Ranchito del Valle. This completely renovated hacienda on the East End of Ojai is rich with old world charm. From its extraordinary views to its 1920's wrought iron gate, every detail of this property celebrates the Ojai lifestyle. An open floor plan, wood beam vaulted ceilings, hand hewn maple floors & large hearth fireplace make this home warm and inviting. 2 newly constructed detached studios.
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
1.65 acresLot Size
$1,306Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Patricia Waltcher• LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai
Bought with Caroline Santandrea•DRE #01349311• Sotheby's International Realty
Ranchito del Valle. This completely renovated hacienda on the East End of Ojai is rich with old world charm. From its extraordinary views to its 1920's wrought iron gate, every detail of this property celebrates the Ojai lifestyle. An open floor plan, wood beam vaulted ceilings, hand hewn maple floors and large hearth fireplace make this home warm and inviting. The kitchen is completely updated with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. Indoor/outdoor living adds the incentive to enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings. This wonderful family compound has a newly constructed studio with full bath. * 2 detached studios * Close to Thacher School * Horse property * Completely fenced with gated entry * Mature Mediterranean landscape with native stone site walls, hand carved 1890 stone fireplace in the garden, koi pond and landscape lighting * Antique wrought iron gates designed by famed architect Reginald Johnson and obtained from the Forbes estate in Montecito.
CRMLS #V0-11001523
Aug 24, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Aug 4, 2011
Contingent
—
Jun 11, 2011
Listing Removed
—
May 26, 2011
Price Changed
$1,495,000
$644/sq ft
Apr 22, 2011
Price Changed
$1,575,000
$679/sq ft
Apr 14, 2011
Price Changed
$1,675,000
$722/sq ft
Jan 28, 2011
Listed
$1,695,000
$731/sq ft
SBMLS #11-366
Jan 31, 2011
Listed
$1,695,000
$731/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 16, 2004
Sold
$930,000
$401/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,187 (+2.1%)
$1,447,726 + $346,497
$1,794,223
2024
$18,788 (+3.6%)
$1,419,340 + $339,703
$1,759,043
2023
$18,132 (+2.4%)
$1,391,509 + $333,043
$1,724,552
2022
$17,708 (+0.4%)
$1,364,225 + $326,513
$1,690,738
2021
$17,635 (+2.6%)
$1,337,476 + $320,111
$1,657,587
2020
$17,188 (+3.2%)
$1,311,251 + $313,835
$1,625,086
2019
$16,656 (+0.7%)
$1,297,806 + $310,618
$1,608,424
2018
$16,532 (+2.2%)
$1,272,359 + $304,528
$1,576,887
2017
$16,177 (+1.8%)
$1,222,952 + $292,703
$1,515,655
2016
$15,892 (+0.7%)
$1,222,952 + $292,703
$1,515,655
2015
$15,788 (+5.2%)
$1,198,973 + $286,964
$1,485,937
2014
$15,001 (+3.6%)
$1,157,832 + $277,118
$1,434,950
2013
$14,478 (+19.6%)
$1,157,832 + $277,118
$1,434,950
2012
$12,109 (+12.3%)
$1,152,600 + $224,400
$1,377,000
2011
$10,787 (−0.1%)
$932,195 + $224,120
$1,156,315
2010
$10,802 (−6.7%)
$844,000 + $175,000
$1,019,000
2009
$11,575 (+1.3%)
$844,000 + $175,000
$1,019,000
2008
$11,422
$909,242 + $188,557
$1,097,799
Tax history for 1179 McNell Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,187 (+2.1%)
$1,447,726 + $346,497
$1,794,223
2024
$18,788 (+3.6%)
$1,419,340 + $339,703
$1,759,043
2023
$18,132 (+2.4%)
$1,391,509 + $333,043
$1,724,552
2022
$17,708 (+0.4%)
$1,364,225 + $326,513
$1,690,738
2021
$17,635 (+2.6%)
$1,337,476 + $320,111
$1,657,587
2020
$17,188 (+3.2%)
$1,311,251 + $313,835
$1,625,086
2019
$16,656 (+0.7%)
$1,297,806 + $310,618
$1,608,424
2018
$16,532 (+2.2%)
$1,272,359 + $304,528
$1,576,887
2017
$16,177 (+1.8%)
$1,222,952 + $292,703
$1,515,655
2016
$15,892 (+0.7%)
$1,222,952 + $292,703
$1,515,655
2015
$15,788 (+5.2%)
$1,198,973 + $286,964
$1,485,937
2014
$15,001 (+3.6%)
$1,157,832 + $277,118
$1,434,950
2013
$14,478 (+19.6%)
$1,157,832 + $277,118
$1,434,950
2012
$12,109 (+12.3%)
$1,152,600 + $224,400
$1,377,000
2011
$10,787 (−0.1%)
$932,195 + $224,120
$1,156,315
2010
$10,802 (−6.7%)
$844,000 + $175,000
$1,019,000
2009
$11,575 (+1.3%)
$844,000 + $175,000
$1,019,000
2008
$11,422
$909,242 + $188,557
$1,097,799
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.65 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,116
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ventura County
APN
0290010810
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
RE
TRU
DKS
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
Temporary Rental Unit Regulation Overlay Zone
Dark Sky 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 Information
Parking Features: Gar #2, Detached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Room Information
Office
Ground Floor Bedroom 2
Art Studio 2
Dining Information
In Kitchen
Formal
Dining Area
Breakfast Bar
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Other
Fireplace Features: LR
Appliances: Electric Range
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio Open, Lawn
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Tile
Property Information
Architectural Style: Spanish
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Other
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting, Panoramic
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic In, Other
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
Location Information
Cross Street: Ojai Ave
Directions: East on Ojai Ave, Left on McNell Rd, Located on Left Hand Side Down a Long Drivway.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,116
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: —
County: Ventura County
APN: 0290010810
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Topa Topa Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.1mi
5/10
Nordhoff Jr. High
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
3/10
Nordhoff High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.1mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
11 days above 97° expected this year, 26 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Ojai, CA • 93023
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 5.9 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$2.88M – $3.49M
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