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Southern California beach views with more space
Many would hear of a Southern California community with ocean views and tree-lined streets and think it must cost tens of millions to live there or be highly exclusive. However, Ventura Realtor Larry Krogh with LIV Sotheby's International since 2004 says, "Midtown Ventura is the last little pocket of Southern California beachfront to become popular." Prices haven't reached Malibu or Santa Barbara levels, but more and more people are drawn to Midtown's 1920s Mediterranean Revivals and spacious grassy lawns. Its streets are nestled between the foothills to the north and the beach to the south, naturally maintaining its small surf-town feel as it grows. Residents can often be seen biking to the beach with surfboard in tow, or strolling to a lively coffee shop on East Main Street.
Homes throughout Midtown Ventura are older with the median build year being 1951.
Catch a wave at nearby Ventura Harbor.
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Old Mediterranean Revivals and bungalows
Midtown is made up of three areas — Old Midtown, Lemon Grove and Loma Vista — each offering something different. Prices vary greatly within these distinct areas. Krogh says, "Lot size and ocean views are what make the same size home more expensive from one street to another." Old Midtown, on the neighborhood's west side, is the most well-established and expensive area. Its 1920s homes sit on palm tree-lined streets, with front yards full of colorful flowering shrubs. These small Craftsman cottages and expansive Mediterranean Revivals range from $800,000 to over $4 million. Midtown's southeast section is called Lemon Grove. It has a much more suburban vibe, with 1950s ranch-style homes and cottages sitting on grassy lawns. These range from $800,000 to $1.5 million. Lastly is Loma Vista, in the northeast corner of the neighborhood. It has the most variety, with an urban feel down by Ventura County Medical Center and secluded streets in the foothills to the north. Styles range from bungalows, ranch-style homes and cottages in the city to new custom homes with ocean views from the hills. This array of homes can cost $700,000 to $3 million.
Homes in Midtown Ventura range from eight hundred thousand to three million dollars.
Homes in midtown are on average 1,500SF which is smaller than the national average.
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Ventura Unified School District
The neighborhood is part of the Ventura Unified School District, which is rated an A-minus by Niche. Students may begin at two different elementary schools based on their address. Kids in the west and southeast of the neighborhood, Old Midtown and Lemon Grove, may go to Will Rogers Elementary, graded and B-minus. Those in the northeast part of the neighborhood, Loma Vista, may start at Loma Vista Elementary, rated an A-minus. Cabrillo Middle serves most students, earning a B-plus. Students finish at Ventura High School, rated an A-minus. Freshmen get started with the required College and Career Seminar Class, in which they make a game plan with their counselors to stay on track for their post-high school goals.
Will Rogers Elementary School received a B- from Niche.
Loma Vista Elementary School serves students K-5th grade in Ventura, Ca.
Cabrillo Middle School is the 17th best middle school in Ventura County.
Ventura High School serves approximately 2,000 students 9th-12th grade in Ventura, CA.
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Ventura Beach and community parks
Above all, Ventura is a Southern California surf town. Many Midtown homes are about a mile from Ventura Beach, so bikes are a popular transportation method. Folks can continue their ride on the paved oceanfront bike path or stop and chill on the beach. Ventura Beach sits in the bend of Pierpont Bay, receiving a steady flow of decent-sized waves. Surfers gather at Surfers Point on the beach's north end. This small peninsula sticks out from the bay, exposing it to bigger ocean breaks. Memorial Park is the neighborhood's main green space, and it's walkable from many homes in Old Midtown. It has a large open lawn where people can picnic with elevated ocean views. Locals can also access hiking trails in the foothills north of the neighborhood.
There are biking paths along the beach at Ventura State Beach.
Cemetery Memorial Park is the perfect place to reflect.
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Restaurants and shopping on East Main Street
East Main Street is Midtown's vein of shopping and dining. This commercial activity looks different in each area of the neighborhood. Old Midtown is known for its quiet walkability with small cafés and markets. Singing Sun Coffee Shop offers a bright space where folks often line up out the door for their lattes and warm baked goods. Santa Cruz Market is a small grocer across the street, but locals go for the plates of Middle Eastern fare served at the deli. Golden Egg Café is one of many cozy brunch spots. Farther east on East Main, residents can walk or drive to classic establishments like McConnell's Fine Ice Cream, one of Ventura's summertime staples since 1949. This east side of the neighborhood also has most of the shopping. The Pacific View Shopping Center has a Target, Trader Joe's and many fashion outlets. There's also a Vons for groceries closer to the center of the neighborhood.
Singing Sun is the perfect place to grab coffee with friends.
McConnell's Ice Cream has been serving sweet treats to Ventura for over 15 years.
