Classic Ojai Cottage Charm on Nearly Half an Acre!Cute and full of original character, this delightful 1940s cottage sits on an expansive 17,424 sq. ft. lot, offering a wonderful combination of charm, space, and possibility. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and approximately 1,146 sq. ft., the home retains its original wood floors, plaster walls, and a distinctive midcentury fireplace that adds to its vintage personality. The comfortable floor plan offers a surprisingly spacious kitchen with ample prep space, a separate dining room, laundry room, and an additional family room overlooking the backyard.Lovingly cared for by the same owners for over 30 years, the property has benefited from very recent improvements, including a newer roof, sewer lateral, and plumbing, while retaining much of its original charm.The real standout is the expansive, nearly half-acre lot! Established gardens and mature fruit trees create an ever-changing landscape that reveals its beauty throughout the seasons. There's an abundance of parking, including room for RVs, boats, and recreational toys, with convenient vehicle access to the backyard. A covered patio, detached garage, and additional storage space add to the property's versatility. Whether you envision expanding the gardens, creating an orchard, adding a pool, or exploring the potential for additional living space, there's plenty of room to dream.And don't overlook the accessible unfinished attic! Currently offering storage potential, this intriguing space invites imagination, with possibilities to explore such as adding dormers and creating an art studio, playroom, or creative retreat, subject to applicable approvals.Set in a peaceful location with convenient access in and out of Ojai, this special property offers the charm of yesterday with the space and opportunity to create something uniquely your own.
For sale
$949,000
1303 Cruzero St, Ojai, CA 93023
2beds
1baths
1,146sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
0.4 Acres Lot
$928,100 Zestimate®
$828/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mature fruit treesDistinctive midcentury fireplaceDetached garageSeparate dining roomOriginal wood floorsPlaster wallsCovered patio
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Listed by:
Amanda Stanworth 805-218-8117,
Berkshire Hathaway Home,
Teresa Rooney 805-340-8928,
Berkshire Hathaway Home
Source: Ojai Valley BOR,MLS#: 225442
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Appliances
- Included: Gas, Oven, Range
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,146
- Total interior livable area: 1,146 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Fencing: Front Yard,Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0180111110
- Zoning: RE1AC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ojai
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $828/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $289,866
- Date on market: 10/10/2026
Estimated market value
$928,100
$882,000 - $975,000
$3,379/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $949,000+433.1%$828/sqft |
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| 5/19/1998 | Sold | $178,000$155/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $289,866 +2% |
| 2025 | $3,891 +6.3% | $284,183 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,660 | $278,611 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,660 +1.1% | $273,149 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,619 -0.7% | $267,794 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,644 +2.5% | $262,544 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,556 +2.9% | $259,854 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,455 +1% | $254,760 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,419 +1.7% | $249,766 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,363 +1.3% | $244,870 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,319 +0.9% | $240,070 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,291 +4.5% | $236,465 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,150 | $231,835 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $230,789 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $226,264 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $221,828 +0.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $220,697 +4% |
| 2007 | -- | $212,129 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $207,971 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $203,894 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $196,235 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $192,388 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,443 +2.4% | $188,616 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,385 | $184,918 |
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Neighborhood: 93023
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Ojai District
Source: Ojai Valley BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.



