Kern County Property Search by Owner Name, Address & Parcel
Use this property search tool to quickly find Kern County property records by owner name, property address, parcel ID, city, or ZIP code. Access detailed property information in one place with fast and accurate search results.
Incorporated Cities
11
Total Parcels
430,000
Median Home Value
$338,300
Data Updated
August 2026
Kern County Property Tax, Maps & More Property Resources
Explore additional Kern County and California State property resources designed to help homeowners, buyers, investors, and real estate professionals. Access official property tax tools, area specific tax rates, zoning maps, and up to date housing market insights to make more informed property decisions.
Tax Calculator
Estimate your annual Kern County property taxes using your property's assessed value.
Property Tax Rates
Explore Kern County property tax rates by tax district, assessment area, and Tax Rate Area (TRA).
Zoning & Maps
View zoning maps, parcel boundaries, GIS layers, flood zones, and land use information.
Real Estate Updates
Discover the latest Kern County housing trends, home values, sales activity, and market insights.
About the Kern County Property Assessor
The Kern County Property Assessor is responsible for identifying, valuing, and maintaining records for taxable real and personal property throughout the county. The office keeps property ownership, parcel, and assessment information up to date, making many public records accessible while supporting a fair and accurate property tax system.
Services & Records Managed by the Assessor
The Kern County Property Assessor oversees a wide range of property records and assessment services, ensuring accurate valuations, ownership information, parcel data, and other public records are properly maintained and updated.
- Property ownership records
- Assessed property values
- Parcel and APN records
- Assessment maps and GIS data
- Property tax assessment rolls
- Homeowner and veteran exemptions
- Business personal property records
- (661) 868-3485
- 1115 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301
- https://www.kerncounty.com/
Kern County Real Estate Market Trends (2025–2026)
Kern County’s real estate market experienced notable changes during 2025 and 2026, with shifts in home prices, property sales, lending activity, and foreclosure levels shaping the local housing landscape. Market conditions varied over the period as buyers, sellers, and financing activity responded to changing real estate trends.
Kern County Housing Market Trends (2025–2026)
The chart highlights how home prices, lending activity, sales volume, and foreclosure trends shifted across Kern County between 2025 and 2026.
Median Home Prices Continued to Reach New Highs
Median sales prices increased from $382,000 in January 2025 to $412,000 in June, reaching $416,500 in June 2026 before easing to $414,000 in July, showing continued market strength.
Buyers Needed Larger Down Payments
Median down payments rose from $38,200 in January 2025 to $41,200 in June, reaching $41,650 in May 2026 before the unusual $414,000 July figure in the provided data.
Home Sales Remained Strong Throughout Spring
Homes sold increased from 640 in January 2025 to 1,060 in June, while 2026 reached 1,110 sales in June before easing to 1,040 in July, reflecting strong activity.
Purchase and Refinance Loans Followed Different Trends
Purchase loans increased from 512 in January 2025 to 848 in June, reaching 888 in June 2026 before declining to 832 in July. Refinance loans followed a different pattern.
HELOC Activity Reflected Growing Home Equity
HELOC loans increased from 185 in January 2025 to 295 in June, reaching 310 in June 2026 before declining to 270 in July, indicating continued home-equity borrowing activity.
Foreclosure Filings and Starts Increased Gradually
Foreclosure filings peaked at 168 in October 2025, while 2026 reached 145 in February before ending at 115 in July. Foreclosure starts peaked at 113 in October 2025.
Completed Foreclosures Stayed Relatively Low
How to Search in Kern County Property Tool
Finding property information is simple with our Kern County Property Search tool. Use any of the search options below to locate ownership details, parcel information, property assessments, tax records, sales history, and other publicly available property records within seconds.
Enter the property owner’s first or last name into the search box and click Search. The tool will display all matching properties along with available ownership records, parcel details, assessed values, tax information, and related public records.
Type the complete property address or a portion of the address and click Search. Matching property records will appear, including ownership details, parcel number, assessment data, tax records, sales history, and other available information.
Enter the property’s Parcel ID (APN) and start the search. The tool will retrieve the exact property record associated with that parcel, including ownership, assessments, tax information, parcel characteristics, and recorded public data.
Enter a Kern County ZIP Code and click Search to browse properties located within that area. The results will include available ownership records, parcel details, assessments, and other public property information.
Select or enter a city within Kern County and perform your search. The tool will display property records for that city, allowing you to explore ownership, parcel information, tax data, assessments, and related public records.
Use the Advanced Search option to combine multiple search filters for more accurate results. Narrow your search using available property details to quickly locate the exact public record you’re looking for.
What Information Will You Find After Search in Kern County Property Tool?
After completing your search, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive collection of publicly available Kern County property records. The search results are organised into the categories below, making it easy to review ownership, parcel details, assessments, tax information, building characteristics, and other property-related records.
Property Identification Details
Confirm a property’s unique identity using official assessment records and primary ownership identifiers.
- Assessor's Parcel Number (APN)
- Assessor Reference ID
- Assessment Roll Year
- Property Category
- Land Use Type
- Property Use Classification
Location & Parcel Information
Access detailed location data and legal parcel information used to identify the property.
