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Sold for $1,600,000
    • Listed by: LIV Sothebys Ojai • Jon Riddell • 805-798-3001
    Bought with: LIV Sothebys Ojai
    Tax assessed value
    $1,600,000

    171 McNell Rd, Ojai, CA 93023

    6beds
    3,144sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1947
    1.05 Acres Lot
    $1,625,500 Zestimate®
    $509/sqft
    $-- Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,625,500

    $1.48M - $1.79M

    Not available

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    What's special

    Original charmLarge screened-in porchPrivate courtyardSpace for gardensDetached garagePrivate one-acre parcelOriginal windows
    Welcome to the Gallery of Historical Figures Discover a rare opportunity to own a historic Ojai artist's studio and residence. Situated in the desirable East End of Ojai on a private one-acre parcel, this 1947 home blends timeless California character with a remarkable artistic legacy.The 6-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom property was the former home and workshop of George S. Stuart, the world-renowned sculptor and historian best known for creating more than 400 lifelike, quarter-scale museum-quality historical figures. His works have been exhibited in prestigious institutions across the United States and remain in the permanent collection of the Museum of Ventura County. This is the first time the property has been offered for sale, making it an exceptional piece of Ojai real estate.The residence retains its original charm, featuring hardwood floors, a vintage country kitchen, original windows, a private courtyard off the dining room, and a large screened-in porch perfect for indoor-outdoor living in Ojai's Mediterranean climate.The grounds offer versatile amenities including a detached garage, a large outbuilding ideal for a workshop or creative studio, and the convenience of a private well and septic system. With space for gardens, art, or expansion, the property provides both privacy and flexibility.This extraordinary Ojai property offers more than a home it is a chance to own a piece of California art history, a space suited for collectors, creatives, and those seeking a truly inspired lifestyle.

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    Listed by:

    Jon Riddell DRE #01997142 805-798-3001,

    LIV Sothebys Ojai

    Bought with:

    Erik Wilde, DRE #01461074

    LIV Sothebys Ojai

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: V1-32687MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Laundry, Living Room, Dining Room
    Bathroom
    • Features: Bathtub, Full Bath on Main Level, Tub Shower
    Kitchen
    • Features: Laminate Counters
    Heating
    • Fireplace(s), Wall Furnace
    Cooling
    • Evaporative Cooling
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Water Heater, Dryer
    • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Country Kitchen, Storage
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Doors: French Doors, Panel Doors, Sliding Doors
    • Windows: Screens, Wood Frames
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 3,144 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 8
    • Parking features: None
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 6
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Safe Emergency Egress from Home, Parking
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Entry location: Ground
    • Patio & porch: Front Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Rain Gutters
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Fencing: Block,Stone
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountain(s)
    Lot
    • Size: 1.05 Acres
    • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Corner Lot, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Level, Secluded, Trees
    Details
    • Additional structures: Outbuilding
    • Parcel number: 0290081095
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Raised
    • Roof: Asphalt,Asbestos Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1947

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Standard
    • Sewer: Aerobic Septic
    • Water: Well
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Not Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Biking, Gutter(s), Hiking, Rural
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, 24 Hour Security, Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
    • Subdivision: Ojai: Other
    Location
    • Region: Ojai

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $509/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,600,000
    • Date on market: 10/4/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 54 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/16/2026Sold$1,600,000-8.6%$509/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #V1-32687 Report a problem
    12/23/2025Contingent$1,750,000$557/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #V1-32687 Report a problem
    12/1/2025Price change$1,750,000-5.4%$557/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #V1-32687 Report a problem
    11/11/2025Listed for sale$1,850,000$588/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #V1-32687 Report a problem
    10/17/2025Pending sale$1,850,000$588/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #V1-32687 Report a problem
    10/4/2025Listed for sale$1,850,000$588/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #V1-32687 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $1,600,000 +1094.6%
    2025$1,450 +5.8%$133,936 +2%
    2024$1,371 $131,310 +2%
    2023$1,371 +2%$128,736 +2%
    2022$1,344 +0.5%$126,212 +2%
    2021$1,337 +2.5%$123,738 +1%
    2020$1,304 +3.2%$122,471 +2%
    2019$1,264 +0.8%$120,070 +2%
    2018$1,253 +2.2%$117,717 +2%
    2017$1,226 +1.8%$115,409 +2%
    2016$1,205 +0.7%$113,147 +1.5%
    2015$1,196 +5.1%$111,449 +2%
    2014$1,138 $109,268 +0.5%
    2013-- $108,776 +2%
    2012-- $106,645 +2%
    2011-- $104,555 +0.5%
    2009-- $104,023 +4%
    2007-- $99,986 +2%
    2006-- $98,026 +2%
    2005-- $96,105 +3.9%
    2003-- $92,496 +2%
    2002-- $90,683 +2%
    2001$935 +2.9%$88,906 +2%
    2000$909 $87,163
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    Neighborhood: 93023

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