974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA 93023
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OFF MARKET

974 El Centro St
Ojai, CA 93023

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,322 sqft (on 0.37 acres)

$1,153,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,995/mo*
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$1,153,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,995/mo*
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5 Beds
2 Baths
2,322 sqft
(on 0.37 acres)

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
1974
Lot Size
0.37 acres
Living Area
2,322 sqft
Price/Sqft
$497
Parking
Attached Garage

Description

New Look, New Price! Freshly painted and truly move-in ready, this home offers a spacious & flexible floor plan, privacy, and abundant natural light. A welcoming grand entry, soaring ceilings, A/C and owned-Solar are key amenities. The open concept kitchen/bar/dining room has access to a large east-facing deck. The generous primary suite with 2 closets & a spacious bath are on the mid-floor along with the great room; an office/bedroom on the upper floor; and three more bedrooms/den on the entry level with a full bath, wet bar and laundry area - perfect for dual living or a JADU. The 3-car garage includes an additional laundry area and plenty of storage. This home is on a 16,000+ sq. ft lot and enjoys many citrus trees, views and privacy. This is a great value for a great property!
974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA 93023 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,322 sqft single-family home built in 1974. It last sold for $1,159,000 on Jan 13, 2025 (3% below the $1,199,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,153,300, with a rent estimate of $6,923/month.

Home Details for 974 El Centro St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2322 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas, Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, DisposalDishwasherDisposalMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,SolarHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Front Yard, Back Yard
Parking & Garage
No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking: Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1974
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Contemporary
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Washer & DryerParcel Number: 0180090410

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,199,000

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: 2322 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.37 acres

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 224144
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Staci E Caplan
Pacific Crest Realty
Bought with: Matt Raab, Bhhs Santa Barbara
Source: Ojai Valley BOR, MLS#224144

Price History for 974 El Centro St

DatePriceEventSource
01/13/2025$1,159,000Sold
Ojai Valley BOR #224144
12/15/2024$1,239,000ContingentCRMLS #V1-26620
12/15/2024$1,199,000PendingSBMLS #24-1599
12/04/2024$1,199,000PriceChange
Ojai Valley BOR #224144
11/06/2024$1,239,000Listed For SaleSBMLS #24-1599
09/30/2024$1,269,000ListingRemovedSBMLS #24-1599
08/21/2024$1,269,000PriceChange
Ojai Valley BOR #224144
07/07/2024$1,310,000PriceChange
Ojai Valley BOR #224144
05/16/2024$1,349,000Listed For SaleSBMLS #24-1599
07/29/2019$765,000Sold
CSMAOR #219007609
07/01/2019$779,000PendingAgent Provided
06/20/2019$779,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/11/2005$740,000Sold
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Market trends in Ojai

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.27M
$97.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
Price per sq ft
$757
$44MoM
Available listings
92
4MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$9,818
Assessment$836,635
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 974 El Centro St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
956 Tico Rd, Ojai, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,310,000
06/05/26
4
2
1,668
1227 Cruzero St, Ojai, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
03/09/26
3
2
1,178
1348 Cruzero St, Ojai, CA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$940,000
08/19/25
4
3
2,401
561 Tico Rd, Ojai, CA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$925,000
01/30/26
4
4
1,523
1169 Tico Rd, Ojai, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,475,000
11/24/25
5
4
2,536
1422 Orchard Dr, Ojai, CA
0.51
Single-Family Home
$1,379,000
05/19/26
3
3
1,584
1211 Cruzero St, Ojai, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$859,000
01/21/26
3
3
1,296
701 W Lomita Ave, Ojai, CA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
05/11/26
3
2
1,480
11966 N Ventura Ave, Ojai, CA
0.64
Single-Family Home
$875,000
04/30/26
3
2
1,908
947 El Camino Corto, Ojai, CA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$1,655,000
06/09/26
3
2
1,856

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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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    "My commute around the neighborhood and ojai is by bike or car, walking is an option if living closer to downtown "
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    "I commute to Santa Barbara/ Goleta. It’s a long commute. But it’s so beautiful, I love passing by the lake every morning. "
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    "sidewalks are limited so it can be challenging to walk dogs. roads are narrow as well. not many dog parks either. "
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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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    "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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    "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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  • Lori T.
    "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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  • Jose O.
    "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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Based on information from the Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS® as of 2026-07-13 16:04:21 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.