Westside
Spanish bungalows and Mediterranean-inspired estates
In Westside, bungalows and cottages feature Spanish-style architecture, with small fenced-in front yards full of citrus trees, palms and low-water-use landscaping. “The market in Westside is a bit more affordable than the surrounding Ventura neighborhoods,” says Love. “It’s a popular area for those moving into town from further north, plus, the streets are walkable and residents can quickly pop out to grab take out along Ventura Avenue or grab something from one of the nearby convenience stores.” Most of the smaller homes on the neighborhood’s south side were built between the 1920s and 1970s, with prices ranging from $415,000 to $900,000. Larger, Mediterranean-style houses in the north end were largely built after 2017 and go for $1.1 million to $1.3 million.
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A prime spot for authentic Mexican cuisine
Lovewell Tea & Coffee is a cozy cafe in the northside of the neighborhood, serving seasonal drinks and baked goods in a relaxed setting. Patrons can be found remote working or catching up with friends at Lovewell’s tables, while local art adorns the walls. Taquerias are around nearly every corner in Westside, like Lalo’s, Taqueria Tepatitlan and El Asadero. “Taqueria Doña Raquel is a local favorite,” Love says. “It’s my go-to spot for any Mexican food, from tacos to tamales.” For something sweet, locals can swing by La Frutileta Michoacana for ice cream and fruit or Russell’s for donuts and coffee. The Red Barn Market sells produce, baked goods, tacos and a small selection of groceries, while Vons is a short drive south.
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Afterschool programs at Westpark Community Center
E.P. Foster Elementary School sits on the corner of Ventura Avenue and earns a C-plus grade from Niche. De Anza Academy of Technology and the Arts receives a B and places focus on project-based learning and hands-on experiences in its STEM, art, and music programs. The middle school has several unique electives, like C-7 STEM, where students work together in the makerspace to build projects like solar-powered race cars. Ventura High School earns an A-minus rating and offers dual enrollment courses through Ventura County Community College. Students can choose from nine career education pathways, including environmental resources, robotics and commercial construction. The Westpark Community Center hosts youth afterschool and camp programs, classes for all ages, sports activities and a small community garden. The Avenue Library sits on the corner of Ventura Avenue and Simpson Street, and, along with its wide selection of books, hosts programs and events like story times, teen clubs and LEGO workshops.
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Oceanside recreation at Emma Wood State Beach
At the base of the Ventura hills, Kellog Park is a quaint green space with views of hillside orchards. Walking paths wind between trees and foliage past the park’s two playgrounds, amphitheater and workout equipment. Around a mile north, Harry A Lyon Park has facilities for baseball, tennis and pickleball. The Avenue lies just northeast of Emma Wood State Beach, where visitors can surf, fish and camp along a mile long stretch of shoreline parallel to the Pacific Coast Highway.
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Galleries along Ventura Avenue
The Ventura County Fairgrounds is the largest event space in the area and plays host to the X Games, one of the biggest skateboarding and BMX competitions in the United States. The fairgrounds also hosts concerts, the local raceway, the California Strawberry Festival and the Ventura County Fair. Westside is also known for its booming art scene. On the first Friday of each month, the galleries that make up the area fill with locals browsing the latest exhibits and collections. Ventura Avenue features 5 unique galleries along its 2 miles. Bell Arts Factory is home to over 30 local artist studios and serves as a non-profit cultural center for the town, hosting workshops, art exhibitions and other events.
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Get around town with Gold Coast Transit
Ventura Avenue is lined with bus stops operated by both Gold Coast Transit and the Ventura County Transportation Commision, with routes throughout the city and to nearby communities like Oxnard. California Route 33 runs just northwest of the neighborhood’s residential streets and can take drivers roughly 15 miles north to Ojai.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Juan Martinez
JM
Juan Martinez
All in 1 Real Estate Services
(909) 443-2415
37 Total Sales
1 in Westside
$1,030,000 Price
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Darren Humphrey
Darren Humphrey
Sync Brokerage Inc
(820) 200-1554
89 Total Sales
2 in Westside
$885K - $1.1M Price Range
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Kiran Locke
Kiran Locke
Surfside-Anacapa Real Estate
(805) 394-2908
122 Total Sales
2 in Westside
$599K - $650K Price Range
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Nicole Scurrah
Nicole Scurrah
KR REALTORS
(805) 600-8474
6 Total Sales
1 in Westside
$915,000 Price
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Julia Otero
Julia Otero
BHHS California Properties
(805) 263-1669
74 Total Sales
3 in Westside
$400K - $785K Price Range
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Laura Nuno
Laura Nuno
Responds QuicklyCIMA Realty Group
(805) 793-1664
35 Total Sales
1 in Westside
$620,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Mission Park
Grant Park
Plaza Park
Harry A Lyon Park
Surfers' Point at Seaside Park
Kellogg Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Westside | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westside, Ventura sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Westside, Ventura over the last 12 months is $366,000, down 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$350,000
Median Sale Price
$366,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$311,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$549,499
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
69
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-25%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,115
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,214
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,623
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,078
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
811
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
576
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Open Houses
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
13,935
Median Age
36
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,425
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,159
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
19.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.8%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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