$1,600,000
SOLD JAN 16, 2026

171 Mcnell Rd Ojai, CA 93023

6 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,144 Sq Ft
1.05 Acres

Recently Sold

$509 Per Sq Ft

14% Below List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of January 2026

Welcome to the Gallery of Historical Figures Discover 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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jon Riddell

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

LIV Sothebys Ojai

Last Buyer's Agent

E W

LIV Sothebys Ojai License #01461074

LIV Sothebys Ojai

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

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

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: None

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: 508.91
  • 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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 4, 2025
Closed on
Dec 29, 2025
Sold by
Daprix Linda and George S Stuart Second Amended And Resta
Bought by
Michelle Larson Family Trust and Larson
Seller's Agent
Jon Riddell
LIV Sothebys Ojai
Buyer's Agent
E W
LIV Sothebys Ojai
List Price
$1,850,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-13.51%
Views
70

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
869.27%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 1995
Sold by
Stuart G S
Bought by
Stuart George S
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,600,000 Lawyers Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/16/2026 01/16/26 Sold $1,600,000 -8.6% $509 / Sq Ft
12/01/2025 12/01/25 Price Changed $1,750,000 -5.4% $557 / Sq Ft
11/10/2025 11/10/25 For Sale $1,850,000 0.0% $588 / Sq Ft
10/16/2025 10/16/25 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2025 10/04/25 For Sale $1,850,000 -- $588 / Sq Ft
Source: Ventura County Regional Data Share

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jon Riddell

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Jon Riddell

    LIV Sothebys Ojai

    (805) 798-3001

    50 Total Sales

    Jon Riddell
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  • E W

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    E W

    LIV Sothebys Ojai

    (805) 830-3254

    77 Total Sales

    E W
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Map

Source: Ventura County Regional Data Share

MLS Number: V1-32687

Ventura County Regional Data Share

APN: 029-0-081-095

California Ventura County Ojai 93023

171 Mcnell Rd, Ojai, CA

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