Hillsides
$2,378,135
Average Value
Almost never a cloudy day in Ventura
Arroyo Verde Park sprawls over nearly 150 acres to the east of home, off Foothill Road, and offers everything from hiking trails through the rugged Californian terrain to tree-lined fields great for picnicking. There’s even a nature center and two playgrounds, one of which just re-opened in 2022 after receiving a facelift with an emphasis on inclusivity. Now, the playground features a new colorful, springy play surface, a motion-inclusive carousel, embankment climbers, a sensory wall and more. “It’s probably the biggest, nicest park in Ventura, and a big draw to the area,” says Eberhardt. Residents can take advantage of the Californian sun, which is out for some 270 days a year here, by heading to San Buenaventura State Beach.
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Mountain homes with ocean views
Palatial Spanish villas and lower-profile stucco bungalows line the hilly residential streets throughout the neighborhood, ranging in price between $1 and $2 million. The higher elevation here gives homes sweeping views of the surrounding city and the ocean beyond it. Eberhardt says that there’s been a lot of new construction recently as homeowners have begun to rebuild on lots previously devastated by a wildfire. “It gives the area an interesting vibe because there are a lot of older homes from the 1960s and ‘70s that survived the fire, but we’re seeing tons of new builds popping up now, in a different style,” he says, noting that most new construction favors single-story layouts. “It speaks to the types of homebuyers looking in the neighborhood,” he says. “The prices have gone up, which reflects both the market and the increasing amount of new construction, so it’s not a neighborhood where we see a lot of first-time buyers. It’s mostly folks looking to the future, maybe couples close to or at retirement age looking to avoid stairs.”
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Shopping and seafood by the sea
For groceries, there are several Vons locations nearby, all within just a couple miles of home. And for other everyday essentials, or just a dose of retail therapy, the Pacific View Mall is less than 4 miles southwest. The mall has everything from Macy’s and JCPenney to American Eagle and Target. Across the parking lot, there’s also a Trader Joe’s, for any specialty items not found at Vons. Everyone’s favorite Californian burger joint, In-N-Out, is near the beach on East Harbor Boulevard just 2.5 miles away. Lure Fish House, on South California Street two blocks from the bay, locals love the fresh seafood and bright, airy atmosphere.
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Highly-rated Ventura schools
Kids here attend schools in the Ventura Unified School District. Many go to either Poinsettia or Loma Vista Elementary School, Cabrillo Middle and Ventura High Schools. All four schools earned A-minus grades from Niche in 2023. The high school has served students since 1889 when it was established as the first in the city. Today, teens there can take a variety of AP and honors-level courses. The Applied Arts Department offers classes in everything from agricultural biology, landscaping and floral design to welding and fabrication and auto mechanics. Beyond academics, students can also participate in any of more than 20 varsity sports.Easy journeys by car through Ventura
While there’s no public transportation readily available here, travelling up and down the coast is easy with U.S. Highway 101 within 4 miles of most homes. East Main Street, a major thoroughfare through Ventura, is also close by, within 3 miles of most homes. Community Memorial Hospital is just a quick 10-minute drive south to North Brent Street.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Brian Graver
Brian Graver
Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc.
(805) 549-4843
75 Total Sales
1 in Hillsides
$1,425,000 Price
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Scott Dunbar
Scott Dunbar
The Dunbar Group
(805) 424-5190
55 Total Sales
1 in Hillsides
$2,630,000 Price
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Samuel Dunbar
Samuel Dunbar
The Dunbar Group
(805) 303-5584
38 Total Sales
1 in Hillsides
$2,630,000 Price
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Harold Powell
Harold Powell
RE/MAX Gold Coast REALTORS
110 Total Sales
1 in Hillsides
$2,630,000 Price
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Terry Ayers
Terry Ayers
RE/MAX Gold Coast
(805) 263-1917
34 Total Sales
1 in Hillsides
$1,425,000 Price
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Donna Sallen
Donna Sallen
RE/MAX Gold Coast REALTORS
(805) 272-7636
81 Total Sales
1 in Hillsides
$1,460,000 Price
Schools
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- K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Grant Park
Woodside Linear Park
Plaza Park
Juanamaria Park
Surfers' Point at Seaside Park
Arroyo Verde Park
Kellogg Park
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
21
Median Year Built
1985
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,111
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
50,965
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
220
Median Age
39
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$76,136
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,029
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
19%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.2%
% Population in Labor Force
69.5%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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