961 Watson Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065
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961 Watson Ave
Simi Valley, CA 93065

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,827 sqft

$835,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,066/mo*
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$835,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,066/mo*
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4 Beds
2 Baths
1,827 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1964
Living Area
1,827 sqft
Price/Sqft
$457
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Welcome HOME ... Don't miss this rare opportunity. 4+2 over 1800 sf home in a well-established neighborhood in the foothills of Simi Valley. This home offers incredible opportunities for multiple generation families or even ADU possibilities with minimal adjustments. The Garage has been converted, with permits, to a fabulous family room with office space a fireplace and large laundry room. The kitchen was remodeled with beautiful custom cabinets and solid surface/corian-like countertops and molded in sink offering lots of counter space and tons of storage. The kitchen is open to the dining area with a built-in buffet with lots of storage, recessed lighting, crown molding and is open to the living room. The spacious living room offers crown molding and a wood French sliding door that opens to the fabulous backyard. Bedroom #1 is at one end of the house and may be considered the main bedroom with an ensuite bath. This could also be considered an in-law-quarters, guest quarters and even offers ADU possibilities. Bedrooms 2&3 are at the other end of the house. Bedroom 4 is considered the other main bedroom with direct access to the full bath that offers a shower over tub with a glass enclosure, large vanity with lots of counter space and linen closets offering lots of storage. The backyard offers a large covered patio, artificial turf for low maintenance and 2 large side yards. 1 side offers gated & paved RV storage. In addition to this RV space, the sweeping paved driveway offers incredible parking for RV &/or MULTIPLE cars. The front lawn is like a beautifully manicured putting green. Don't miss this rare opportunity.
961 Watson Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,827 sqft single-family home built in 1964. It last sold for $726,000 on Oct 12, 2023 (2% below the $739,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2025 with an asking price of $4,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 21, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $835,400, with a rent estimate of $4,391/month.

Home Details for 961 Watson Ave

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1827 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash CompactorDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Laundry Room,Inside
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central Furnace,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central Furnace
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Raised Hearth, Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: Ground Level - No StepsFloors: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl Tile
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Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Brick, Concrete Slab, CoveredFencing: Block, Vinyl, FencedExterior: Gutters, Lawn, SidewalksNo Private PoolLawn
Parking & Garage
GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: RV Access/Parking,RV Gated,Driveway,Concrete,Converted Garage,Oversized
Frontage
Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 50

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1964
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 6340084065

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $739,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Oct 10 2023

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Simi ValleyCommunity: Stonegate (Fletcher)-314

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1827 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Submit, Conventional, Cash

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 223003432
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Laurie C Taylor DRE #01492918, (805) 208-1680
Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc.
Bought with: Anthony N Boulos DRE #02077000, (818) 860-0130, Beverly and Company Inc.
Source: CSMAOR, MLS#223003432

Price History for 961 Watson Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/21/2025$4,000ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
05/31/2025$4,000Listed For RentZillow Rentals
03/15/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
02/23/2024$3,750PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
12/13/2023$3,800Listed For RentZillow Rentals
10/12/2023$726,000Sold
CSMAOR #223003432
10/11/2023$739,000PendingCRMLS #223003432
09/22/2023$739,000ContingentCSMAOR #223003432
09/18/2023$739,000PendingToActiveCSMAOR #223003432
09/03/2023$749,950ContingentCSMAOR #223003432
08/29/2023$749,950PendingToActiveCSMAOR #223003432
08/28/2023$749,950ContingentCSMAOR #223003432
08/21/2023$749,950Listed For SaleCSMAOR #223003432

Market trends in Simi Valley

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$836K
$15.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
Price per sq ft
$483
$2MoM
Available listings
325
22MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,891
Assessment$740,520
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 961 Watson Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
958 Breton St, Simi Valley, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$845,000
11/06/25
5
2
1,638
3160 China Fir Pl, Simi Valley, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$875,000
12/31/25
4
2
1,949
960 Breton Ave, Simi Valley, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$650,000
04/24/26
4
2
1,323
2983 Rosette St, Simi Valley, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$775,000
09/26/25
4
2
1,954
2858 Fitzgerald Rd, Simi Valley, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$650,000
01/30/26
4
2
1,323
2958 Rosette St, Simi Valley, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$795,000
05/29/26
4
2
1,954
2808 Beaver Ave, Simi Valley, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$839,000
01/12/26
3
2
1,638
3205 Pine View Dr, Simi Valley, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$956,000
04/17/26
4
2.5
2,101
2760 Royal, Simi Valley, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$819,000
10/17/25
4
2
1,787

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What Locals Say about Simi Valley

At least 765 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 63 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 32 % Say there are community events

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    "Good commute. I use my car to drive around and i have no issues getting where to my destinations. Traffic isnt bad."
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    "Great neighborhood up against a mountain with plenty of trails. Plenty of restaurants in the area with schools close by"
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    "Health fairs, street fairs, police coffee chats, multiple church’s doing good community work and music festivals in the parks that are for all to enjoy."
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  • Rebecca Palmer
    "I commute to San Fernando Valley. Typically it is a smooth drive. Occasionally there is an accident or fire (during fire season) on or near the freeway which delays me. "
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    "It's very quiet and peaceful and every store I need to go, is near by. It's very safe and very clean. Lots of hiking trails. "
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    "Very nice suburb. Quiet and family friendly. Good shopping areas nearby. Absolutely love living here."
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    "The area is very clean, surrounded by beautiful mountains and rocks. I feel very safe in this community. "
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    "Excellent , clean, Safe, friendly, good education for my kids, walk distance to grocery stores, And as a handyman, a lot opportunities to get work in town with out the need to drive long distances for work "
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    "I live at the Avalon apartments. It would be nice if our community showed more hospitality like the south. "
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