Where magic happens~ this enchanting Ojai retreat is set on a lushly landscaped half-acre and thoughtfully reimagined offering a captivating blend of understated sophistication, creative inspiration, and the effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle that makes Ojai so special.At its heart is a charming, recently remodeled two-bedroom cottage that feels straight out of Architectural Digest. Beautifully curated interiors feature a chic kitchen with Fisher & Paykel appliances, a stylishly refreshed bathroom, and Italian porcelain tile floors. Newer HVAC and a tankless water heater provide modern comfort without compromising the home's timeless character.Beyond the cottage, a series of distinct outdoor spaces creates a wonderful sense of privacy and discovery. A secluded front garden shaded by mature trees offers a peaceful retreat, while a light-filled central courtyard connects the cottage to the property's extraordinary second structure. Wander farther and discover a picturesque olive grove and inviting covered outdoor dining area, perfect for gathering with friends and lingering over dinner on Ojai's warm summer evenings.Tucked beyond the olive trees is a seriously cool metal barn with soaring 13-foot ceilings, thoughtfully transformed into a bright, inspiring creative studio. With its own gated entrance and separately fenced grounds, this remarkable space offers an uncommon level of independence and versatility. Both the cottage and barn enjoy their own gated access, creating a unique arrangement with endless possibilities.With room for gardens, a future pool, abundant off-street parking, and covered RV parking, the property offers as much practicality as it does charm.It's the combination of intimate gardens, sun-drenched spaces, the romance of an olive grove, and an unexpected creative retreat that makes this property truly special. A little unexpected, wonderfully private, and undeniably Ojai, this is a place that invites you to slow down, dream a little, and make it your own.
For sale
$1,395,000
908 Tico Rd, Ojai, CA 93023
2beds
1baths
748sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
0.5 Acres Lot
$1,367,100 Zestimate®
$1,865/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 2 days
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tonya Peralta 805-794-7458,
Keller Williams Santa Barbara,
Belinda Wynn 805-368-1820,
Keller Williams Santa Barbara
Source: Ojai Valley BOR,MLS#: 225453
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Dishwasher
Interior area
- Total structure area: 748
- Total interior livable area: 748 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Fencing: Front Yard,Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0180080090
- Zoning: RE1AC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1953
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ojai
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,865/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,240,000
- Date on market: 10/28/2026
Estimated market value
$1,367,100
$1.30M - $1.44M
$2,876/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+12.5%$1,865/sqft |
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| 12/9/2025 | Sold | $1,240,000-4.2%$1,658/sqft |
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| 12/9/2025 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$1,731/sqft |
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| 11/13/2025 | Contingent | $1,295,000$1,731/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Price change | $1,295,000-7.2%$1,731/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000$1,865/sqft |
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| 6/8/2025 | Contingent | $1,395,000$1,865/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+19.6%$1,865/sqft |
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| 7/22/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/1/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,200$4/sqft |
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| 1/15/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/18/2022 | Listed for rent | $3,200$4/sqft |
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| 10/2/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/15/2021 | Listed for rent | $3,200$4/sqft |
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| 8/27/2021 | Sold | $1,166,000+85.4%$1,559/sqft |
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| 5/4/2016 | Listing removed | $629,000$841/sqft |
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| 3/18/2016 | Listed for sale | $629,000+77.2%$841/sqft |
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| 4/30/2013 | Sold | $355,000-3.3%$475/sqft |
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| 1/17/2013 | Price change | $367,000-4.6%$491/sqft |
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| 12/13/2012 | Listed for sale | $384,500$514/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,240,000 +0.2% |
| 2025 | $14,173 +6% | $1,237,368 +2% |
| 2024 | $13,372 | $1,213,106 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,372 +1.7% | $1,189,320 +2% |
| 2022 | $13,142 +157% | $1,166,000 +188.7% |
| 2021 | $5,113 +2.5% | $403,854 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,987 +3% | $399,714 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,841 +1% | $391,877 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,793 +1.8% | $384,194 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,706 +1.5% | $376,662 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,637 +0.5% | $369,277 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,615 +3.3% | $363,733 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,466 | $356,610 +75.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $203,683 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $199,690 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $195,775 +0.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $194,777 +4% |
| 2007 | -- | $187,214 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $183,544 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $179,946 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $173,188 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $169,793 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,558 +2.1% | $166,464 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,506 | $163,200 |
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Neighborhood: 93023
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Ojai District
Source: Ojai Valley BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





