Check out this 3 bedroom 2 bathroom ranch property in Havilah, CA. Located off of Caliente Bodfish Rd just south of Lake Isabella, this 9.6 acre property could provide the perfect opportunity for ranch living, a vacation retreat, or even an investment as a short term rental. The main house has 1,300 square feet of living space along with an attached 2 car garage. With a little bit of cleaning up, you could have instant equity on this property. This home is being sold AS-IS with all personal property which provides a unique opportunity for any savvy buyer to get a great deal!
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
9.6 acresLot Size
$204Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ryan Dobbs•DRE #01999491• Ryan Dobbs Realty
Listed by Luke Higdon•DRE #02155364• Ryan Dobbs Realty
Contact: 661-462-6866
Bought with Teresa Mullins•DRE #02205138• Ryan Dobbs Realty
Now is your chance to purchase a site built home in Havilah, California - the first County seat in Kern County. The area has slowed down a bit since then and is highly desirable. This Ranchette is just over 9 1/2 acres and sits right on Clear Creek. The property is fenced, cross fenced, has corrals, 2 separate turn out pastures, and a large grazing area which spans up and over the mountains. The animals will love that! Hay/tractor, storage barn, chicken coop too. Oh, there is also a 1300 sq ft. 3 bedroom 2 bathroom house. This home is in its original condition, so a little updating is needed. Unbelievable opportunity to own a home with this creek running through it. Possibilities to plant fruit trees, all on irrigation - garden, it limitless! Make an appointment to see this home today.
AVMLS #18004204
Sep 23, 2018
Listing Removed
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Sep 10, 2018
Price Changed
$425,000
$327/sq ft
Apr 17, 2018
Listed
$475,000
$365/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 20, 2006
Sold
$400,000
$308/sq ft
GEMLS #26014252
Sep 20, 2006
Price Changed
$399,950
$308/sq ft
Sep 20, 2006
Sold
$400,000
$308/sq ft
Sep 5, 2006
Delisted
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Jul 9, 2006
Listed
$400,000
$308/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$350 (−91.7%)
$30,600
2024
$4,237 (+2.4%)
$30,600
2023
$4,137 (+61.4%)
$78,030 + $278,827
$356,857
2022
$2,563 (−13.0%)
$78,030 + $278,827
$356,857
2021
$2,945 (+1.0%)
$60,000 + $160,000
$220,000
2020
$2,915 (−0.3%)
$64,000 + $191,000
$255,000
2019
$2,925 (+0.3%)
$64,000 + $191,000
$255,000
2018
$2,915 (+4.0%)
$64,000 + $191,000
$255,000
2017
$2,803 (+10.2%)
$61,000 + $182,000
$243,000
2016
$2,543 (−0.6%)
$61,000 + $182,000
$243,000
2015
$2,558 (−47.2%)
$30,000 + $201,000
$231,000
2014
$4,844
$218,584 + $218,584
$437,168
Tax history for 7959 Caliente Bodfish Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$350 (−91.7%)
$30,600
2024
$4,237 (+2.4%)
$30,600
2023
$4,137 (+61.4%)
$78,030 + $278,827
$356,857
2022
$2,563 (−13.0%)
$78,030 + $278,827
$356,857
2021
$2,945 (+1.0%)
$60,000 + $160,000
$220,000
2020
$2,915 (−0.3%)
$64,000 + $191,000
$255,000
2019
$2,925 (+0.3%)
$64,000 + $191,000
$255,000
2018
$2,915 (+4.0%)
$64,000 + $191,000
$255,000
2017
$2,803 (+10.2%)
$61,000 + $182,000
$243,000
2016
$2,543 (−0.6%)
$61,000 + $182,000
$243,000
2015
$2,558 (−47.2%)
$30,000 + $201,000
$231,000
2014
$4,844
$218,584 + $218,584
$437,168
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9.6 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,300
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kern County
APN
09501123009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 18, 2026.
E(10)
Estate District
The purpose of the Estate (E) district is to designate areas suitable for larger lot residential living environments. Uses are limited to those typical of and compatible with quiet residential neighborhoods. The minimum lot size shall be 10,890 sq ft unless the E district is combined with the Lot Size combining district (Chapter 19.54 of this title) where a larger minimum lot size is specified. The minimum lot size may be reduced when any E district is combined with the Cluster (CL) combining district (Chapter 19.58 of this title). Agricultural uses permitted in the E district are accessory uses and shall not be established until a primary use is established.
Directions: Property entrance gate is located right off of Caliente Bodfish Rd. Google Maps takes you to the property but has you turn onto N Ranch Rd. You cannot enter property from N Ranch Rd.
Cross Street: N. Ranch Rd
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,300
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Kern County
APN: 09501123009
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Woodrow W. Wallace Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 8.1mi
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Woodrow Wallace Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.1mi
5/10
Kern Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
29% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
11 days above 92° expected this year, 28 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
36 unhealthy days expected this year, 46 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$253,000 – $306,000
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