Tehachapi, CA · Neighborhood Guide
Tehachapi
Tehachapi is a mountain community 40 miles southeast of Bakersfield offering cooler temperatures, acreage properties, and a small-town lifestyle at accessible prices.
$320,000
Median Price
Tehachapi
City
Kern Co.
County
$200,000 – $900,000
Price Range
About the Neighborhood
Living in Tehachapi
Community Vibe
“Mountain escape with acreage, four seasons, and small-town charm.”
Schools
Tehachapi Elementary
K–5 · Tehachapi USD
Tehachapi Middle School
6–8 · Tehachapi USD
Tehachapi High School
9–12 · Tehachapi USD
Parks & Recreation
Tehachapi Mountain Park
CampingHiking trailsEquestrian trailsPicnic areasBrite Lake Recreation Area
FishingKayakingPicnic areas
Nearby Shops
- 🛒Vons
- 💊Rite Aid
- 🍽️Kohnen's Country Bakehouse
- 🍽️Kelcy's Restaurant
- ☕Old Town Coffee & Chocolates
Market Snapshot
$320,000
Median list price
$200,000 – $900,000
Typical price range
Tehachapi, CA · Kern County
Tehachapi sits at 3,970 feet elevation in the Tehachapi Mountains, offering a four-season climate rare in the southern San Joaquin Valley. The area attracts buyers seeking acreage, horse properties, and escape from valley heat. The small downtown has seen investment in local shops and restaurants. Commuters accept a 45–60 minute drive to Bakersfield in exchange for mountain living. Schools are served by the Tehachapi Unified School District.
Neighborhood Highlights
- Mountain elevation & 4 seasons
- Acreage & horse properties
- Small-town community
- 45 min to Bakersfield
- Lower price points
Market Snapshot
Tehachapi — Right Now
Active Listings
340
Median List
$197,100
Avg Days on Market
219 days
Sold (60d) · 60
$435,000
Stats refresh every 15 minutes from MLS data.
Active Listings in Tehachapi(6 shown)
View all$558,000
110 Clearview
$799,900
29801 Greenwater
Just Listed$25,990
17930 Mountain Climber Way
$197,100
28261 Preakness
Just Listed$470,000
26820 Stirrup Way
Just Listed$469,900
30341 Pinedale Drive
Recent Sales
Sold in Tehachapi (last 60 days)
| Address | Sold |
|---|---|
| 20020 Birdie Court | $388,000 |
| 30001 Jamaica Dunes Drive | $390,000 |
| 600 S Dennison Road | $155,000 |
| 30721 Condor | $560,000 |
| 321 Holly Drive | $485,000 |
| 20562 Tiffany Circle | $899,000 |
| 22020 Westwood | $439,000 |
| 22020 Westwood Boulevard | $439,000 |
On the Map
Where Tehachapi is
Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Tehachapi
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Tehachapi vs. nearby neighborhoods
Tehachapi vs.
Seven Oaks
| Median Price | $320,000 | $525,000 |
| Price Range | $200,000 – $900,000 | $400,000 – $1,200,000 |
| Vibe | Rural | Family-friendly |
Tehachapi vs.
Riverlakes Ranch
| Median Price | $320,000 | $440,000 |
| Price Range | $200,000 – $900,000 | $320,000 – $750,000 |
| Vibe | Rural | Family-friendly |
Tehachapi vs.
Stockdale
| Median Price | $320,000 | $560,000 |
| Price Range | $200,000 – $900,000 | $380,000 – $2,000,000+ |
| Vibe | Rural | Upscale |
Tehachapi vs.
Northwest Bakersfield
| Median Price | $320,000 | $395,000 |
| Price Range | $200,000 – $900,000 | $295,000 – $650,000 |
| Vibe | Rural | Growing |
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