Huge price improvement, incredible value! With approximately $450,000 in upgrades including a reimagined resort style backyard—perfect for entertaining, with a pebble tech pool and spa with a vaulted motorized pool cover, a sauna, an outside shower and free-standing cold plunge for ultimate relaxation. The fully equipped outdoor kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances, including a pizza oven, paired with a covered dining Struxture brand pergola with an adjustable roof for effortless al fresco gatherings. The house, inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic design principles, this stunning architectural home is nestled within the prestigious guard-gated community of Bell Canyon in Ventura County. From the moment you arrive, the home’s curb appeal impresses with its extensive brickwork and meticulously maintained landscaping. Double glass doors open to a grand living room featuring a dramatic pyramid-shaped vaulted ceiling with a skylight, a slate fireplace, and a built-in aquarium—creating an unforgettable first impression. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, offering custom cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a center island with prep sink, and rich hardwood flooring. The breakfast area overlooks vibrant rose bushes through an expansive wall-to-wall garden window with a retractable window covering. The primary suite is a serene retreat with a sitting area, vaulted ceilings and French doors that open to the backyard. The spa-like ensuite bath offers quartz countertops, dual sinks, ample enclosed closets, a luxurious clawfoot tub, and a generous walk-in shower. A secondary bathroom has granite countertops, Travertine floors, and a custom-tiled shower. Additional highlights include a warm and inviting den, currently used as a gym, with exposed brick & and skylights. Throughout the home, you'll find exquisite design elements such as tongue-and-groove solid wood walls and ceilings, stained glass windows, custom doors, newer carpet and paint plus unique architectural angles. Other recent upgrades worth mentioning are the newer tile roof, AC (3 units), garage with custom built-ins, epoxy floor and garage doors. It rare to find a property in Bell Canyon with this much usable land! All of this is set against the peaceful backdrop of Bell Creek flowing at the edge of the property. Enjoy access to amenities including an equestrian center, fitness center, tennis/pickleball courts, trails, parks—all within the Las Virgenes School District.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
0.53 acresLot Size
$751Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Katherine Stark•DRE #00947256• Coldwell Banker Realty
Spectacular Frank Lloyd Wright Style Bell Canyon home. Architect Benjamin Dengler's use of mahogany & brick and pristine landscaping give this property fabulous curb appeal. This architectural home has a double glass door entry that opens to an enormous living room with tongue & groove mahogany walls, pyramid vaulted ceilings with a pyramid shaped skylight, floor to ceiling slate fireplace and built in aquarium. The granite kitchen has stainless steel appliances including a newer Bosch double oven and dishwasher, brick floors, breakfast area and looks out through wall length garden windows into rose bushes. The spacious master suite has a window seat, wet bar and French doors which open to the brick patio and hot tub! The spa like master bathroom has been remodeled with custom closets, cabinets, quartz stone counter tops, double sinks, shower with glass tiles and claw footed tub. The secondary bathroom has also been completely remodeled with granite counter tops, travertine floors and tile shower. Many interesting angles, custom doors & stained glass windows throughout! Well manicured private park like grounds with oak trees and large grassy yard! Bell Cyn is a guard gated community in the Las Virgenes School Dist w/ Equestrian Cntr, tennis crts & parks!
CRMLS #S550565
Nov 26, 2008
Sold
$710,000
$252/sq ft
Oct 16, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Oct 10, 2008
Listed
$755,000
$268/sq ft
Unique Custom Home in the prestigious guard gated community of Bell Canyon. Single story home with many amenities including multiple fireplaces inlcuding floor to ceiling in living room, granite countertops, custom cabinets in kitchen, multiple skylights and more! Priced to move since it does need some TLC.
