Colonel Howard Nichols Elementary School

Chipman Junior High School

East Bakersfield High School

Edison

Bakersfield Country Club

Hillcrest

La Cresta - Altavista

Fuller Acres

Oildale

Bodfish

Caliente

Lamont

Lake Isabella

Tuscany

Tarina

Choctaw Valley

Mountain Meadows

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Goodmanville

Eastridge Estates

East Niles

Northeast Bakersfield

93306

93308

93220

93307

93305

93205

93381

93301

93518

93531

Centered around Bakersfield College and the Panorama Bluffs, 93306 blends hillside views of the Kern River with established streets and newer east-side enclaves. Hot, sunny summers and mild winters favor time outside—sunset walks at Panorama Park, bike rides on the Kern River Parkway, weekend picnics at Hart Park, and rounds at Kern River Golf Course. Daily life is convenient with nearby vons, foodmaxx, and a walmart neighborhood market; coffee is easy at starbucks and dutch bros; and fitness is covered by in-shape and planet fitness. Locals enjoy casual taquerias and barbecue along niles, columbus, and mount vernon, while bc’s planetarium and campus events add community energy. Mesa marin sports complex and dog-friendly green spaces make it welcoming for families and pets, and kern medical anchors healthcare access. Highway 178 offers quick connections to downtown and the kern river canyon. According to zillow’s market trends from recent months, the median asking rent runs roughly $1,600–$1,700, with most listings about $1,200–$2,200 per month.

Warm atmosphere with family-friendly amenities and safe, welcoming streets.

Family Vibes

Ample parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.

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Local university presence adds vibrancy, events, and youthful energy.

College Nearby

Quick highway connections for seamless travel and regional access.

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3301 Columbus St

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