Welcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the desirable Taft Heights community. Thoughtfully designed for comfortable and practical living, this charming property offers a functional layout with plenty of opportunity to enjoy both indoor and outdoor spaces. Step outside and discover a true garden oasis, thoughtfully designed and built by the current owner. The inviting outdoor space provides a peaceful setting for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or enjoying time with family. The home's indoor and outdoor areas work together to create a comfortable lifestyle that makes the most of the property. Adding to the versatility is a detached garage that offers much more than traditional parking. Designed with the hobbyist in mind, this flexible space can accommodate a workshop, home office, gym, creative studio, or serve its traditional purpose as a garage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
4,996 sq ftLot Size
$292Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lee Rangel•DRE #02155441• Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Associated Real Estate
Fresh 2 bed, 1 bath Taft Heights home! This updated home features an open floor plan, new paint, carpet, vinyl plank flooring, contemporary tiled bathroom, spacious fenced yard and a two car storage garage!
GEMLS #26007854
Jun 13, 2006
Sold
$141,500
$197/sq ft
Apr 27, 2006
Price Changed
$153,000
$213/sq ft
Apr 27, 2006
Delisted
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Apr 17, 2006
Listed
$141,500
$197/sq ft
Very affordable Taft Heights. This home features 2 bed 1 bath with newer carpet. Kitchen has also recently been remodeled. While you enjoy the views, listen to your Koi pond run for that extra relaxation.
Public Records
Apr 27, 2001
Sold
$50,000
$69/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 27, 1997
Sold
$42,500
$59/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,237 (+4.4%)
$21,224 + $137,957
$159,181
2024
$3,101 (+8.8%)
$21,224 + $137,957
$159,181
2023
$2,851 (+7.0%)
$20,808 + $135,252
$156,060
2022
$2,664 (+11.4%)
$20,808 + $135,252
$156,060
2021
$2,391 (+17.9%)
$20,000 + $130,000
$150,000
2020
$2,028 (+8.3%)
$33,000 + $97,000
$130,000
2019
$1,873 (+21.6%)
$28,000 + $83,000
$111,000
2018
$1,540 (−2.5%)
$25,000 + $74,000
$99,000
2017
$1,579 (+19.5%)
$20,000 + $59,000
$79,000
2016
$1,321 (+6.7%)
$20,000 + $59,000
$79,000
2015
$1,238 (−10.2%)
$20,000 + $35,000
$55,000
2014
$1,378
$18,000 + $55,000
$73,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,996 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1954
Finished Sq. Ft.
720
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
720
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kern County
APN
03925003004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-1
Low-Density Residential District
The purpose of the Low-density Residential (R-1) district is to designate areas which will be suitable for traditional smaller lot, single-family homes and compatible uses. Maximum density is limited to 10 du per net acre. Typically, the R-1 district will be characterized by the typical single-family subdivision. However, innovative low-intensity projects are allowed in combination with the Cluster (CL) combining district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Office
Recreation
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Housing-Mobile home park
Mar 22, 2014 • Final
Kern historical
Update the electrical service.
Electrical
Mar 22, 2014 • Final
Kern historical
Reconnect the gas service.
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
1 days above 102° expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
18 unhealthy days expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Taft, CA • 93268
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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66
47
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42
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May
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Jul
Aug
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Taft. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 523 F St
$208,004
$1,996 under list price of $210K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $115K to $195K.