NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1053 S Rice Rd Ojai, CA 93023

Mira Monte Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $856,000 - $895,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,181 Sq Ft
$740/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 5, 2026

Last sale price $850,000 $720 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,851 / mo

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Mountain View
  • Hiking Trails
  • Patio

About This Home

As of February 2026

Welcome to a classic 1961 Ojai bungalow set on a generous .23-acre lot, where opportunity and inspiration meet. This single-story, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,181 square feet of comfortable living space and a layout ready to be reimagined.Freshly painted on the exterior, the home invites you in with solid bones and endless possibilities. The expansive backyard is a true blank canvas, framed by views of the iconic Topa Topa Mountains--perfect for creating gardens, outdoor living spaces, or a future retreat. With room to build an ADU (buyer to verify), this property offers flexibility for guest quarters, rental income, or extended family living.A spacious side yard provides RV or boat parking, adding rare convenience, while the large lot offers ample space to expand and personalize. Whether you're seeking a starter home, an investment opportunity, or a place to craft your own Ojai sanctuary, this property is ready for transformation.Bring your vision and unlock the potential--this is your chance to create something truly special in one of Ojai's most beloved settings.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Teresa Smith

LIV Sothebys Ojai Brokerage Email: tsmith@livsothebysrealty.com License #02100451 Listed on: 01/06/2026

LIV Sothebys Ojai

Co-Listed By

Victoria Adam

LIV Sothebys Ojai Brokerage Email: tsmith@livsothebysrealty.com License #00688940

Last Buyer's Agent

Isaiah Zendejas

JohnHart Real Estate License #02158383

JohnHart Real Estate

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • No Sprinklers

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • RV Access or Parking

Interior Spaces

  • 1,181 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Mountain Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heating Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0180184185

Community Details

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Laundry Facilities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0180184185
  • Year Built: 1961
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1181.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 719.73
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Kitchen, All Bedrooms Down

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Fence: Yes
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: RV Access/Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Hiking

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Sprinklers None
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10018.80
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2300

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 0.2300 Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Tract: 109700

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2026
Closed on
Jan 20, 2026
Sold by
Vincent Cablayan and Francisco Cablayan
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Teresa Smith
LIV Sothebys Ojai
Buyer's Agent
Isaiah Zendejas
JohnHart Real Estate
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Views
39
Current Estimated Value
$856,821

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$6,821
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Original Mortgage
$790,000
Outstanding Balance
$786,162
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$87,596

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 2, 2021
Sold by
Valmonte Betty L and The Betty L Valmonte Family Tr
Bought by
Valmonte Betty L and The Betty L Valmonte Family Tr

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$832,500
Interest Rate
3.07%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2019
Sold by
Valmonte Betty L and The Betty L Valmonte Family Re
Bought by
Valmonte Betty L and The Betty L Valmonte Family Tr

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 7, 2003
Sold by
Valmonte Betty
Bought by
Valmonte Betty

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
5.6%
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Mira Monte, CA

  • Jena Harris Real Estate Agent - Village Properties

    Jena Harris

    Village Properties

    (805) 617-1527

    25 Total Sales

    7 in Mira Monte

    $195K - $1.2M Price Range

    Jena Harris
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  • Stephen Henderson Real Estate Agent - Innovate Realty

    Stephen Henderson

    Innovate Realty

    (805) 669-9901

    13 Total Sales

    3 in Mira Monte

    $290K - $350K Price Range

    Stephen Henderson
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  • Nora Davis Real Estate Agent - LIV Sothebys Ojai

    Nora Davis

    LIV Sothebys Ojai

    (805) 600-0576

    69 Total Sales

    32 in Mira Monte

    $90K - $4.5M Price Range

    Nora Davis
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  • Liz Tolentino Real Estate Agent - Equity Union

    Liz Tolentino

    Equity Union

    (661) 762-4235

    56 Total Sales

    1 in Mira Monte

    $425,000 Price

    Liz Tolentino
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  • Kate Christiansen Real Estate Agent - Equity Union

    Kate Christiansen

    Equity Union

    (661) 347-2167

    170 Total Sales

    1 in Mira Monte

    $242,500 Price

    Kate Christiansen
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  • Veronica Licea Real Estate Agent - Coldwell Banker Realty

    Veronica Licea

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (805) 793-1254

    47 Total Sales

    2 in Mira Monte

    $960,000 Price Range

    Veronica Licea
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$850,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Valmonte Betty L -- Fnc Title Services Llc
Valmonte Betty L -- None Available
Valmonte Betty -- United Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $790,000
Previous Owner Betty L Valmonte Family Trust $1,275,000
Previous Owner Valmonte Betty L $832,500
Previous Owner Valmonte Betty $70,000
Previous Owner Valmonte Betty $275,500
Previous Owner Valmonte Betty $255,000
Previous Owner Valmonte Betty $25,000
Previous Owner Valmonte Betty $180,000
Previous Owner Valmonte Betty $160,000
Previous Owner Valmonte Betty $247,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/05/2026 02/05/26 Sold $850,000 0.0% $720 / Sq Ft
01/09/2026 01/09/26 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2026 01/06/26 For Sale $850,000 -- $720 / Sq Ft
Source: Ventura County Regional Data Share

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2026 $1,471 $850,000 $552,500 $297,500
2025 $1,471 $68,546 $19,555 $48,991
2024 $1,426 $67,202 $19,171 $48,031
2023 $1,371 $65,885 $18,795 $47,090
2022 $1,373 $64,594 $18,427 $46,167
2021 $1,363 $63,328 $18,066 $45,262
2020 $1,331 $62,681 $17,882 $44,799
2019 $1,296 $61,453 $17,532 $43,921
2018 $1,275 $60,249 $17,189 $43,060
2017 $1,263 $59,068 $16,852 $42,216
2016 $1,253 $57,911 $16,522 $41,389
2015 $1,236 $57,043 $16,275 $40,768
2014 $1,195 $55,927 $15,957 $39,970
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • TS

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Teresa Smith

    LIV Sothebys Ojai

    (805) 890-3032

    2 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    Teresa Smith
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  • VA

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026

    Victoria Adam

    LIV Sothebys Ojai

    (805) 320-8389

    1 in this area

    13 Total Sales

    Victoria Adam
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  • IZ

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Isaiah Zendejas

    JohnHart Real Estate

    (805) 444-6463

    1 in this area

    12 Total Sales

    Isaiah Zendejas
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Map

Source: Ventura County Regional Data Share

MLS Number: V1-33945

Ventura County Regional Data Share

APN: 018-0-184-185

California Ventura County Ojai 93023 Mira Monte

1053 S Rice Rd, Ojai, CA

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