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Bakersfield,CA 93304
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,447 sqft
Price per Sqft $255
MLS Listing ID CRPI25082780
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 8
Year Built 1888
Lot Size 1.557 Acres
Property Sub-Type Detached
Property Description
A landmark of Bakersfield history, this breathtaking estate, built in 1888, was once home to W.B. Camp, the famed Cotton King'' and world statesman. A gathering place for politicians, business magnates, and even President Franklin D. Roosevelt, it carries a legacy as rich as its surroundings! The3 bedroom, 4.5 baths residence boasts 4,200 feet, and is resplendent with carefully preserved historical elements, and also perfectly blended together with fabulous updates for modern appeal and conveniences. This home's exquisite charm continues throughout the three guest, tenant, or office quarters. Set on 1.57 acres of resort-like grounds, this privately enclosed sanctuary offers colorful gardens, towering trees, a picturesque gazebo, and a bubbling stream. Birds serenade the peaceful setting, while an outdoor kitchen and wisteria-draped dining is perfect for hosting unforgettable gatherings! Seize this serendipitous opportunity to create your own rich history and legacy! There are 3 darling separate ADU's totally 2213 sq.ft. of additional living space.
Location
State CA
County Kern
Interior
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Fireplaces Type Family Room,Other
Laundry Laundry Room,Inside
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool None
View None
Building
Lot Description Other,Street Light(s),Landscape Misc
Story 2
Water Public
Schools
School District Kern Union High