City Guide
Ventura, CA
Overview
Ventura, CA, is famous for its spectacular coastline and beautiful beaches. There are about 106,000 residents living in Ventura, so this mid-sized city will still give you the feeling of a city without nearly as many people. A fun fact about the city is that Ventura was the primary spot outside of Peru to produce Lima beans. In addition, Ventura's official name is "San Buenaventura."
What’s it like to live in Ventura, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Ventura, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$871,000
and homes stay on the market for 28 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Ventura are $919,500
and $550,000
, respectively. Ventura area townhouses have a median sale price of $932,000
, making them more expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Ventura, CAExplore our Ventura housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Ventura home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Ventura rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Ventura rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Ventura, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Ventura
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
West Saticoy | $799,000 | 72 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Pierpont | $1,755,000 | 46 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Northwest Oxnard | $764,848 | 78 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Hobson Heights | $1,266,000 | 53 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Riverpark | $743,500 | 67 / 100 | 75 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Ventura Articles & Neighborhood Content
Read more on the Redfin blogPopular homes for sale in Ventura
See all homes for saleRental listings in Ventura
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsVentura Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '24 - Mar '24, 20% of Ventura homebuyers searched to move out of Ventura, while 80% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 5% of homebuyers searched to move into Ventura from outside metros.
- San Francisco homebuyers searched to move into Ventura more than any other metro followed by New York and Seattle.
Where are people moving to Ventura from?
- 80% of Ventura homebuyers searched to stay within the Ventura metropolitan area.
Where are people from Ventura moving to?
Number of People Moving to Ventura
least
most
People are moving to Ventura from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Jan '24 - Mar '24 | ||
1 | 4,520 | ||
2 | 1,547 | ||
3 | 1,038 | ||
4 | 572 | ||
5 | 121 | ||
6 | 17 | ||
7 | 6 | ||
8 | 6 | ||
9 | 6 | ||
10 | 4 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Ventura, CA ?
There are countless places to visit in Ventura, CA, that will be a hit for anyone moving to the area. Home to numerous museums, make sure to check out the Museum of Ventura County, Ventura County Museum Of History & Art, and Albinger Archaeological Museum. Rubicon Theatre Company and Ventura Theatre are among the many performing arts venues you can check out. There are many parks and green spaces within the city including Surfers' Point at Seaside Park, Arroyo Verde Park, Marina Park that you can easily spend the day at. For a taste of Ventura's cuisine, there are a couple of great local eateries you don't want to skip. O-Sabi Japanese Restaurant, Lure Fish House, and Yolanda's Mexican Restaurants are just three of the many restaurants you should grab a bite at.
Explore some of the best things to do in Ventura
What's the best way to get around Ventura, CA ?
The best way to get around Ventura is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Ventura has a walk score of 48, meaning this area is car dependent. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 93003 and 93001. You can also get around Ventura by bike. With a bike score of 59, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
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Walk Score®
Bikeable
Bike Score®
Ventura Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Ventura has 2 heavy rail stations; Ventura - East Metrolink Station, Ventura Amtrak Station. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 12 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There is 1 bike rental location.