Listed by Ann Howarth, RE/MAX Gold Coast-Beach Office, (805) 216-4580
$1,399,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,347 sqft
256 Melrose Dr, Oxnard, CA 93035
Est. Mortgage $8,948/mo*
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Single-Family Home
Built in 1960
$1,039/sqft
2 Car Garage
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About this House
What's unique:Private outdoor retreatSpacious gated front courtyardGenerous outdoor spaceFull guest bath
Charming Silver Strand Beach House on an Oversized LotExperience the laid-back coastal lifestyle in this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath beach home, ideally located just moments from the sand, Channel Islands Harbor, and favorite local eateries. Situated on a rare lot and a half, this property offers something especially hard to find at the beach--generous outdoor space and great parking.The spacious gated front courtyard creates your own private outdoor retreat with plenty of room for BBQs, entertaining, relaxing in the ocean air, or giving the pups room to play. With significantly more outdoor space than many beach homes, there's room to truly enjoy Southern California's indoor-outdoor lifestyle.Inside, the first level features a private primary suite complete with its own fireplace and en-suite bath. Upstairs, original wood floors add warmth and character, while two additional bedrooms--including one with its own half bath--and a full guest bath provide plenty of flexibility.The bright living area flows into the dining nook and out to the front deck, where you can enjoy ocean breezes, beautiful sunsets, and a peek-a-boo view of Channel Islands Harbor.Leave the car at home and walk to the sand, the harbor, neighborhood eateries, and all the things that make Silver Strand special. With its quaint beach-town atmosphere and welcoming hometown feel, this is the kind of neighborhood where life moves a little slower and every day can feel like vacation.Whether you're looking for a full-time beach home, weekend getaway, or income-producing property, this one offers a rare combination of extra outdoor space, excellent parking, walkability, and coastal charm.Silver Strand is calling--come live like you're on vacation.
Home Details for 256 Melrose Dr
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Family Room, Kitchen |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1347 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: In GarageMicrowaveRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: CentralNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: Family RoomSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Common Walls: No Common Walls |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: side gate |
View Has a View |
Security Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s) |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: ConcreteFencing: WoodFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway,Garage |
Pool Pool: None |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 1Days on Market: 3 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1960 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Custom |
Building Construction Materials: StuccoNot Attached Property |
Property Information Condition: Updated/Remodeled, TurnkeyParcel Number: 2060323080 |
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Price List Price: $1,399,000Price Per Sqft: $1,039 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: OxnardCommunity: Hollywood By The Sea - 0303 |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: V1-39062 |
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Community Features: Biking, Fishing, Water SportsNot Senior Community |
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Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs) |
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Lot Area: 2880 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Owner Will Carry, Owner May Carry, Submit, VA Loan |
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Mls Number: V1-39062Living Area Range Units: Square FeetActivation Date: Fri Oct 02 2026Back On Market Date: Fri Oct 02 2026Common Interest: NoneStart Showing Date: Fri Oct 02 2026Universal Property Id: US-06111-N-2060323080-R-N |
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BikingFishingWater SportsSource Internet Entire Listing Display |
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What Locals Say about Silver Strand
At least 14 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say it's dog friendly
100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
95 % Say car is needed
90 % Say there's holiday spirit
90 % Say people would walk alone at night
83 % Say kids play outside
79 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
71 % Say yards are well-kept
71 % Say neighbors are friendly
65 % Say there are community events
56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
47 % Say it's quiet
44 % Say streets are well-lit
43 % Say parking is easy
28 % Say there are sidewalks
19 % Say there's wildlife
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
Market trends in Oxnard
Last updated August 2026
Avg. sale price
$793K
$4.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$508
$12MoM
Available listings
272
11MoM
Home Value
Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.
Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.06 | Single-Family Home | $1,010,000 | 02/18/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,244 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $1,030,000 | 06/15/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,670 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $1,059,000 | 09/23/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,698 | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $925,000 | 10/14/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,384 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $1,045,000 | 02/13/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,384 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $1,069,000 | 02/13/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,440 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $850,000 | 10/09/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,384 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $1,350,000 | 06/26/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,046 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $1,230,000 | 06/08/26 | 3 | 3 | 2,166 | |
0.02 | Single-Family Home | $1,420,000 | 07/30/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,056 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.01 | $1,356,300 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,524 | Off Market | |
0.01 | $1,240,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,892 | Off Market | |
0.01 | $1,389,900 | 3 | 3.5 | 2,097 | Off Market | |
0.01 | $919,100 | 3 | 2 | 1,273 | Off Market | |
0.01 | $1,116,400 | 2 | 2 | 1,330 | Off Market | |
0.01 | $1,050,700 | 2 | 2 | 1,350 | Off Market | |
0.01 | $798,900 | 3 | 1 | 962 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $839,400 | 2 | 2 | 1,292 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $1,269,600 | 3 | 3 | 1,956 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $648,500 | 2 | 1 | 648 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $1,170,400 | 3 | 2 | 1,235 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $1,002,400 | 2 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.02 | $836,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,336 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $912,200 | 3 | 2 | 1,100 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $1,300,400 | 3 | 2 | 2,186 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $959,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,273 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $1,420,000 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,056 | Recently Sold | |
0.02 | $1,021,500 | Studio | - | 1,159 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $1,195,100 | 3 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.02 | $994,400 | 2 | 1 | 965 | Off Market |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Oct 2, 2026 Source: CRMLS #V1-39062 | Listed For Sale | $1,399,000 |
Nov 1, 2025 Source: SDMLS #V1-29992 | ListingRemoved | $1,499,000 |
Jun 26, 2025 Source: SDMLS #V1-29992 | Listed For Sale | $1,499,000 |
Jun 9, 2021 Source: N/A | Sold | $970,000 |
Jun 24, 2005 Source: N/A | Sold | $600,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2026 | Unavailable | $1,070,957 |
Home facts updated by county records
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Frequently asked questions about 256 Melrose Dr
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 256 Melrose Dr?Based on a $1,399,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 256 Melrose Dr in Oxnard, CA is approximately $9,205 (about $7,824 principal & interest, $1,306 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- How does the list price for 256 Melrose Dr compare to homes in Oxnard?256 Melrose Dr in Oxnard, CA is listed at $1,399,000, about 76% above the $793K median sale price in Oxnard.
- What do residents say about the Silver Strand neighborhood?Residents describe the Silver Strand neighborhood in Oxnard, CA as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and established. See homes for sale in Silver Strand, Oxnard.
- What are the closest schools to 256 Melrose Dr?The closest schools to 256 Melrose Dr in Oxnard, CA are Hollywood Beach Elementary School (rated 5/10), Oxnard High School (rated 5/10), Sunkist Elementary School (Middle, rated 3/10).
- Does 256 Melrose Dr have laundry facilities?Yes, 256 Melrose Dr in Oxnard, CA has laundry facilities.
- How big is the lot at 256 Melrose Dr?The lot at 256 Melrose Dr in Oxnard, CA is about 0.07 acres (2,880 sq ft).
256 Melrose Dr, Oxnard, CA 93035 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,347 sqft single-family home built in 1960. 256 Melrose Dr is located in Silver Strand, Oxnard. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Oct 2, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# V1-39062.

