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$1,254,393$540 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,159,000 on Jan 13, 2025

974 EL CENTRO ST

OJAI, CA 93023
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,322 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.1M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,159,000 · Jan 13, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,818 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,182,180 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$768,570
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$413,610
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$836,635

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
67
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
40
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
44
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
66
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyVENTURA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 70 ft²

Transaction History(10)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Mira Monte Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Nordhoff Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Nordhoff High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Ojai Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93023These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.571

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,715
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.106 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,916
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,711
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

974 El Centro St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 83% of homes in Ventura County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Ojai 93023
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Ojai 93023
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Ventura County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Ojai 93023

What homes are worth in Ojai 93023

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$599K$3.9M

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Ojai 93023.

How it measures up in Ojai 93023

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ojai 93023.

Estimated value$1,254,393
CheaperTypical $1,122,265Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$540
CheaperTypical $738Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area2,322 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,555 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 974 El Centro St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOjai 93023Ventura County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,254,39360% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5407% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than2,322 ft²80% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac56% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than197466% of homes46% of homes

About 974 El Centro St

How much is 974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA is $1,254,393 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,067,338 to $1,441,448. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA last sell?

974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA last sold on Jan 13, 2025 for $1,159,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA?

974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,322 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA built?

974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA?

974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA is assigned to Mira Monte Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Nordhoff Junior High School (middle), rated D; Nordhoff High School (high), rated A. All sit in Ojai Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA compare to other homes in Ojai 93023?

Among the 7,093 homes in Ojai 93023, it is worth more than 60% of them ($1,254,393 against a typical $1,122,265), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($540 against a typical $738), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,322 ft² against a typical 1,555 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1974 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Ventura County, it is worth more than 83% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 974 El Centro St, Ojai, CA was $9,818. The county assessed it at $1,182,180.

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