Sitting only 15 minutes from the Pacific Ocean in Ventura County along Highway 101 in California’s Central Coast region, Camarillo has a reputation for its natural beauty and sound management. Named after two prominent California ranchers who first founded the city in the 1830s, the city draws on its quieter nature and open space. “Camarillo’s not one for those that enjoy nightlife. “It’s certainly a city, but it has a much more quaint vibe to it,” says Meggie Hawthorne, at Davis+Hawthorne Group, Realtor with Keller Williams West Ventura County. Backed by historic buildings and a growing regional economy, Camarillo offers residents the full package. “Camarillo in general does a better job of managing a city and the schools are run very well. It’s a safer community and we do tend to see an older demographic in some areas,” Hawthorne adds.
Camarillo features both HOA communities and non-HOA communities
In Camarillo you can find large luxury estates.
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Shopping is a mix of old and new
Camarillo’s culinary scene brings a mix of influences with old favorites and new additions. Old Town Camarillo is a collection of boutiques and shops centered around Ventura Boulevard offering a more relaxed shopping experience. Twenty-88 Gourmet Fusion is Camarillo's only modern martini lounge with finely crafted meals. [205] At Cafe Ficelle enjoy traditional French delicacies. At Establos Meat Market features favorite fresh cuts and Mexican grocery items. Their kitchen serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and is a local favorite for authentic Mexican tacos, burritos and more. On the other side of town Camarillo Premium Outlets has 160 stores with many well-known brands like Adidas, North Face, Nike Factory Store along with sit-down and grab-and-go restaurants. The shopping complex offers premium brands at discounted prices and is a draw for the area, welcoming tourists and travelers to its convenient location right off the 101 freeway.
Old Town Camarillo features shops of all kinds.
You can enjoy walking around many of the shopping centers around Camarillo, Ca.
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Modernity and tradition
Homes in Camarillo have an eclectic mix of styles representing its versatility. Hawthorne says there isn’t one type of build that truly sets Camarillo apart from other cities, with homes ranging from one-story ranches, contemporary Spanish architecture, and large custom estates in the Spanish Hills and Santa Rosa sections of town in the northeast corner overlooking the Channel Islands, reflecting on the city’s blend of modernity and tradition. Many houses bear the touch of Spanish architecture, with white stucco walls and red-tiled roofs, evoking the region's early history. Demand in Camarillo has been on the rise listings typically receiving between three and 10 offers with many buyers discovering Ventura County while escaping higher priced markets in Los Angeles and the San Fransico Bay Area with remote work becoming more common. “They found that Ventura County is Southern California’s best hidden secret. It’s right near the ocean and in 25 minutes you can have your toes in the sand. We have more demand than we do supply,” Hawthorne notes. Most homes will run from between $700,000 and $1.5 million with a few outliers on either end. Condos and manufactured homes will fall between the mid-$400s and $600s while luxury estates can go as high as $5 million.
Camarillo features large estates that range from ultra modern to Spanish-style ranches.
In Camarillo you can find both single and two story Spanish-style homes.
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A California nature lover's dream
Mission Oaks Park is home to a heavy mix of outdoor recreation amenities with tennis courts and baseball fields for those wanting to dust off the cleats. For more adventurous residents, the park features a roller hockey rink and a BMX bike course. A former stage coach stop, Camarillo Grove Park sits on 24.5 acres of green acres. It has hiking trails with lookout points for passive enjoyment and relaxation. It also features a nature center as a hub for nature education programming and a dog park for four-legged companions. History buffs will appreciate Camarillo's commitment to preserving its past. The Camarillo Ranch House, a beautiful 19th-century Victorian home, offers a fascinating glimpse into the city's early days. The Pleasant Valley Historical Society and Museum also serves as a repository of local history and culture.
Freedom Park BMX Park is loved by many in Camarillo and all of Ventura County.
There are many walking paths around Camarillo.
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From flight to celebrating Camarillo roots
Every August Wings Over Camarillo comes to the Camarillo Airport. The annual air show features vintage aircraft from WWII, Korean and Vietnam Wars, classic bi-planes with breathtaking acrobatic flights. The two day festival also has classic cars and a number of hands on exhibits and vendors to enjoy. Camarillo Fiesta and Street Fair is held annually in mid-July to honor the birthday of founder Adolpho Camarillo. Thousands descend on Old Town Camarillo to enjoy food, live music and friendship.
Pleasant Valley School District
Camarillo is home to numerous educational options within its highly regarded public school system. Some students begin at Rancho Rosal Elementary School, rated a B-minus on Niche.com, moving on to Las Colinas Middle School and Adolfo Camarillo High School, rated B and A-minus respectively. Camarillo is also home to California State University, Channel Islands which offers more than 50 academic programs, with dual-enrollment opportunities for local high school students.
Rancho Rosal Elementary School is located in Camarillo, CA.
Las Colinas Middle School earned at B rating from Niche.
Adolfo Camarillo High School is part of the Oxnard Union School District and serves Camarillo.
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Highway and transit provides connectivity to urban centers and beyond
Camarillo is built along the 101 freeway and provides access to downtown Los Angeles one hour south. VCTC offers bus service between Camarillo and neighboring cities including Los Angeles and Santa Barbara Counties. For $1 per ride the CAT trolley system runs through central Camarillo. The Camarillo Airport has one runway and services private aircrafts with no commercial service.
Public transit connects Camarillo to the rest of Ventura County and beyond.
The 101 freeway runs through Thousand Oaks and connects Camarillo to Los Angeles.
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