OFFERS DUE FRIDAY AT 2PM.Positioned on a peaceful cul-de-sac just three blocks east of Ventura College, this single-story gem built in 1962 features 4 generous bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and offers ample room to grow and customize in 2,070 square feet of living space on a substantial 7,200 square foot lot.For the first time on the market since 1968, this home retains its original charm and is a true blank slate with great bones, ready for a new owner to bring it into the modern era. Whether you're a contractor looking for your next project or a homebuyer with a vision to 'make it your own,' this property is an ideal canvas.The layout includes a unique feature - a second, separate front entry to the large fourth bedroom. This offers potential to create a locked-off granny flat or an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), providing flexibility for multi-generational living or an income-generating rental.Situated less than 1 mile from the expansive Arroyo Verde Park, residents can enjoy 132 acres of hiking trails, open grass areas, a popular dog park, and modern playgrounds, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike. Additionally, the property is less than 5 miles from the vibrant Ventura Harbor and the stunning beaches of Ventura, placing coastal leisure and seaside dining at your doorstep.This home is a remarkable opportunity for those looking to invest in a property with the potential to become a tailored sanctuary. Seize the chance to transform this well-located residence into your dream home. Don't let this exceptional find pass you by--your future in Ventura starts here!
Sold for $990,000
Listed by: BHHS California Properties • Roylin Downs • Contact: (805) 850-5443
Bought with: BHHS California Properties
$990,000
159 Stratford Ave, Ventura, CA 93003
4beds
2,070sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
7,200 Square Feet Lot
$1,088,200 Zestimate®
$478/sqft
$6,564 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listed by:
Roylin Downs DRE #01065591 (805)850-5443,
BHHS California Properties
Bought with:
Suzzi Koenig-Brown, DRE #02142536
BHHS California Properties
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: V1-23431
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Unfurnished, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,070 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Stairs
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 7,200 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Level, Sprinklers None
Details
- Parcel number: 0820120315
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Campus View 1 - 0253
Location
- Region: Ventura
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $478/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,009,800
- Annual tax amount: $11,054
- Date on market: 5/9/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Exclusions: Seller's personal property in the garage
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/14/2024 | Sold | $990,000-0.5%$478/sqft |
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| 6/10/2024 | Pending sale | $995,000$481/sqft |
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| 5/28/2024 | Contingent | $995,000$481/sqft |
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| 5/22/2024 | Price change | $995,000-5.2%$481/sqft |
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| 5/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000$507/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,054 +797.7% | $1,009,800 +814.1% |
| 2024 | $1,231 | $110,475 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,231 +7% | $108,309 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,150 +1.7% | $106,186 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,131 +0.9% | $104,104 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,121 +1.8% | $103,038 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,101 +1.7% | $101,019 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,083 +1.8% | $99,039 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,063 +1.7% | $97,098 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,045 +1.6% | $95,195 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,029 +1.4% | $93,767 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,014 | $91,932 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $91,519 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $89,726 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $87,967 +0.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $87,521 +4% |
| 2007 | -- | $84,125 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $82,476 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $80,860 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $77,825 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $76,300 +2% |
| 2001 | $771 +2.4% | $74,805 +2% |
| 2000 | $753 | $73,339 |
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Neighborhood: Ventura College
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