538 East California Avenue

Closed 3/31/25

Last Sold Price

$257,900

3 beds2 baths1,585 sqft$163/sqft

538 E California Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

Description

Step into your perfect retreat: a beautifully renovated 3 bd, 2 ba home, nestled on a spacious lot, offering contemporary elegance for serene living. This home boasts a thoughtfully redesigned interior, offering a seamless flow from the living spaces to the bedrooms, creating an inviting atmosphere for various gatherings and entertaining guests. Embrace modern comfort and style with the addition of newer dual pane windows, illuminating the home with natural light while ensuring energy efficiency....Step into your perfect retreat: a beautifully renovated 3 bd, 2 ba home, nestled on a spacious lot, offering contemporary elegance for serene living. This home boasts a thoughtfully redesigned interior, offering a seamless flow from the living spaces to the bedrooms, creating an inviting atmosphere for various gatherings and entertaining guests. Embrace modern comfort and style with the addition of newer dual pane windows, illuminating the home with natural light while ensuring energy efficiency. Crown molding throughout adds a touch of sophistication, enhancing the architectural character of the rooms. Embrace the beauty of outdoor living in the expansive backyard, providing endless possibilities for gardening, recreation, and relaxation.

LISTING CLOSED: 03/31/2025 12:00 AM

Listed by Kathleen L. Blurton • DRE #1399008 • Brokerage DRE #00742584 • Vaughn Realty
P: (760)-608-0930 C: (760)-608-0930 blurtonkathy@gmail.com

Property Details for 538 East California Avenue

Status

Closed

MLS #

2605426

Days on Market

367

Taxes

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Residential / Single Family Residence

Year Built

1973

Lot Size

0.31 AC / 13,503 SF

County

Kern County

Zoning Description

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Location

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Kern County
Ridgecrest
93555
538 E California Ave

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Building Information for 538 East California Avenue

Stories-Year Built1973Building Size-Lot Size0.31 AC / 13,503 SF

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$1,472 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,311

Property Taxes

$161

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 538 East California Avenue

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: Take Ridgecrest Blvd East to American, Go South (right) to California, Go West and see sign
Latitude: 35.62095

Longitude: -117.659103

Taxes and HOA

Parcel Number: 080-042-37

Parking

Attached Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2.0

Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached

Property

Lot Information

Lot Features: Landscaped
Lot Size Acres: 0.31

Lot Size Area: 0.31

Property and Assessments

Living Area: 1585.0
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Property Type: Residential
Year Built: 1973

Building Features

Other Structures: Shed(s), RV/Boat Storage
Construction Materials: Stucco

Roof: Composition

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Natural Gas Connected

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Community Features: Curbs
Fencing: Fenced

Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio

Interior Features

Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
Basement: Crawl Space

Has Basement: No
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bedrooms: 3
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Cooling: Yes
Has Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Water Heater: Gas

Property History for 538 East California Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Mar 31, 2025	Sold Southern Sierra MLS #2605426	$257,900	—
Mar 27, 2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1554068456	$258,000	+5.1% / yr
Jan 27, 2025	Pending Southern Sierra MLS #2605426		—
Mar 20, 2024	Listed (Active) Southern Sierra MLS #2605426	$315,000	—
Oct 5, 2001	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #78495177	$80,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
03/31/2025	Sold Southern Sierra MLS #2605426	$257,900
03/27/2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1554068456	$258,000 +5.1% / yr
01/27/2025	Pending Southern Sierra MLS #2605426	—
03/20/2024	Listed (Active) Southern Sierra MLS #2605426	$315,000
10/05/2001	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #78495177	$80,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 538 East California Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$45,900Additions$217,260Total$263,160

Tax Record2025$1,931 ($161 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,585 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,585 SqFtStories1Lot Size13,288 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1973Year Renovated1973ZoningR-1CountyKERNAPN080-042-37-00-8

Schools near 538 East California Avenue

This home is within Sierra Sands Unified School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
6/10	Gateway Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	0.6 mi
3/10	James Monroe Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	1.0 mi
7/10	Burroughs High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.0 mi
NR	High Desert School	Public - Nearby school	7 to 12	1.4 mi
NR	Vieweg STEM Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 8	1.4 mi
2/10	Mesquite Continuation High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	1.4 mi
NR	St. Ann	Private - Nearby school	K to 8	1.1 mi
NR	Adventist Christian School	Private - Nearby school	1 to 8	1.4 mi
NR	Heritage Montessori School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 5	1.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
6/10	Gateway Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	0.6 mi
3/10	James Monroe Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	1.0 mi
7/10	Burroughs High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.0 mi
NR	High Desert School Public7 to 12 Nearby school	1.4 mi
NR	Vieweg STEM Academy PublicK to 8 Nearby school	1.4 mi
2/10	Mesquite Continuation High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	1.4 mi
NR	St. Ann PrivateK to 8 Nearby school	1.1 mi
NR	Adventist Christian School Private1 to 8 Nearby school	1.4 mi
NR	Heritage Montessori School PrivatePK to 5 Nearby school	1.5 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 538 East California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$257,900	3	2	1,585	13,503
604 East California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	–	3	2	1,288	6,534
532 East California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$150,000	3	2	1,305	6,534
541 Commercial Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	–	3	2	1,173	6,534
528 East California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$198,000	3	2	1,437	6,130
200 South Greenlawn Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$65,000	3	2	1,449	6,098
608 East California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$250,000	4	2	1,287	6,534
601 Commercial Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$160,000	3	2	1,400	9,978
204 South Greenlawn Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$265,000	4	2	1,736	6,075
205 South Greenlawn Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$130,000	3	2	1,761	5,858
612 East California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$140,000	3	2	1,660	7,079
524 East California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$125,000	3	2	1,395	6,534
529 Commercial Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$80,000	2	1	1,006	6,551
201 South American Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$129,500	3	2	1,622	6,098
607 Commercial Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$90,000	2	1	1,464	9,766
525 Commercial Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555	$205,000	4	2	1,680	6,534

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