
Ventura, California 93001
This Historic Spanish Cottage is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $939,000—positioned well below the $988,383 Fair Market Value by 4%. This valuation gap offers $49,383 in Instant Equity. Featuring a Mint Condition Rating, the home includes a chef's kitchen with professional-grade appliances and an architect-designed Ipe deck. With its unique basement potential and prime coastal location, this property is an ideal acquisition for Owner-Occupants seeking lifestyle luxury or first-time buyers looking for a move-in ready historic asset.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 79 N Laurel Street Subject 2 bd · 1 ba · 930 sqft · $1,063 | $939,000* List Price | 2 | 1 | 930 | $1,063 | - |
A 166 N Garden Street Sold 3 bd · 3 ba · 1,812 sqft · $563 · 0.9 mi | $1,020,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,812 | $563 | 0.9 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Despite being built in 1925, this historic cottage is in mint condition with significant high-end updates. It features a recently remodeled chef's kitchen with professional-grade BlueStar appliances, pristine original hardwood floors, and a high-quality architect-designed Ipe deck. The property appears move-in ready with no visible deferred maintenance.
This 1925 Spanish cottage seamlessly blends preserved historic elements, such as original Batchelder tile and hardwood floors, with a high-end chef's kitchen featuring a BlueStar professional range.
Ideally positioned between downtown and midtown Ventura, the property offers exceptional walkability to local amenities alongside desirable ocean and mountain views.
The property features an architect-designed Ipe deck and a rare basement, providing both a premium entertaining space and significant potential to expand the livable square footage.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =3920, other record lot size in square feet = 4000. Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1840, other record living area = 910.
With only 930 square feet of the total space currently configured as livable and just one bathroom, the home may feel restrictive for growing families or those requiring more privacy.
The assigned elementary and middle schools carry lower-to-average ratings (ranging from 2 to 6), which could be a drawback for education-focused buyers.
Come see this beautiful Spanish style cottage in between downtown and midtown! The location is a perfect blend of peaceful and private, but close to the action; walkable to everything, plus ocean views. This historic 1925 cottage has been beautifully maintained and updated. A grand fireplace with original handcrafted Batchelder tile greets you at the front door. Original hardwood floors flow throughout the circular floorpan. The chef's kitchen remodel includes a BlueStar 6 burner professional gas range, and commercial hood. Just off the kitchen, an architect-designed, Ipe deck is perfect for entertaining and enjoying our California weather with every meal. The back yard holds a grandmother Avocado tree that brings shade, privacy, and beautiful filtered light to the property. (And obviously hundreds of avocados!) This rare downtown/midtown property has off street parking, and a basement! Ready for ample storage, or potential to expand your living space.Sqft is split between upstairs livable area (approx 930 sqft), and basement storage area. Broker/Agent does not guarantee the accuracy of the square footage, lot size or other information concerning the conditions or features of the property provided by the seller or obtained from Public Records or other sources. Buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of all information through personal inspection and with appropriate professionals.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.2 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.5 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 930 | 1,627.281 |
| Lot Size | 3,920.4 | 6,289.688 |
| Price | $939.0K | $960.5K |
| Price per sq ft | $1.0K | $626 |
| Built year | 1925 | 1964 |
| HOA | $0 | $203 |
| Days on market | 3 | 58 |
Oct 21, 2026
$939,000
Initial Listing
Oct 13, 2008
$425,000
Public Record