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Beachfront paradise
Under a half mile from the wide expanse of the Pacific is a small coastal community called Channel Islands. The Channel Islands neighborhood is in mainland California despite sharing a name with an island-based national park just off the coast. Tucked between the Oxnard Shores and Marina West neighborhoods, Channel Islands is known for its picturesque marina and relaxed lifestyle.
The Channel Islands Harbor Marina defines the neighborhood. With its network of channels and waterways, the marina is a haven for boating enthusiasts, offering over 400 slips ranging from 24 to 60 feet. “If you’re into sailing or deep-sea fishing—good news! So is everyone else in your neighborhood,” says Desti Centineo, an associate realtor at The Desti and Michele Team in Oxnard. “This community is centered around the ocean, so it’s the perfect place for people who love that lifestyle.”
You can find many homes throughout Channel Islands with private docks.
Boats docked at the marina with houses in the background in Channel Islands.
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Driveways and docks
Living in Channel Islands requires embracing the waterfront experience. Spread between Victoria Avenue and Harbor Boulevard, Channel Islands streets are more like peninsulas than islands, with pedestrian and car access in the front and access to the Channel Island Harbor behind most homes. The harbor stretches between streets throughout the neighborhood and exits the mainland south at Hollywood Beach.
Channel Islands have condos, townhouses and single-family houses available for purchase. Many of the homes include private docks (community docks are also available) and are a mix of architectural styles, from Mediterranean-inspired villas to modern condos. Condos, on average, range in price from $600,000 to $1 million, and spacious single-family homes are priced between $2 million and $3 million on average.
There are large modern condo complexes aroudn the Channel Islands area.
A nice boat sits in a private dock in Channel Islands.
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Community celebrations
The Channel Islands community hosts recurring events, including holiday boat parades and summer concerts. One such event is the annual Fourth of July Fireworks by the Sea held at the Channel Islands Harbor. This event features a daytime electric boat parade, a farmers’ market and a late-night fireworks show.
In April, the harbor will host its 25th Annual Celebration of the Whales Festival, commemorating the gray whale’s migration through the Santa Barbara Channel. This channel has recently been designated the 9th Whale Heritage Area in the world through an initiative created by the World Cetacean Alliance to promote responsible ecotourism and maintain a safe and healthy marine environment. The Whales Festival will include a community mural project, a concert in the Harbor View Park and a farmers market with handmade crafts from local artisans.
The Channel Island's Farmers Market takes place on Sundays from 10-2pm.
On weekends you can find live music at Channel Island Harbor.
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Living that Cali lifestyle
Just a couple of blocks west, Hollywood Beach features miles of tranquil sand and dunes, perfect for swimming, paddleboarding or long walks along the shore. Green spaces include Peninsula Park, a quaint city park with a small playground, and Westport at Mandalay Bay Park, which features winding walking paths, picnic areas and public restrooms.
For an immersive day in nature, locals can visit the stunning Channel Islands National Park and explore its unique flora and fauna. Private boaters can visit the islands without a guide, although the journey is only recommended for experienced boaters due to challenging weather conditions in the Pacific Ocean. Specific laws detail where private boaters can visit, so it’s recommended that locals plan their trips using the National Park Service’s website in advance. Public boat transportation and whale-watching trips are also available and are arranged by the Island Packers Cruises, the official boat concessionaire service for the Channel Islands National Park. Locals and visitors can take day trips or camp on the islands overnight if they adhere to the National Park Service rules and follow “leave no trace” environmental practices.
On rainy or cold days, locals can take a break from the beach to learn at the indoor Channel Islands Maritime Museum. This educational space offers exhibits on maritime history, including nautical art exhibits and detailed models of ships from across the world.
Oxnard's beaches feature walkways and seating perfect for relaxing.
The Tradition is one of the many larger fishing boats that dock at the Channel Islands Harbor.
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Restaurants, coffee shops and grocery hauls
Channel Islands isn’t only for beachfront activities: the neighborhood is also home to several delightful eateries. Fresh seafood is a local favorite and the specialty of waterfront restaurants, including the highly rated Anaba sushi to the popular Korean eatery Sura, as well as several locally-owned coffee shops. Aside from dining, the neighborhood is dotted with boutique shops where shoppers can find everything from handcrafted jewelry to specialty sunscreen.
Locals can take the bridge over the Seabridge Marina and head north on Victoria Avenue to reach the Vons supermarket within the Seabridge Marketplace shopping center. This grocery chain provides all the produce and pantry staples that residents have come to expect for their weekly shopping trips. Residents can attend the Channel Islands Harbor Farmer’s Market every Sunday year-round from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to pick up local produce.
When dining locals enjoy eating Al Fresco at one of the many restaurant around Channel Islands.
You can find many shops around the Channel Islands area.
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Learning more than surf skills
The neighborhood is part of the Oxnard Union High School District, rated B+ by Niche. Students may attend Hollywood Beach Elementary, rated B- by Niche, for kindergarten through sixth grade. This elementary school, within walking distance of Channel Islands, integrates beach and ocean themes into all its curricula, taking advantage of its proximity to the Pacific. For middle school, students may attend E. O. Green Junior High School, rated C- by Niche, and continue to Channel Islands High School, rated B- by Niche.
Alternatively, students may enroll in Oxnard Middle College High School, rated A by Niche, which opened in 2018 as a dual-enrollment school incorporating high school and college classes. This school is located on the campus of Oxnard Community College, and students are encouraged to continue their college education upon graduating with a high school diploma.
Students looking for a private school may apply for enrollment in Santa Clara High School, a Catholic school located in Oxnard with 250 students enrolled and an A Niche rating.
Students have ocean themes integrated into their curriculum at the Hollywood Beach Elementary.
E. O. Green Junior High School serves middle school aged students in Oxnard, Ca.
Channel Island High School is located in Oxnard, Ca.
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Nearby cities, airports and public transit
Channel Islands residents can drive to Santa Clarita by taking California State Road 126 east for 51 miles. This trip takes just over an hour during non-peak traffic times and closer to 90 minutes during peak traffic times. Locals can drive to downtown Los Angeles by taking US Road 101 southeast for 66 miles. This trip takes 90 minutes during non-peak hours and around two hours during peak hours. The nearest public airport is LAX, located 60 miles south along the coast down California Route 1, and the trip takes between 90 minutes and two hours, depending on traffic. While this area is mostly car-dependent, the Camarillo Metrolink Station, located 15 miles east of Channel Islands, offers Amtrak access to Los Angeles four times each day. The train trip takes around an hour and a half to reach LA.
Channel Islands is ideal for those who dream of living in a place where the sea is their backyard.
Bicyclist enjoy a ride along the marina in Channel Islands.
Channel Island Harbor is the perfect place to walk your pets.
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On average, homes in Channel Islands, Oxnard sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Channel Islands, Oxnard over the last 12 months is $1,475,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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