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1806 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301

17,160 SF office building with a full ground-floor bank layout, including vault and safe deposit boxes.

Property Size17,160 SF
Days on Market149

Property Features for 1806 Chester Ave

General Information

Standard status Pending
Size 17,160 SF
Property subtype Office
Listing Agency: Watson Realty
Listed By: Chuck Naus · License #CA 00956650
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 11 Changed: Aug 26 Last Checked: Aug 30 at 9:09PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 17,160 SF office building is the former administrative headquarters of Community First Bank. The ground floor includes the bank area with a vault and safe deposit boxes, along with open and private offices and rest rooms. Upper floors are set up with conference rooms, a wet bar and kitchen, rest rooms, a record vault, and private offices, including some with fireplaces. The property also includes a steam/shower room. The seller reports discovering art-deco paint and mosaic ceilings after removing ceiling tiles on the top floor.

A rear entrance provides access from an adjoining building, and the two buildings can be sold or leased together or separately.

The building’s interior configuration reflects its prior institutional use, offering multiple secured areas and a mix of open office, private office, and meeting spaces.

Key Highlights

  • 17,160 SF former Community First Bank administrative headquarters building
  • Ground floor bank layout includes vault, safe deposit boxes, offices, and rest rooms
  • Upper floors offer conference rooms, wet bar, kitchen, rest rooms, and record vault

Property Analytics

Current Use

Smiley's Deals Discount Store SMG Collective (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Parking Lot & Garage Hair Salon

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

571
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 93301, CA

14,518
Population
6,202
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
33
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
83%
High-School Grad
4.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,376
Density / Sq Mi
$40,725
Median Household Income
$36,623
Median Earnings
$1,129
Median Rent
$264,300
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in West region

11% 2019
14.1% 2020
15.5% 2021
17.2% 2022
19.9% 2023
21% 2024
20.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - 17,160 SF office building with a full ground-floor bank layout, including vault and safe deposit boxes.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 1806 Chester Ave Bakersfield, CA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 17,160 SF former Community First Bank administrative headquarters building; Ground floor bank layout includes vault, safe deposit boxes, offices, and rest rooms; Upper floors offer conference rooms, wet bar, kitchen, rest rooms, and record vault
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