$1,850,000
OPEN SAT 1PM - 4PM

171 Mcnell Rd Ojai, CA 93023

Estimated payment $9,965/month

6 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,144 Sq Ft
$588 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 24-Hour Security
  • Secluded Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mountain View
  • Wooded Lot
  • High Ceiling

About This Home

Welcome to the Gallery of Historical FiguresDiscover a rare opportunity to own a historic Ojai artist's studio and residence. Situated in the desirable East End of Ojai on a private one-acre parcel, this 1947 home blends timeless California character with a remarkable artistic legacy.The 6-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom property was the former home and workshop of George S. Stuart, the world-renowned sculptor and historian best known for creating more than 400 lifelike, quarter-scale museum-quality historical figures. His works have been exhibited in prestigious institutions across the United States and remain in the permanent collection of the Museum of Ventura County. This is the first time the property has been offered for sale, making it an exceptional piece of Ojai real estate.The residence retains its original charm, featuring hardwood floors, a vintage country kitchen, original windows, a private courtyard off the dining room, and a large screened-in porch perfect for indoor-outdoor living in Ojai's Mediterranean climate.The grounds offer versatile amenities including a detached garage, a large outbuilding ideal for a workshop or creative studio, and the convenience of a private well and septic system. With space for gardens, art, or expansion, the property provides both privacy and flexibility.This extraordinary Ojai property offers more than a home it is a chance to own a piece of California art history, a space suited for collectors, creatives, and those seeking a truly inspired lifestyle.

Listing Agent

Jon Riddell

LIV Sothebys Ojai License #01997142 Listed on: 10/04/2025

LIV Sothebys Ojai

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,419

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 1.05 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Stone Wall
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Secluded Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Sprinkler System
  • Wooded Lot
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

Parking

  • 6 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Raised Foundation
  • Asbestos Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,144 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • High Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Panel Doors
  • Entryway
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Formica Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer

Home Security

  • Security Lights
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Accessible Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Outbuilding
  • Rain Gutters
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • Evaporated cooling system
  • Wall Furnace
  • Well
  • Water Heater
  • Aerobic Septic System
  • Sewer Not Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0290081095
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ojai: Other Subdivision

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Security

  • 24-Hour Security

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,419

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Country Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Security Lights, Fire and Smoke Detection System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Ojai: Other
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0290081095
  • Year Built: 1947
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: OpenHouse

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3144.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Storage, High Ceilings, Crown Molding
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits, Parking
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Door Features: French Doors, Panel Doors, Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Country Kitchen, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 588.42
  • Room Type: Entry, Laundry, Living Room, Family Room
  • Window Features: Wood Frames, Screens
  • Bathroom Features: Shower In Tub, Bathtub, Main Floor Full Bath
  • Room Kitchen Features: Formica Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Screened
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asbestos Shingle, Asphalt
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: No
  • Total Parking Spaces: 8.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 6.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Not Available, Electricity Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Water Heater, Electric Range
  • Electric: Standard
  • Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Wall Furnace
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Dryer Included, Individual Room
  • Sewer: Aerobic Septic
  • Water Source: Well
  • Cooling: Evaporative Cooling
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Level, 0-1 Unit/Acre, Treed Lot, Sprinklers Drip System, Corner Lot, Secluded
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 45738.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.0500

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 45738.0000 Square Feet

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2025 $1,419 $133,936 $24,669 $109,267
2024 $1,419 $131,310 $24,185 $107,125
2023 $1,371 $128,736 $23,711 $105,025
2022 $1,344 $126,212 $23,246 $102,966
2021 $1,337 $123,738 $22,790 $100,948
2020 $1,304 $122,471 $22,557 $99,914
2019 $1,264 $120,070 $22,115 $97,955
2018 $1,253 $117,717 $21,682 $96,035
2017 $1,226 $115,409 $21,257 $94,152
2016 $1,205 $113,147 $20,841 $92,306
2015 $1,196 $111,449 $20,529 $90,920
2014 $1,138 $109,268 $20,128 $89,140
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/04/2025 10/04/25 For Sale $1,850,000 -- $588 / Sq Ft
Source: Ventura County Regional Data Share

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Source: Ventura County Regional Data Share

MLS Number: V1-32687

Ventura County Regional Data Share

APN: 029-0-081-095