental rental income from the otheran opportunity rarely found in a single-family home. For the past seven years, the property has operated successfully as a fully furnished rental, serving traveling professionals, project-based workers, and others seeking quality extended-stay housing. Its flexible layout, private living areas, and move-in-ready furnishings have made it a dependable and adaptable rental property while allowing everyone to enjoy a place of their own with privacy and minimal shared living space. The home is being sold substantially furnished, allowing the next owner to move in or continue operating a furnished rental with minimal setup. Included are beds, living room and dining room furniture, televisions, cookware, dishes, small appliances, linens, towels, patio furnishings, and many household essentials. Seller will retain selected personal belongings. The flexible floor plan offers two private living areas with separate entrances and private outdoor spaces, making it ideal for accommodating extended family, creating a private guest suite, or providing additional independence for aging parents or adult children. The front living area features a spacious kitchen with both a lower work surface for added accessibility and a raised granite breakfast bar, creating a comfortable and functional gathering space for everyday living. The Private Flexible Living Suite features its own separate entrance, spacious living area, large bedroom, well-equipped kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator, sink, dishwasher, microwave, cookware, dishes, generous cabinet space, and a 220-volt electrical connection available for a future range if desired. Three newer mini-split HVAC systems provide efficient, independent climate control throughout the rear living area. An additional approximately 200-square-foot covered outdoor living and utility area includes a sink, refrigerator, dishwasher, and cleanup space, making it ideal for outdoor entertaining, barbecuing, and gathering with family and friends. This area is not included in the home's stated living square footage. Additional features include a two-car attached garage, private outdoor living spaces, mature landscaping, and a convenient Southwest Bakersfield location close to shopping, restaurants, schools, medical facilities, and major commuting routes. Properties offering this level of flexibility, privacy, and turnkey furnishings rarely become available in this area. Private showings are available by appointment only to respect the privacy of current occupants. Qualified buyers are requested to provide a current mortgage pre-approval letter or proof of funds before scheduling a showing. Buyers are encouraged to independently verify square footage, lot size, intended use, rental opportunities, and any information material to their purchase. Agent Notice: This property is being offered For Sale By Owner, and the seller is not seeking listing representation. Agents representing qualified buyers are welcome to schedule a private showing by appointment. For additional information or to schedule a private showing, please email, jojo7863@outlook.com Email is preferred.
GEMLS #2
Mar 7, 2024
Price Changed
$410,000
$243/sq ft
GEMLS #1
Oct 28, 2022
Price Changed
$425,000
$252/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 15, 1995
Sold
$83,000
$49/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 22, 1994
Sold
$13,000
$8/sq ft
GEMLS #405479
Dec 22, 1994
Sold
$87,500
$52/sq ft
Dec 12, 1994
Delisted
—
Dec 12, 1994
Price Changed
$87,900
$52/sq ft
Jul 17, 1994
Listed
$87,500
$52/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 27, 1986
Sold
$81,000
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,260 (+2.2%)
$51,502 + $74,681
$126,183
2024
$2,211 (+1.8%)
$51,502 + $74,681
$126,183
2023
$2,172 (+4.3%)
$50,493 + $73,217
$123,710
2022
$2,082 (+5.3%)
$50,493 + $73,217
$123,710
2021
$1,977 (+2.3%)
$48,533 + $70,375
$118,908
2020
$1,932 (+1.3%)
$47,582 + $68,996
$116,578
2019
$1,907 (+4.2%)
$47,095 + $68,289
$115,384
2018
$1,830 (+1.5%)
$46,172 + $66,950
$113,122
2017
$1,803 (+6.1%)
$44,380 + $64,351
$108,731
2016
$1,700 (+1.0%)
$44,380 + $64,351
$108,731
2015
$1,683 (+2.6%)
$43,510 + $63,090
$106,600
2014
$1,641
$42,018 + $60,926
$102,944
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1986
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,860
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,860
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kern County
APN
37141309002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 18, 2026.
R-1
Single-Unit Dwelling Zone
The purpose of the R-1 zone is to provide land areas for the use and occupancy of single-unit detached dwellings and accessory dwelling units. It is the intent of this zone to protect and preserve existing neighborhoods and promote the future development of lower-density residential single-unit neighborhoods that provide a livable, walkable, and sustainable residential environment. The residential density range for this zone is 2.1 to 6 dwelling units per net acre.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Office
Educational/school
Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 70-78% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
33 unhealthy days expected this year, 37 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bakersfield, CA • 93313
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 3605 Harris Rd
$406,675
$5,325 under list price of $412K
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