Discover this turnkey, reimagined mid-century modern masterpiece located in the heart of Ojai. Zoned village-mixed-use, this unique live/work property offers an ideal location next to the lively Ojai Certified Farmers Market, top-rated restaurants, wineries, boutiques, galleries, the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, and around the corner from the new Hotel El Roblar. Designed by the renowned Whelan-O'Neill architectural firm and completed in 2023, this thoughtfully renovated space features 750 sqft +/- of retail/commercial space and 1,205 sqft +/- of private living.Hardscaping and landscaping have been extensively upgraded throughout. Additional upgrades include an outdoor shower; whole-house water filtration provided by Life Source; Waterworks plumbing fixtures; Apparatus, Noguchi, and vintage lighting fixtures; Nanz decorative hardware; electrically operated skylight shades; new primary bath cabinetry; new electrical floor sockets, and updated wiring to provide the home with the highest-speed internet.The private living quarters boast two stylish bedrooms, two and a half spa-inspired bathrooms with radiant heated tile floors, and an open-concept living area, including a modern chef's kitchen. The expansive backyard, a rare find in downtown Ojai, is perfect for entertaining, offers room for a pool or ADU, and provides stunning views of the iconic Topa Topa mountains, especially during the famous Ojai Pink Moment.This property is an ideal live/work sanctuary in vibrant, historic Midtown Ojai.
For sale
Price cut: $200K (8/7)
$2,795,000
216 E Matilija St, Ojai, CA 93023
2beds
3baths
1,955sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
7,840.8 Square Feet Lot
$2,711,900 Zestimate®
$1,430/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 130 days
- on Zillow |
- 820 |
- 36 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 07, 2025 at 07:16am
Listed by:
Tyler Kallenbach,
Village Properties
Source: Ojai Valley BOR,MLS#: 224597

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,955
- Total interior livable area: 1,955 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Uncovered
- Fencing: Front Yard,Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 7,840.8 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0210113180
- Zoning: C1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition,Other
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ojai
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,430/sqft
- Date on market: 4/10/2025
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