953 E Main St Ventura, CA 93001
Downtown Ventura Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,141
Sq Ft
6,650
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Forced Air Heating System
- Wood Siding
- Ventura High School Rated A-
- Back and Front Yard Fenced
About This Home
As of February 2025Built in 1902, this jewel-box Queen Anne Cottage features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and an office/creative space, all within blocks of the Pacific Ocean.Zoned for both residential and select commercial use, the Kate Duval House sits on a 6,650 square foot through-lot spanning Main Street to Hemlock Lane and offers a range of residential and entrepreneurial possibilities.Set amidst historic homes and humming local businesses, this one-of-a-kind property is mere blocks from beloved neighborhood cafes, live music & theatre, local breweries, eateries, independent bookstores, boutiques and world-class surf breaks. Catch your coastal breezes from the outdoor brick patio, ideal for al fresco gatherings, or in the Eden of mature plantings, which include a fragrant magnolia champaca tree, a sprawling pink coral, manzanita, Meyer lemon, persimmon, Mexican lime, a lacy screen of Grevillea, and a shoestring acacia.Preserved sunburst brackets, original wavy glass bay windows, a monumental pocket door, and original finish work reflect stewardship and care throughout the years.As designated City of Ventura Landmark No. 74, this historic treasure may be Mills Act eligible for preservation property tax incentives. Enjoy as the perfect pied--terre or full-time residence, or add to Ventura's vibrant landscape of artists and independent business operators as the next proud owner of 953 E. Main Street.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,040
Year Built
- Built in 1902
Lot Details
- 6,650 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard Fenced
- Property is zoned T4.1 Residential & Select Commercial
Parking
- No Garage
Home Design
- 1,141 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Siding
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
Additional Features
- Oven or Range
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Forced Air Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Antique yard sink, staghorn, curtains.
- Assessor Parcel Number 073005416
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 15, 2024
Closed on
Feb 19, 2025
Sold by
Overbach Family Trust and Overbach Irwin M
Bought by
Barraza Daniel T
List Price
$1,259,000
Sold Price
$1,095,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$164,000
-13.03%
Views
254
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$14,616
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.65%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 13, 2019
Sold by
Overbach Irwin M and Overbach Yolanda A
Bought by
Overbach Family Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 6, 2019
Sold by
Overbach Family Trust
Bought by
Overbach Irwin M and Overbach Yolanda A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 2017
Sold by
Overbach Yolanda Antoinette
Bought by
Overbach Irwin M and Overbach Yolanda A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 7, 2006
Sold by
Overbach Irwin
Bought by
Overbach Yolanda Antoinette
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 9, 2006
Sold by
Sullivan Trudie H
Bought by
Overbach Yolanda Antoinette
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 1997
Sold by
Rosco Michael D and Rosco Nellie M
Bought by
Sullivan Trudie H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,000
Interest Rate
7.45%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,095,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Western Resources Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Western Resources Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First Southwestern Title Com | |
| Grant Deed | $710,000 | First Southwestern Title Com | |
| Grant Deed | $230,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $315,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $560,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $180,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $180,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $152,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/27/2025 02/27/25 | Sold | $1,095,000 | -5.5% | $960 / Sq Ft |
| 12/31/2024 12/31/24 | Price Changed | $1,159,000 | -7.9% | $1,016 / Sq Ft |
| 08/15/2024 08/15/24 | For Sale | $1,259,000 | -- | $1,103 / Sq Ft |
Source: Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $10,040 | $937,839 | $817,267 | $120,572 |
| 2024 | $10,040 | $919,450 | $801,242 | $118,208 |
| 2023 | $9,166 | $833,000 | $542,000 | $291,000 |
| 2022 | $8,399 | $804,000 | $523,000 | $281,000 |
| 2021 | $6,756 | $646,000 | $549,000 | $97,000 |
| 2020 | $5,719 | $546,000 | $464,000 | $82,000 |
| 2019 | $5,922 | $565,000 | $480,000 | $85,000 |
| 2018 | $6,303 | $600,000 | $510,000 | $90,000 |
| 2017 | $5,895 | $562,000 | $478,000 | $84,000 |
| 2016 | $5,445 | $519,000 | $441,000 | $78,000 |
| 2015 | $4,421 | $419,000 | $356,000 | $63,000 |
| 2014 | $4,596 | $433,000 | $368,000 | $65,000 |
Source: Public Records
Map
Source: Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 224276
APN: 073-0-054-160
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