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Hospitals in town and military bases in Oxnard
Many residents work at large employers in the city, like Ventura County Medical Center, on the neighborhood's east side. Ventura College is another prominent place of work, 2 miles east. Folks commuting in the city can catch the bus on Main Street or East Thompson Boulevard. Commuters can also take U.S. Route 101 to employers in Oxnard. Port Hueneme, home to a naval base and shipping port, is 15 miles south. Point Mugu Naval Air Station is 22 miles down the coast. The closest commercial airport is Santa Barbara Regional Airport, 40 miles up the coast. Residents can drive or take the train from the Ventura Amtrak Station, 2 miles east of the neighborhood.
Homes in Midtown surround the Ventura County Medical Center.
Public transit is present throughout Midtown Ventura.
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The 2017 Thomas Fire
Ventura has been threatened by wildfires in recent years. The 2017 Thomas Fire burned over 300,000 acres in Ventura County and Santa Barbara County. It reached the foothills on the city's north side, a short distance from Midtown. These disasters are a reminder for residents to have an established evacuation plan before a fire gets too close. Homeowners bordering natural space, like the hills on Midtown's north side, are encouraged to remove flammable brush from the perimeter of their homes to prevent fires from spreading into residential areas.
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Midtown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Midtown, Ventura sell after 81 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Midtown, Ventura over the last 12 months is $1,049,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This beautifully restored 1926 Spanish Revival is nestled in Ventura's coveted Hobson Heights neighborhood and has been thoughtfully updated for modern living.Rich in architectural character and designed for the way people live today, the home offers inviting gathering spaces and the easy indoor-outdoor lifestyle that defines coastal Ventura living.Original oak floors, a charming fireplace,
A Spanish Revival Cottage, with a Poet's Soul.Authentic, soulful and wonderfully individual, this home's warmth unfolds slowly and stays with you. Built in 1929, it carries nearly a century of stories within its walls and 26 years filled with poetry, music, lingering dinners and everyday beauty.The 1,493-square-foot home offers two bedrooms, two baths and a den/office, with an easy flow
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CHARMING CALIFORNIA BUNGALOW IN MIDTOWN VENTURA! Ideally located near the beach, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this charming 2-bedroom home with a versatile bonus room is clean, inviting, and move-in ready. Thoughtfully updated with a new roof, new sewer line to the street and beneath the home, new plumbing, new water heater, some new windows, and new interior and exterior paint.
Private location at the end of the cul-de-sac behind the gate approximately 1 acre lot. Owner has some renderings of a proposed house they were planning to build. Panoramic View. Potential to go 3 Stories. Multimillion Dollar homes on this wide street. Build your dream home.
Midtown Ventura Duplex with Coastal Lifestyle & Investment Potential. Great midtown location close to the new Front street redevelopment area within reach of the beach. Live in one and rent the other. Great opportunity to own this exceptional 2 unit income or multi family residence. Modern floor plan with a variety of living/renting arrangements.Discover the possibilities at 394/396 Hurst Avenue,
This beautifully restored 1926 Spanish Revival is nestled in Ventura's coveted Hobson Heights neighborhood and has been thoughtfully updated for modern living. Rich in architectural character and designed for the way people live today, the home offers inviting gathering spaces and the easy indoor-outdoor lifestyle that defines coastal Ventura living. Original oak floors, a charming fireplace,
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Highly visible, flat paved lot on one of Ventura's busiest commercial corridors with exceptional potential for an investor, developer, or franchise owner. Situated between two established multi-tenant commercial buildings, the property features its own vehicle ramp from Main Street, along with alley access from the back, which offers the rare potential for drive-through access. Additional free
Prime Midtown Ventura investment opportunity! 80-82 S Seaward Ave offers a rare and versatile income property in one of Ventura's most convenient coastal locations, with three separate living spaces generating $6,250 per month in current rental income. 80 Unit A features 3+1, original hardwood floors, generously sized bedrooms, a dining area, breakfast nook, and ductless mini-split system for
Perched above the Pacific with sweeping ocean and Channel Islands views, this reimagined 1955 Midcentury Modern compound offers privacy, luxury, and versatility on about 1/3 acre in Midtown Ventura. Behind a fully fenced and walled perimeter with electric gated entry, the property includes a remodeled 4BD/3BA single-story main residence and a separate luxury 697 sq ft guest house with its own
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Amazing panoramic ocean views!Perched on a hill overlooking Ventura beach, this stunning home offers over 1,800 square feet of beautifully designed coastal living. Just a short stroll to the beach, the pier, and restaurants, Featuring two spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, the home is highlighted by vaulted ceilings that create an airy, light-filled atmosphere throughout. The gourmet
Endless potential awaits at this Ventura property featuring beautiful ocean views and a fantastic opportunity for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to customize a home to their taste. Property sold as-is. Living room picture with furniture is staged.
