Why Live in Downtown Oxnard
Downtown Oxnard offers a vibrant mix of culinary delights and cultural experiences, all within walking distance of historic homes, condos, and townhouses. Residents enjoy a variety of dining options, including Mexican cuisine at La Gloria and Carnitas El Rey, seafood at Cabo Seafood Grill and Cantina, and desserts at Xielo Artisan Desserts. The area is also home to American fare at Buddy Burgers and Asian fusion at Saku Asian Kitchen. Shopping is convenient with Vallarta, Asahi Market, Vons, and Aldi nearby. Plaza Park serves as a community hub, hosting events like the Oxnard Salsa Festival, a weekly farmers market, and the First Thursdays Food Trucks & Spring Art Crawl. Heritage Square, with its Victorian homes, and Silver Strand Beach provide additional recreational opportunities. The neighborhood features American Craftsman bungalows, Four Square houses, and Spanish Mission homes, with prices ranging from $650,000 to $900,000. Condos and townhouses are also available, priced between $300,000 and $570,000. The Oxnard Amtrak station offers easy access to Los Angeles, Burbank Airport, and Santa Barbara. Plans for a Family Justice Center aim to support crime victims. The proximity of shops, restaurants, and public transportation makes it easy for residents to navigate the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Oxnard a good place to live?
Downtown Oxnard is a good place to live. Downtown Oxnard is considered very walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Downtown Oxnard has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.1 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $70,371 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 8.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Oxnard are renters, with 76.1% of residents renting and 23.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Downtown Oxnard can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Downtown Oxnard neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Oxnard, CA a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Oxnard, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Oxnard?
The median home price in Downtown Oxnard is $339,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $67,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.23%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,670 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $72K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Oxnard. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Downtown Oxnard is $70K.
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Home Trends in Downtown Oxnard, CA
On average, homes in Downtown Oxnard, Oxnard sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Oxnard, Oxnard over the last 12 months is $343,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$343,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$343,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$343,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$538
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$339,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%