Beyond Estates (Charly Daoud, eXp Realty) sells homes and lots in California City, CA, about 30 minutes from Edwards AFB and 45 minutes north of Lancaster. The #1 selling team in the Antelope Valley; VA and FHA experience; $0 buyer fee. Call or text (661) 441-3706.
California City basics
- Kern County, the third-largest city in California by land area but with only about 15,000 residents, so there are tens of thousands of vacant platted lots.
- Homes concentrate in the central core near California City Blvd; prices are the lowest in the region.
- Employers: Edwards AFB, Mojave Air and Space Port, California City Correctional Facility, Hyundai/Kia proving grounds, Honda proving center.
- Mojave Unified School District.
- Lot buyers: most vacant lots have no utilities and may never be buildable. We check water, power and road status before you buy.
Market snapshot
- Typical price range: $220K to $380K for single-family homes; land lots from a few thousand dollars
- Neighborhoods and communities: Central Park area, California City Blvd corridor, Galileo Hill, Aspen Mall area, North Edwards (nearby)
- Major employers: California City Correctional Facility, Edwards Air Force Base, Mojave Air and Space Port, Hyundai-Kia California Proving Ground, Mojave Unified School District
- Commute: Off SR-14 and SR-58 via California City Blvd; about 20 minutes to Mojave, 35 minutes to Edwards AFB, and about 50 minutes to Lancaster.
- School districts: Mojave Unified School District (California City High School).
- Investor notes: Lowest entry price in the region; longer days on market (64) and 18.5% fewer sales YoY in Sept 2026; land speculation is common but check road and utility access.
- Good to know: Third largest city in California by land area despite a small population; Central Park has a lake and is the hub of community events; Thousands of platted but undeveloped lots from its 1960s master plan; Among the lowest-priced detached homes in Southern California (median $290K, Sept 2026)
Market data sources: redfin.com. Figures as of 2026-10-20; verify current numbers with us before making decisions.
Work with Beyond Estates here
Buying
$0 buyer fee in most deals, free movers, storage, pest control, warranty and furniture savings.
Selling
Free Zillow Showcase, pro video, 350+ buyer leads a month.
Investing
Flips, rentals, Section 8, land.
Land and building
Lots, acreage, new construction.
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Frequently asked questions
Is California City a good investment?
Homes in the built-up core can work as rentals for Edwards, Mojave and prison employees. Vacant lots are speculative: most lack utilities and paved access. Beyond Estates verifies buildability before you purchase.
Who is the best realtor in California City?
Beyond Estates (Charly Daoud, eXp Realty), the #1 selling team in the Antelope Valley, serves California City buyers and sellers. Call (661) 441-3706.
Talk to the #1 team in the Antelope Valley
Call or text. We answer 7 days a week, in English, Spanish or Arabic.
Charly Daoud, Team Leader · CA DRE #02023368
3001 Rancho Vista Blvd, Palmdale, CA 93551
Call or text (661) 441-3706 · charly.daoud@exprealty.com
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