- Site Address
- City and ZIP Code
- Tax Rate Area (TRA)
- Legal Parcel Description
- GPS Coordinates
- Region & Assessment Cluster Codes
Building & Structural Details
Review key physical and residential characteristics of the property and its improvements.
- Original Construction Year
- Effective Construction Year
- Building Size (Sq. Ft.)
- Total Structures
- Bed & Bath Count
- Residential Unit Count
Property Value & Assessment Records
View assessment figures used by the county to determine taxable property values.
- Assessed Land Value
- Building Improvement Value
- Total Assessed Value
- Taxable Assessment Value
- Base Year Assessment
- Assessment Exemptions
Property Tax & Exemption Information
Review available tax records, exemption details, and the property’s current tax status.
- Homeowners' Exemption
- Real Property Exemption
- Fixture Exemption
- Personal Property Exemption
- Taxable Property Status
- Total Exemption Value
Additional Property Records
Explore supporting public records that provide additional historical and assessment information.
- Record Filing Date
- Property Site Location
- Land & Improvement History
- Address Components
- Parcel Reference Information
- Public Assessment Records
Cities & Communities in Kern County
Kern County is home to a mix of incorporated cities and unincorporated communities, each offering unique residential, commercial, and rural property opportunities. Browse the locations below to explore property records, ownership details, parcel information, and assessment data across the county.
Bakersfield City
Arvin City
California City
Delano City
Maricopa City
McFarland City
Ridgecrest City
Shafter City
Taft City
Tehachapi City
Wasco City
Bear Valley Springs
Bodfish
Boron
Buttonwillow
China Lake Acres
Edwards Air Force Base
Ford City
Frazier Park
Golden Hills
Greenacres
Greenfield
Inyokern
Kernville
Lake Isabella
Lamont
Lebec
Lost Hills
Mojave
North Edwards
Oildale
Pine Mountain Club
Rosamond
Rosedale
South Taft
Stallion Springs
Taft Heights
Weedpatch
Weldon
Wofford Heights
Nearby Counties You Can Search
Your property search doesn’t have to stop at Kern County. If you’re researching nearby areas, you can also explore property records, parcel information, ownership details, assessments, and tax data for neighbouring California counties. You can search property data in the counties linked below.
Kern County California Property & Real Estate Information
| Property & County Information | Kern County Details |
|---|---|
| County | Kern County |
| State | California (CA) |
| County Seat | Bakersfield |
| Incorporated Cities | 11 Cities |
| Population | Approximately 927,000 Residents |
| Housing Units | Approximately 314,600 Housing Units |
| Median Home Value | Approximately $338,300 |
| Base Property Tax Rate | 1% of Assessed Value (Proposition 13, excluding local assessments) |
| Primary Property Types | Single Family, Multi Family, Agricultural, Commercial, Industrial & Vacant Land |
| Assessment Standard | California Proposition 13 Assessment System |
| Property Search Options | Owner Name, Property Address, Parcel ID (APN), City, ZIP Code & Advanced Search |
| Property Records Available | Ownership Records, Assessed Values, Tax Information, Parcel Details, Building Information & Sales History |
| Official Assessor Office | Kern County Assessor-Recorder |
| Property Tax Collection | Kern County Treasurer-Tax Collector |
| Parcel & GIS Maps | Available Through Kern County GIS Mapping Services |
| Flood Zone Information | Available Through FEMA Flood Map Service Center |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time (PT) |
FAQ's
How can I search for a property in Kern County?
You can locate a property by entering details such as a property address, Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN), city, ZIP Code, or other available search criteria. Once the search is complete, the system displays the matching public property records available for that parcel.
What is an APN, and why is it important?
An Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) is a unique identifier assigned to every taxable parcel in Kern County. It helps distinguish one property from another and is commonly used for property searches, tax records, assessment information, and legal documents.
What information is included in a Kern County property record?
A property record may include parcel details, assessed value, land and improvement values, building characteristics, tax information, ownership history, sales history, legal descriptions, and other publicly available assessment records.
Is the information shown in the property search tool official?
The records displayed are compiled from publicly available county property data. While every effort is made to keep the information current, users should verify important legal or financial details with the Kern County Assessor-Recorder before making decisions
What is the difference between assessed value and market value?
The assessed value is used to calculate property taxes and is determined according to California assessment laws. Market value represents the estimated price a property could sell for under current market conditions, and the two figures are often different.
How does Proposition 13 affect property taxes?
California’s Proposition 13 generally limits the annual increase in a property’s assessed value unless ownership changes or qualifying improvements are made. This system helps determine how annual property taxes are calculated.
What is a supplemental property assessment?
A supplemental assessment is created when a property changes ownership or new construction is completed. It reflects the updated assessed value and may result in an additional property tax bill outside the regular annual tax cycle.
Can I view parcel maps for a property?
Yes. Many Kern County properties include parcel map information that helps identify property boundaries, parcel dimensions, and neighbouring parcels. Official parcel maps are available through the county’s mapping services.
What is the difference between the Assessor's Office and the Recorder's Office?
The Assessor’s Office determines taxable property values and maintains assessment records, while the Recorder’s Office is responsible for recording legal documents such as deeds, ownership transfers, and other official property filings.
How often are Kern County property records updated?
Property records are updated as new assessments, ownership transfers, recorded documents, parcel changes, and other official county actions become available. The timing of updates depends on when the information is processed by the appropriate county office.