Welcome to this spectacular Ventura hillside retreat offering unobstructed ocean views and an elevated coastal lifestyle. This beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home (plus bonus room) captures breathtaking panoramic vistas from the kitchen, living room, and luxurious primary suite, creating a stunning backdrop throughout the home.Recently updated with elegant Calacatta quartz
Some homes capture the character of Ventura the moment you see them. Built in 1926, 199 S Catalina Street is one of those homes--a classic Spanish bungalow where nearly a century of architectural charm meets the laid-back rhythm of Midtown living.This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 996 square feet of inviting living space filled with the details that make homes of this era so
Ocean View Townhomes is a beautiful apartment community with remodeled apartment homes close to local beaches and indoor shopping centers and all within close proximity to the community! The community is close to easy access to the 101 and 126 Freeways. Indoor cats only and dogs are welcome. We are a gated community with assigned carport parking. We offer a sparkling swimming pool with patio
Amazing ocean views. Walkable to downtown Ventura, beach, pier and nearby shops. Newly renovated studio with detached kitchen and one bedroom apartment home with an open concept. Gorgeous vinyl flooring throughout, new stainless steel refrigerator, vent hood and five burner gas range stove with oven, deep stainless steel kitchen sink, with walk-in closet off dining area with ceiling fan and
Welcome to Casa de Ventura, featuring newly renovated apartments with a modern, Scandinavian-inspired design. Each home offers open floor plans and large windows that fill your space with natural light. Embrace the perfect blend of contemporary living and relaxed comfort in this beautiful oceanside community. DISCLAIMER: Some images may be digitally altered or virtually staged. Original,
Property Id: 1167466 Beautiful property in Old Ventura, close to downtown and the beach. Schools nearby - Lincoln Elementary School, Cabrillo Middle School, Ventura High School. One block away from Cemetery Park where people gather and meet, watch the sunset, do yoga, play and talk. Downtown has great restaurants and shops. A super friendly town which is still quiet and undiscovered. Sunny
Beautiful 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom guesthouse located in Midtown Ventura. House has full kitchen with washer and dryer. French doors lead to a private fenced yard. The upstairs has a bedroom, bathroom, walk- in closet and balcony. Pets are ok and utilities are separate. Owners live in the front house. Short walk to the beach. Video available upon request.
Charming mid-town 3+2 in Ventura, CA is a well-appointed duplex offering a 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout with convenient onsite shared laundry. The unit features a private fenced backyard and a detached garage for additional storage, plus reserved parking. Pets are welcome with excellent references; a $50 per pet monthly rent applies. Located close to beaches, this property provides comfortable,
This is an awesome vintage apartment. UPstairs 820 square feet, one bedroom is newly painted, hardwood flooring. Near Ventura County hospital, transportation and the freeway. Very quiet 10-unit apartment building. Water and trash are paid. Absolutely no smoking. No pets. This home is available now. One year lease.Apartment Features•Smoke Free•Hardwood Floors•Laundry
Updated Unit, Mid-Town Ventura Fourplex! This unit is located UPSTAIRS with a private balcony. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms.Kitchen with gorgeous custom tile work, quartz counters, custom cabinets, stainless appliances! Flooring throughout, modern bathrooms, and fixtures! Vinyl windows, can lighting, ceiling fans- this unit has it all.Modern and gorgeous, you will love to call this home.Close to
Amazing location - in Hobson Heights, one of the most highly regarded neighborhoods in all of Ventura, this property is within walking distance to Downtown Ventura and the beach. This exclusive property is a newly build with all-new everything. This one bedroom one bathroom unit has modern amenities and features including lots of windows and light, air conditioning and heating, beautiful plank
Perched in Ventura's beautiful hillside community of Victoria Heights, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers approximately 2,075 sq. ft. of living space along with incredible panoramic views of the ocean, Channel Islands, coastline, harbor, mountains, and city lights.The home is filled with character and natural light, featuring hardwood flooring, an open living and dining area, and a
This four-bedroom, two-bathroom single-family home is centrally located in one of Ventura's most desirable neighborhoods, near Community Memorial Hospital and excellent schools. It is available for rent immediately.Key features include: - 2-car garage - Ceramic tile flooring throughout - Gas-starter fireplace - Large backyard with mature fruit trees
Welcome to 1568 E Thompson Blvd, a boutique 29-unit townhouse community featuring modern Spanish architecture in an exceptional coastal Ventura location. A gated pedestrian entrance from Thompson Boulevard opens into a stylish courtyard accented with contemporary planters, benches, and pavers. Located just minutes from downtown Ventura's shopping and dining and a short walk to Ventura's renowned
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