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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for November 2026.*
*Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Bakersfield real estate market. *
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Bakersfield currently leans strongly toward sellers, with the market gauge at the highest level. Only one active listing and one home sold in the latest rolling three-month period point to very tight inventory. Homes are still spending about 41 days on the market, showing that properties are moving at a measured but steady pace.
Prices in this rolling three-month view show mixed trends compared with last year. The typical home value is down sharply year over year, yet the median list price has risen by double digits, suggesting sellers are testing higher price points even as closed sale prices move lower.
Demand indicators look firm, with 100 percent of recent sales closing above list price and an average sale-to-list ratio above 102 percent. Compared with a year ago, homes are taking longer to sell, but still far less time than at some earlier points in the historical data. With so few listings coming to market and nearly all sales going under contract successfully, conditions clearly favor sellers, and Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who understands how to navigate this low-inventory environment.
Bakersfield offers residents a welcoming, close-knit community with abundant outdoor recreation and convenient local services that support an active, fulfilling lifestyle.
Bakersfield feels distinctly rural compared with larger nearby hubs like St. Albans or Burlington. Here, dairy farms, dirt roads, and long views toward the Green Mountains still define daily life, and neighbors often know each other by name and by family.
The small village center is anchored by the Bakersfield Town Offices, the Goodrich Memorial Library in nearby Newport, and the local post office, creating a modest but genuine sense of place. Outdoor time is a way of life. Residents enjoy nearby Berkshire Town Park for walking and picnics, while larger trail networks and skiing are within easy reach of Jay Peak Resort. Families often connect through the Bakersfield Elementary School, youth sports, and town events.
Commuters appreciate that Bakersfield provides a quieter alternative to Milton or Essex, yet retail, healthcare, and employment are still accessible in Franklin County and the broader northwest region. Housing ranges from long-held farm properties to modest starter homes on back roads, and inventory can shift quickly with seasonal demand and limited stock.
Whether you are planning to list a long-time family property or hoping to secure a home before the next market swing, timing and preparation matter in a small community like Bakersfield. Agent Pronto can connect you with a local real estate professional who understands the area and can guide both buyers and sellers with confidence.
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“Stella Kocharyan is an absolute powerhouse in residential real estate. She demonstrated unmatched efficiency, deep market expertise, and total dedication by navigating every detail of our transaction and getting it closed in just 10 days. Her professionalism and proactive communication made the entire process seamless. I recommend Stella to anyone looking for a top-tier real estate agent in Maryland.”
“Dan Simms is an exceptional real estate agent who was attentive to all of our needs . Throughout the purchase of my new home and the sale of my previous home. He consistently went above and beyond, remaining readily available whenever we needed him. Dan acted as a seamless liaison between us ,the attorneys and both parties involved to bring everything together for a successful closing. We highly recommend Dan to any perspective clients. we absolutely adore our new home. Dan is not only a great realtor he is also a great friend. Thank you Dan !”
“Brittany was so confident and optimistic from day one and made herself available any time of day, with very prompt communication on any request or update! She came prepared before even meeting me, educated on comparisons and providing examples from the start! She even had a strategy, and always thought in the markets shoes, determining when is the best day, or even time of day to update or post my listing! She had my back the whole time, and gave her honest opinion and advice for counter offers, and asking price, while also respecting my decision the whole time! I am thankful she helped me sell my townhome, in under 40 days on the market! 👏👏”
“I happened to meet Allison because she sold our neighbors home and just new immediately that when we decided to sell our home that she was the one ! It was about 2 years later when we decided and Allison was our first call ! She came over immediately , her professional knowledge of parkland is like know other , but her kindness and direction was just as equal ! We couldn't be happier , the house was sold in the first month !!!!”
“Ryan was professional, honest, available and knowledgeable. Would have Ryan as agent again.”
“We just closed on a house in Petalum, Ca. We currently live on the east coast. Denise was just great as our agent, and despite the long distance we were able to find the right property, evaluate and negotiate the purchase. We very much appreciated working with her thoughout this process. She's very warm, personable and easy to deal with, and throughout she was always available, involved, positive and 'working at it'. She was very responsive and sensitive to our needs and concerns and with sound and thoughful advice, and comradery, guided us. Denise obviously likes her work, knows and values the community and has good connections to tradesmen, contractors and others that are in the real estate community. This provided us with good recommendations in assessing the property we chose as well as getting us set up to do renovations and for future service needs. Thank you Denise.”
“Very accessible, knowledgeable, and great to work with.”
“I would recommend Andrew and his team to anyone that's both looking to buy or sell. The team is very knowledgable, patient and will take as much time as you need to answer all your questions.”
“As first time home buyers, Natasha was very helpful and communicated very well throughout the entire process. She helped to reassure us about things we were unaware of. And she fought for us every step of the way to get us the best deal and terms for our home!”
“Very professional team player took care of business very professionally from the start. I worked with Alot of realtors before she was definitely the most professional by far.”
“Eric Ropp kept me in the loop on everything he did. Eric was very informative with me.”
“I have used Adam several times in the past few couple of decades to handle my real estate needs because of his genuine quality and professionalism. I would refer him to anyone that need real estate needs.”
“This was a very difficult piece of property to sell and Randy came through. Excellent communication including regular updates on activity.”
“My sisters and I had 4 properties with homes we were selling to make a move to another state. Marianne helped us navigate the sells of each home and property with as much ease as possible. It was overwhelming for myself sometimes because I was the main caregiver of my sisters and their properties. Marianne was right there every step of the way, helping me through some stressful times and working through things with ease. I don't think I'd have gottenthrough it if it wasn't for her so I give her a 10/10.. She was one of the sweetest and most understanding ladies that I've spoken with while navigating these sales.”
“I thoroughly enjoyed working with Morris and his team. They were very personable and made sure all of my questions were answered and even asked questions I didn't think of to ask. They made sure I understood and had all the information I needed for a successful closing. I highly recommend them.”
“Aundrea Hartzog was fantastic to work with! She communicated extremely well between all parties and was always available to answer questions and provide outstanding guidance. She made the whole experience enjoyable and stress free. Thank you, Aundrea, we appreciate your expertise!!”
“Yuranhi me ayudo desde El dia 1 me siento muy feliz de haber la elegido a Ella y considero seguir usando a yuranhi para mis proximas compras”
“Chad was wonderful to work with, He guided us through the process and made everything seemless. He offered advice when needed and truely had our best interest at heart. We would gladly recommend Chad without hesitation!”
“She is awesome lady. Helped me a lot. Thanks to her”
“Absolutely loved working with Paul Miller. He always answered the phone and was very patient with us as we took 2 years to find a property that worked for us. Our favorite realtor to have ever worked with and would highly recommend him to our friends and family who hope to relocate to Arizona as well.”
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