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Bank of the Sierra 8500 Ming Ave 3,987 SF Retail Building Bakersfield, CA 93311 $2,089,315 ($524.03/SF) 6% Cap Rate



Investment Highlights
- Positioned within the Bakersfield MSA
- Direct proximity to California State University Bakersfield (CSUB) (10,500 students)
- Average household income exceeds $135,000 within one mile
- Bank of the Sierra (NASDAQ: BSRR) maintains an investment-grade credit rating (BBB+ from Kroll Bond Rating Agency)
- Over 273,000 residents within a five-mile radius
- Absolute NNN – No landlord responsibilities
Executive Summary
The 3,987 square-foot building is located in southwest Bakers?eld, directly adjacent to California State University Bakers?eld (CSUB), which enrolls roughly 10,500 students and generates consistent daily traffic and demand. The property is surrounded by several major thoroughfares including Old River Road (38,000 VPD), Gosford Road (43,000 VPD), and Stockdale Highway (31,000 VPD). The area features a strong population base of over 273,000 residents within a ?ve-mile radius and affluent demographics, with average household income exceeding $135,000 within one mile. The property is a short walk from The Marketplace, a vibrant shopping destination occupied by Vons, Ulta Beauty, Regal Cinemas, Starbucks, Applebee’s, Famous Dave’s, Bank of America, and Carl’s Jr. Additional demand drivers include the nearby Dignity Health – Mercy Hospital Southwest along with major office tenants including Morgan Stanley, Parsons, Aera Energy, California Resources Corporation, and several others.
Bank of the Sierra, a subsidiary of Sierra Bancorp (NASDAQ: BSRR), stands as the largest independent community bank headquartered in California’s southern San Joaquin Valley. Founded on September 14, 1977, in Porterville, California, with one branch, 11 employees, and $1.5 million in initial assets, the bank—headquartered at 86 N. Main Street in Porterville—has grown impressively to $3.83 billion in total assets (a strong 6.0% increase from $3.61 billion at December 31, 2024), nearly $3 billion in deposits, 35–36 full-service branches plus loan production offices, and approximately 476–500 employees as of late 2025. Serving retail and commercial banking needs across Tulare, Kern, Kings, Fresno, Ventura, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles counties
Property Facts
Amenities
- Pylon Sign
- Drive Thru
Major Tenants
- Tenant
- Industry
- SF Occupied
- Rent/SF
- Lease End
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- Finance and Insurance
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- Dec 2041
Bank of the Sierra’s story began on September 14, 1977, in the close-knit farming community of Porterville, California. They opened with one branch and a decisive mission to help their neighbors prosper. Since then, they’ve grown to become the largest independent bank headquartered in California’s southern San Joaquin Valley, with full-service branches delivering a full range of retail and commercial banking and lending services. Bank of the Sierra also maintains an online branch and they’ve developed a robust suite of online and mobile tools for individuals and businesses. Their customers get access to surcharge-free ATMs plus expanded digital payment options via the Allpoint® and PULSE® networks.
| Tenant | Industry | SF Occupied | Rent/SF | Lease End | ||
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Finance and Insurance | - | - | Dec 2041 |
Nearby Major Retailers
Property Taxes
| Parcel Number | 390-060-20-00-0 | Improvements Assessment | $2,461,260 |
| Land Assessment | $1,083,240 | Total Assessment | $3,544,500 |
Property Taxes
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Bank of the Sierra | 8500 Ming Ave
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