2139 McNell Rd, Ojai, CA 93023
SOLD
OCT 17, 2025

2139 McNell Rd
Ojai, CA 93023

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,305 sqft (on 2.41 acres)

$2,551,000

Last Sold: Oct 17, 2025
7% below list $2.75M
$1,955/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $14,942/mo*
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$2,551,000

Last Sold: Oct 17, 2025
7% below list $2.75M
$1,955/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $14,942/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,305 sqft
(on 2.41 acres)

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Description

Tucked down a long and private wooded drive in Ojai's prestigious East End, bordered by hand-stacked stone walls, you will find this enchanting 1910 cottage on over 2.4 acres, with a generous pool and charming guest house. Built by the Gorham family, who owned the surrounding acreage and which they dubbed Whale Rock Ranch, this little piece of Ojai history is a treasure that has only been on the market once or twice before. The home has high ceilings, wood floors, built-in bookcases and enjoys lots of natural light. The sweet farmhouse kitchen is clean and functional and graced by a vintage wallpaper scene of 19th century Paris. The cozy bedrooms, with many windows and lots of closet space, are so relaxing, and the mud room with built-in laundry is neat and practical. The oversized garage provides plenty of storage and could be a yoga or art studio. Plumbing, electrical and septic have been upgraded. The current owner's husband, a landscape architect, planted a mix of California natives and drought tolerant plants from South Africa and Australia. He also added a walled and fenced vegetable garden (also good for chickens) and planted a small orchard with citrus and stone fruit. A mature olive grove and a massive boulder at the back of the property are the stuff of inspiration and imagination. If one is looking for the slow-living lifestyle, this magical property is ready to choose a new steward and, just maybe, it could be you.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from October 20, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$1,955/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 2139 McNell Rd

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1305 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas, Oven, Range
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherPatio / Porch: UncoveredFencing: Back Yard
Parking & Garage
No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: ConventionalArchitecture: Other
Property Information
Included in Sale: Appls, Whale Fountain, Statuary, PotsParcel Number: 0140080250

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,750,000Price Per Sqft: $1,955/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Ojai
School Information
Elementary School District: Ojai DistrictJr High / Middle School District: Ojai DistrictHigh School District: Ojai District

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1305 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.41 Acres

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 224805
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listed by Rosalie Zabilla, (805) 455-3183
Sothebys International Realty
Bought with: Serge Bandura, Bhhs-Oj
Source: Ojai Valley BOR, MLS#224805

Price History for 2139 McNell Rd

DatePriceEventSource
10/17/2025$2,551,000Sold
Ojai Valley BOR #224805
09/30/2025$2,750,000PendingOjai Valley BOR #224805
09/19/2025$2,750,000ContingentCRMLS #V1-31476
09/18/2025$2,750,000PendingSBMLS #25-2911
07/31/2025$2,750,000Listed For SaleSBMLS #25-2911
11/19/2020$469,000Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$9,598
Assessment$879,598
Home facts updated by county records

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2,646
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What Locals Say about Ojai

At least 66 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say there's wildlife

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 70 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 66 % Say car is needed

  • 66 % Say parking is easy

  • 50 % Say there are community events

  • 35 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 35 % Say streets are well-lit

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    "There are very few sidewalks to walk your dog on, but there’s a beautiful meadow preserve for dog walking."
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    "This is a great neighborhood. I have lived here for many years. It has actually cleaned up even more in recent years and is well maintained due to increased housing costs which brought a lot of out of town money into the area. This valley is a beautiful place to live. "
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    "Kind lovely Neighbors who are friendly and look out for one another and take care of the neighborhood. We love living here!"
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  • Marketingmavins
    "I work from home so don’t have to commute but there is a trolley and bus system as well as local cabs. "
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  • Nirosha25
    "Very family oriented city. Some amazing private schools. Not sure about public schools as I haven’t heard anything about them. Great place to bring up children if you have any"
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    "There are tons of hiking trails, and local shops and restaurants are very pet friendly. There's a high standard of quality that the pet and feed stores maintain"
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    "it's a beautiful and peaceful place to live. Friendly and zen-like community. I would highly recommend. "
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    "People are nice for a change. Safe. Maintained and beautiful scenery. Very tight knit community. Locally loved "
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  • Nirosha25
    "Being within few minutes of everything downtown has to offer, while being on a quiet street with great neighbors. Love it!"
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  • Nirosha25
    "5-8 min walk to downtown shops and restaurants. Easy 40 min drive to Santa Barbara, 30 mins to Carpinteria and. 20 mins to Ventura beaches and downtown "
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  • Gabriella
    "The streets are quiet and easy to walk your dog on. There are few sidewalks. Our dog has run away a few times and people helped catch him and keep him safe. "
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  • Nirosha25
    "Fantastic location. It’s quiet and serene , while being within walking distance to everything downtown has to offer. Farmers Market, Groceries, Parks, Nightlife, Live Music and Public transportation. It’s also a safe neighborhood, and you can leave things outside, including packages that have been left outside, with it being there the next morning. "
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  • Devin S.
    "Every where is just about 10 minutes away. My work is only 5 minutes away and there are lots of choices to eat."
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  • Gabriella
    "many friendly people and has a great small town feel. the access to the mountains and ocean is an amazing part of living here. i love being able to take a hike just 5 minutes away from my home. "
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    "Great place to raise a family or retire. Real sense of community. Neighbors watch out for each other"
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    "Ojai days, farmers market, libbey bowl events, holidays, outdoor movies, folksteady at the ranch’s, makers market"
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    "Great place to live, there are many trails to hike and it peaceful and friendly to all types of families"
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    "its great for pets kids and quiet ,horse trails hiking trails festivals big n small great schools no real crime nice pepole great wrather"
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    "Just moved to this neighborhood and love it. Beautiful, peaceful, great people. Quick walk to trails, quick walk to food and shops. Everything you could have dreamed for in an area to live in, and start a family in. "
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2139 McNell Rd, Ojai, CA 93023 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,305 sqft single-family home built in 1910. This property is not currently available for sale. 2139 McNell Rd was last sold on Oct 17, 2025 for $2,551,000 (7% lower than the asking price of $2,750,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 2139 McNell Rd is $2,567,200.