New Homes for Sale in Shafter, CA at Mills Ranch – Priced $30K Less Than Bakersfield With Huge Incentives!

If you’re thinking about buying a new home near Bakersfield, CA, this might be your perfect opportunity — but you’ll want to act fast. 🏃‍♀️

Right now, John Balfanz Homes has just 6 lots left in the Mills Ranch community in Shafter, CA. These are some of the last opportunities to get into this sought-after neighborhood — and the deals are hard to beat.

Why buyers are jumping on Mills Ranch in Shafter

🏠 Pricing that beats Bakersfield:
These homes are roughly $30,000 LESS than similar new construction homes in Bakersfield. That’s a huge savings right out of the gate.

🎉 Over 6% in builder incentives:
This means your closing costs are covered, plus there’s extra money to help buy down your interest rate, lowering your monthly payment.

🛠 Quality by a trusted builder:
These are built by John Balfanz Homes, one of the top local builders, known for beautiful finishes, energy efficiency, and great warranties.

Available homes at Mills Ranch // All on Huge Lots! 

• 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,441 sq ft starting at $371,340

• 4 bed, 2 bath homes from 1,844 – 2,120 sq ft, priced $399,670 – $438,040

With these builder incentives, many buyers are getting their full closing costs paid PLUS extra towards lowering their rate. That means you could get into your new home for far less upfront — and with a lower monthly payment.

These homes are expected to be move-in ready by November, perfect timing to get settled before the holidays.

Love the small-town feel but want to stay close to everything?

Living in Shafter means you’re minutes from Bakersfield, but with a quieter vibe and more open space. Mills Ranch is also just a short drive to local favorites like:

☕ Tin Cup Coffee — A charming café right in Shafter, perfect for your morning latte or catching up with friends.
🍽 Brooklyn’s BBQ — A local spot loved for their ribs and tri-tip.
🥯 Don Pepe’s Mexican Restaurant — Great tacos and friendly service.

You’ll get that small-town charm while still being just 20 minutes to major shopping and dining in Bakersfield.

These are the last lots available at Mills Ranch

Once these 6 homes are sold, that’s it for this community. If you’ve been thinking about buying new construction, now’s the time to take advantage of the pricing and incentives. 
Curious about the Shafter real estate market?

Curious about the Shafter real estate market?

Want to see how home prices are trending in Shafter, CA — or how fast homes are selling? Check out my latest Shafter Market Report for a full breakdown of listings, prices, and trends. It’s a great way to see why so many buyers are choosing Shafter over Bakersfield right now.

Click Here 👉🏻 View the Shafter Market Report

Ready to see these homes in person?
Call or text me today — I’d love to show you around and make sure you get all the builder perks possible.

Monique Diaz
Realtor CalDRE 01506717
📞 661-304-6078
👷🏻‍♀️ New Construction Specialist – Over 17 New Builds Represented in 2024
Bakersfield Real Estate Group at Watson
https://moniquediaz.bakersfieldishome.com