Public Records
Aug 21, 2001
Sold
$725,000
$257/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,067 (+5.0%)
$1,235,000 + $665,000
$1,900,000
2024
$17,201 (+3.0%)
$924,130 + $578,342
$1,502,472
2023
$16,697 (+6.3%)
$906,010 + $567,002
$1,473,012
2022
$15,711 (+2.5%)
$888,245 + $555,885
$1,444,130
2021
$15,336 (+1.5%)
$870,829 + $468,907
$1,339,736
2020
$15,103 (+27.0%)
$853,754 + $459,713
$1,313,467
2019
$11,893 (+2.4%)
$845,000 + $455,000
$1,300,000
2018
$11,619 (+2.4%)
$607,144 + $402,922
$1,010,066
2017
$11,341 (+2.3%)
$583,569 + $387,277
$970,846
2016
$11,081 (+2.2%)
$583,569 + $387,277
$970,846
2015
$10,841 (+1.8%)
$572,127 + $379,684
$951,811
2014
$10,649 (+0.5%)
$552,497 + $366,657
$919,154
2013
$10,596 (+24.4%)
$552,497 + $366,657
$919,154
2012
$8,517 (+2.4%)
$550,000 + $365,000
$915,000
2011
$8,313 (+1.4%)
$512,620 + $215,300
$727,920
2010
$8,203 (−0.5%)
$502,569 + $211,079
$713,648
2009
$8,245 (−12.1%)
$498,814 + $209,502
$708,316
2008
$9,376
$500,000 + $210,000
$710,000
Tax history for 231 Bell Canyon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,067 (+5.0%)
$1,235,000 + $665,000
$1,900,000
2024
$17,201 (+3.0%)
$924,130 + $578,342
$1,502,472
2023
$16,697 (+6.3%)
$906,010 + $567,002
$1,473,012
2022
$15,711 (+2.5%)
$888,245 + $555,885
$1,444,130
2021
$15,336 (+1.5%)
$870,829 + $468,907
$1,339,736
2020
$15,103 (+27.0%)
$853,754 + $459,713
$1,313,467
2019
$11,893 (+2.4%)
$845,000 + $455,000
$1,300,000
2018
$11,619 (+2.4%)
$607,144 + $402,922
$1,010,066
2017
$11,341 (+2.3%)
$583,569 + $387,277
$970,846
2016
$11,081 (+2.2%)
$583,569 + $387,277
$970,846
2015
$10,841 (+1.8%)
$572,127 + $379,684
$951,811
2014
$10,649 (+0.5%)
$552,497 + $366,657
$919,154
2013
$10,596 (+24.4%)
$552,497 + $366,657
$919,154
2012
$8,517 (+2.4%)
$550,000 + $365,000
$915,000
2011
$8,313 (+1.4%)
$512,620 + $215,300
$727,920
2010
$8,203 (−0.5%)
$502,569 + $211,079
$713,648
2009
$8,245 (−12.1%)
$498,814 + $209,502
$708,316
2008
$9,376
$500,000 + $210,000
$710,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
23,303
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
2,816
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ventura County
APN
8500051045
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
$410 /month
Garage
Yes
Features
Green, Pool
Last updated by owner on Apr 21, 2026.
RE
CWPA
HCWC
Rural Exclusive Zone
The purpose of this zone is to provide for and maintain rural residential areas in conjunction with horticultural activities, and to provide for a limited range of service and institutional uses which are compatible with and complementary to rural residential communities.
Zone overlays
Critical Wildlife Passage Areas Overlay Zone
Habitat Connectivity and Wildlife Corridors Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Communications tower
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Direct Garage Access, Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Private
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Built In Range, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Range/Stove Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Has Appliances
Area, In Kitchen
Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing cabinet doors, Utility sink
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathtub, Shower, Closet in bathroom, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Granite Counters, Walk-in shower
Cooling Information
Central, Dual, Zoned
Has Cooling
Room Information
Den, Entry, Great Room, Kitchen, Primary Suite
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Stone, Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace, Zoned
Has Heating
Interior Features
Double Door Entry, French Doors
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Built-Ins, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Granite Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Open Floor Plan, Track Lighting