Nestled in the enchanting Arbolada of Ojai, this mid-century classic home, built in 1957 by a visionary bachelor architect, exudes creativity and artistic charm. The main house, spanning just over 1,800 square feet, features three spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a bright art studio. Natural light floods the interior through floor-to-ceiling glass windows, creating a serene and inviting atmosphere. Situated on a little over an acre in one of Ojai's most sought-after locations, the property boasts an array of fruit trees, a sparkling pool for warm summer days, and a beautifully renovated guest house. Updated in 2017, the guest house offers approximately 800 square feet of modern comfort, including two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a separate entrance, and a convenient laundry room/office.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
1.12 acresLot Size
$1,849Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 garage spacesParking
Listed by Steven Sharp•DRE #02139049• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Donna Sallen•DRE #01488460• Re/Max Gold Coast Realtors
Nestled in the enchanting Arbolada of Ojai, this mid-century classic home, built in 1957 by a visionary bachelor architect, exudes creativity and artistic charm. The main house, spanning just over 1,800 square feet, features three spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a bright art studio. Natural light floods the interior through floor-to-ceiling glass windows, creating a serene and inviting atmosphere. Situated on a little over an acre in one of Ojai's most sought-after locations, the property boasts an array of fruit trees, a sparkling pool for warm summer days, and a beautifully renovated guest house. Updated in 2017, the guest house offers approximately 800 square feet of modern comfort, including two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a separate entrance, and a convenient laundry room/office. This property is a true oasis, offering a perfect blend of mid-century charm and contemporary amenities in a magical, tree-lined setting.
SBMLS #24-2398
Aug 26, 2024
Sold
$3,325,000
$1,832/sq ft
Jul 27, 2024
Pending
—
Jul 19, 2024
Listed
$2,875,000
$1,584/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 17, 1977
Sold
$124,000
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$39,360 (+520.0%)
$620,315 + $293,485
$913,800
2024
$6,348 (+3.0%)
$2,161,000 + $1,164,000
$3,325,000
2023
$6,161 (+1.3%)
$56,590 + $244,836
$301,426
2022
$6,082 (+1.1%)
$55,480 + $240,036
$295,516
2021
$6,013 (+2.3%)
$54,392 + $235,330
$289,722
2020
$5,879 (+2.6%)
$53,326 + $230,716
$284,042
2019
$5,732 (+5.1%)
$52,780 + $228,351
$281,131
2018
$5,455 (+1.8%)
$51,746 + $223,874
$275,620
2017
$5,359 (+47.1%)
$49,738 + $197,045
$246,783
2016
$3,643 (+1.0%)
$49,738 + $197,045
$246,783
2015
$3,606 (+16.0%)
$48,763 + $193,182
$241,945
2014
$3,109 (+1.2%)
$47,092 + $186,554
$233,646
2013
$3,071 (+2.1%)
$47,092 + $186,554
$233,646
2012
$3,009 (+0.7%)
$46,880 + $185,712
$232,592
2011
$2,987 (+0.5%)
$45,961 + $182,071
$228,032
2010
$2,972 (+0.2%)
$45,060 + $178,501
$223,561
2009
$2,966 (+1.1%)
$44,724 + $177,168
$221,892
2008
$2,934
$44,831 + $177,590
$222,421
Tax history for 217 Sierra Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$39,360 (+520.0%)
$620,315 + $293,485
$913,800
2024
$6,348 (+3.0%)
$2,161,000 + $1,164,000
$3,325,000
2023
$6,161 (+1.3%)
$56,590 + $244,836
$301,426
2022
$6,082 (+1.1%)
$55,480 + $240,036
$295,516
2021
$6,013 (+2.3%)
$54,392 + $235,330
$289,722
2020
$5,879 (+2.6%)
$53,326 + $230,716
$284,042
2019
$5,732 (+5.1%)
$52,780 + $228,351
$281,131
2018
$5,455 (+1.8%)
$51,746 + $223,874
$275,620
2017
$5,359 (+47.1%)
$49,738 + $197,045
$246,783
2016
$3,643 (+1.0%)
$49,738 + $197,045
$246,783
2015
$3,606 (+16.0%)
$48,763 + $193,182
$241,945
2014
$3,109 (+1.2%)
$47,092 + $186,554
$233,646
2013
$3,071 (+2.1%)
$47,092 + $186,554
$233,646
2012
$3,009 (+0.7%)
$46,880 + $185,712
$232,592
2011
$2,987 (+0.5%)
$45,961 + $182,071
$228,032
2010
$2,972 (+0.2%)
$45,060 + $178,501
$223,561
2009
$2,966 (+1.1%)
$44,724 + $177,168
$221,892
2008
$2,934
$44,831 + $177,590
$222,421
*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
1.12 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,815
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ventura County
APN
0190094090
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
RO
DKS
TRU
Single-Family Estate Zone
The purpose of this zone is to provide areas exclusively for single-family residential estates where a rural atmosphere is maintained by the allowing of a range of horticultural activities as well as animals for recreational purposes.
Zone overlays
Dark Sky Overlay Zone
Temporary Rental Unit Regulation Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Communications tower
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 4
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Gar #3, RV, Attached, Detached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Room Information
Sun Room
Primary Bedroom
Family Room 2
Art Studio 2
Dining Information
Dining Area
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Pool, Patio Covered, Dog Run, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: PRT
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Composition
Property Information
# Of Buildings: 2
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Other, Shed(s)
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
Lot Features: Valley, Rural
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Evaporative Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Wall Furnace
Utilities Information
Sewer: Other
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
Location Information
Cross Street: Cuyama
Directions: Ojai Avenue to El Paseo, turn onto Sierra Road.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,815
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.12 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: Ventura County
APN: 0190094090
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Topa Topa Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
Nordhoff Jr. High
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
Nordhoff High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 97° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$3.19M – $3.86M
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