$1,395,000
399 W Center Street
Ventura, CA, 93001
Historic Schoolhouse Reimagined: A One-of-a-Kind Westside Ventura Sanctuary!Step into a piece of Ventura’s living history. Originally constructed in the 1900s as a schoolhouse on the Westside of Ventura, this architectural gem was relocated to it’s current location in the 1950s, where it served as a beloved neighborhood church for decades. Today, it stands transformed–lovingly restored and reimagined by two renowned Southern California artists-creatives into a breathtaking residential sanctuary that fuses timeless character with modern coastal living.Wrapped in original wood siding and crowned with a striking bell tower, the home offers over 1,700 sq ft of design-forward living space with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Soaring ceilings, original hardwood floors, and expansive bi-fold glass doors create a luminous, open-concept interior that flows effortlessly to a private side deck–perfect for alfresco dining, morning coffee, or golden-hour gatherings.The curved, gallery-height walls offer a truly unique architectural moment, filled with light and creativity. The modern kitchen blends functionality with style, while the bathrooms offer a balance of contemporary convenience and vintage charm–including a freestanding clawfoot tub. Ample storage for surfboards, bikes, and outdoor gear makes this home not just beautiful but deeply livable.Set in the heart of Ventura’s historic Westside, you’re just moments from downtown, the beach, bike paths, and hiking trails. Whether you’re drawn by its story, soul, or simply its style, this home is a rare offering–inviting, inspiring, and unlike anything else on the market.Own a piece of living history.Shown by appointment only.
Property Details
Price:
$1,395,000
MLS #:
V1-29929
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
vtuventura
Listed Date:
Apr 22, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
1,831
Lot Size:
6,534 sqft / 0.15 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1900
Schools
Interior
Appliances
Refrigerator, Barbecue, Gas Range
Cooling
None
Fireplace Features
None
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Natural Gas
Interior Features
High Ceilings, Unfurnished, Stone Counters, Storage
Exterior
Community Features
Urban
Fencing
Wood
Garage Spaces
0.00
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Sprinklers Drip System
Parking Features
R V Access/ Parking, Street, Gravel, Gated
Parking Spots
2.00
Pool Features
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Spa Features
None
Stories Total
1
View
None
Water Source
Public
Financial
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Current real estate data for Single Family in Ventura as of Jul 15, 2025
203
Single Family Listed
115
Avg DOM
761
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,588,435
Avg List Price
Community
- Address399 W Center Street Ventura CA
- NeighborhoodVTU – Ventura
- CityVentura
- CountyVentura
- Zip Code93001
Subdivisions in Ventura
- Aliso Estates – 2819
- Anacapa Estates – 0229
- Bard-McKee 3 – 0213
- Bel-Aire – 2402
- Bird IIA – 139401
- Bird IIID – 144804
- Brock Hills 0 – 4050
- Brock Hills 3 – 350203
- Bryn Mawr – 2411
- Buena Villa MHP – 0283
- Buena Vista 5 – 1775
- Buenaventura Gardens – 2809
- Buenaventura MHP – 0292
- Cal – Chrisman – 0214
- California Windcrest – 446501
- Cambria Village – 3625
- Campus View 1 – 0253
- Chestnut – Aliso – 1790
- Clearpoint III – 272201
- Cobblestone – 2989
- Concord Day Road 1 – 246801
- Concord East 2 – 175302
- Concord Hill Road – 2542
- Country Estates MHP – 0290
- Cunhane – 0217
- Custom
- Custom Homes – 4602
- Driftwood – 419701
- Estrella – 0220
- Groves – 5301
- Hobson Heights – 0267
- Imperial MHP – 0287
- Island View – 4129
- Jazmin Saticoy Rural – 264
- Keys Harbor – 160109
- Keys Island / Pacesetter – 160101
- Kodiak & Antelope – 1754
- La Posada MHP – 0286
- La Ventana – 3778
- Las Encinos MHP – 0281
- Lemonwood MHP – 0289
- Lennar – 531300
- Lower Ondulando – 1017
- Lynbrook 6 – 1336
- Magnolia MHP – 0280
- Marina Park MHP – 0294
- McFarlane – 0204
- Montalvo Heights – 0262
- Nantucket Village – 3422
- Nob Hill – 1085
- Ojai: Other
- Ondulando 01 – 140401
- Ondulando 3 – 1393
- Ondulando 5 – 1435
- Ondulando 801 – 112801
- Pacesetter IIA – 160106
- Paloma – 4543
- Parkside 6 – 3966
- Paseo De Playa – 0297
- Paseo Del Mar 01 – 350201
- Paseo Del Mar 1 – 394801
- Peppertree – 3312
- Pierpont Village – 3369
- Pierpont Village 3369
- Pierpont/Ocean Front – 0276
- Pierpont/Ocean Front 276
- Poinsettia Gardens – 3353
- Poli Oaks Pavillion – 5338
- Ralston Village – 3072
- Rancho Ventura – 3331
- Saticoy Rural – 0265
- Skyline Estates – 1636
- Stardust MHP – 0291
- Stony Glen 2 – 225302
- Surety Park 9 – 0249
- Ventura Ave – 0208
- Ventura Avenue MHP – 061603
- Ventura Beach North: Other – 0022
- Ventura Beach South: Other 23
- Ventura Developers – 0273
- Ventura Heights – 0269
- Ventura Keys 2 – 160102
- Ventura Keys 3 – 160103
- Ventura Mutual
- Ventura Riviera – 179601
- Ventura: Other
- Ventura: Other – 0021
- Ventura: Other – 0026
- Ventura: Other – 0027
- Ventura: Other – 0028
- Ventura: Other – 0029
- Villa VTA/Vta Vlg – 2095
- Vista Del Mar 0 – 0240
- Weston Cape Regatta 3 – 405703
- Woodside 1 – 2441
- Woodside Cottages 4 – 404304
- Woodside Glen – 4533
- Woodside Green Patio Hms – 3087
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Property Summary
- 399 W Center Street Ventura CA is a Single Family for sale in Ventura, CA, 93001. It is listed for $1,395,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,831 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1900. The current price per square foot is $762. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Ventura is $761. The average listing price for Single Family in Ventura is $1,588,435. To schedule a showing of MLS#v1-29929 at 399 W Center Street in Ventura, CA, contact your James Outland agent at 8057482262.
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