ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT$795,000

253 257 Cedar Street, Ventura, California 93001

2Beds

1Bath

1,232Sqft

9,147Lot

Year Built

1926

List price

$795K

Original List price

$1.85M

Price/Sqft

HOA

Days on market

Sold On

MLS number

V1-30710

Home ConditionFair

Features

Excellent View: Coastline, Hills, Neighborhood

Deck

Patio

ViewCoastline, Hills, Neighborhood

About this home

Charming 1,232 sq ft vintage Spanish-style home with 2 bedrooms and 1bath, showcasing original built-ins, doorknobs, sconces and a claw-foottub. Rich wood floors complement the warmth and character. A cozy fireplace in the living room enhances the ambiance, making it an inviting retreat. There is an office, or possible third bedroom, delicately hidden away. From the deck, enjoy breathtaking sunset views over the Pacific and up the valley to the mountains of Ojai. Located in highly desirable West Ventura where Poli Street turns into Cedar Street, the house is a short stroll from the historic downtown, the beach, and cultural amenities. The house is on a hillside, extra-large 9,147 square feet lot, and is in a stunning location in one of Ventura's most sought-after and evolving neighborhoods. There is room to build a garage. The sewer lateral has been inspected with no repairs recommended.

Nearby schools

4/10

Sheridan Way Elementary School

Public,•K-5•0.5mi

4/10

Lincoln Elementary School

Public,•K-5•0.9mi

2/10

Will Rogers Elementary School

Public,•K-5•2.2mi

6/10

Cabrillo Middle School

Public,•6-8•1.1mi

5/10

De Anza Academy Of Technology And The Arts

Public,•6-8•1.3mi

6/10

Ventura High School

Public,•9-12•1.8mi

Price History

Date

Event

Price

09/12/25

Price Change

$795,000-11.2%

08/22/25

Price Change

$895,000-46.6%

07/31/25

$1,675,000

06/20/25

$1,850,000

Neighborhood Comparison

	Subject	Average Home	Neighbourhood Ranking (78 Listings)
Beds	2	3	32%
Baths	1	2	29%
Square foot	1,232	1,606	38%
Lot Size	9,147	5,662	81%
Price	$795K	$1.07M	24%
Price per square foot	$645	$743	37%
Built year	1926	1963	15%
HOA		$129.5
Days on market	138	185	33%

Condition Rating

Fair

Built in 1926, this vintage Spanish-style home retains many original features, including a claw-foot tub and pedestal sink in the bathroom, which are functional but significantly outdated in style and features. While the description highlights 'rich wood floors' and 'original built-ins,' suggesting good maintenance for its age, the lack of kitchen photos and the overall vintage aesthetic imply that the kitchen is also likely very dated. The property requires substantial cosmetic and functional updates, particularly in the kitchen and bathroom, to meet modern standards, but does not appear to have major structural defects or be unsafe, aligning with the 'fair' condition criteria.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Exceptional Views: The property offers breathtaking sunset views over the Pacific Ocean and up the valley to the Ojai mountains from its deck.

Prime West Ventura Location: Situated in a highly desirable West Ventura neighborhood, it's a short stroll from the historic downtown, the beach, and cultural amenities.

Vintage Spanish Charm & Original Details: This charming 1926 Spanish-style home retains significant character with original built-ins, doorknobs, sconces, a claw-foot tub, rich wood floors, and a cozy fireplace.

Large Lot with Development Potential: An extra-large 9,147 sq ft hillside lot provides ample space and room to build a garage, offering potential for future expansion or customization.

Positive Sewer Lateral Inspection: The sewer lateral has been recently inspected with no repairs recommended, indicating a key system is in good working order.

Cons

Significant Price Reductions: The property has undergone substantial price drops from an original list price of $1.85M to $795K, which may suggest initial overpricing or market challenges.

Limited Bathrooms: With only one bathroom for a 2-3 bedroom home, this could be a functional limitation for families or when hosting guests.

Older Home Considerations: Built in 1926, while charming, an older home may require ongoing maintenance, updates to systems (e.g., electrical, plumbing beyond sewer lateral), or energy efficiency improvements not explicitly mentioned.

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253 257 Cedar Street, Ventura, California 93001, Ventura, - bed, bath

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