1053 S Rice Rd

2
Baths
1,181 Sq. Ft.
$720 / Sq. Ft.
1,181
Sq. Ft.
$720
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to a classic 1961 Ojai bungalow set on a generous .23-acre lot, where opportunity and inspiration meet. This single-story, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,181 square feet of comfortable living space and a layout ready to be reimagined. Freshly painted on the exterior, the home invites you in with solid bones and endless possibilities. The expansive backyard is a true blank canvas, framed by views of the iconic Topa Topa Mountainsperfect for creating gardens, outdoor living spaces, or a future...Welcome to a classic 1961 Ojai bungalow set on a generous .23-acre lot, where opportunity and inspiration meet. This single-story, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,181 square feet of comfortable living space and a layout ready to be reimagined. Freshly painted on the exterior, the home invites you in with solid bones and endless possibilities. The expansive backyard is a true blank canvas, framed by views of the iconic Topa Topa Mountainsperfect for creating gardens, outdoor living spaces, or a future retreat. With room to build an ADU (buyer to verify), this property offers flexibility for guest quarters, rental income, or extended family living. A spacious side yard provides RV or boat parking, adding rare convenience, while the large lot offers ample space to expand and personalize. Whether you're seeking a starter home, an investment opportunity, or a place to craft your own Ojai sanctuary, this property is ready for transformation. Bring your vision and unlock the potentialthis is your chance to create something truly special in one of Ojai's most beloved settings.
  1. Listed by Teresa A Smith • DRE #tsmith • Brokerage DRE #01904034 • LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai
  2. Listed by Victoria L Adam • DRE #adam • Brokerage DRE #01904034 • LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai

Property Details for 1053 South Rice Road

Style
Older
View
Mountain(s)
Type of Garage
Attached Garage
Zoning
R110
LISTING UPDATED: 01/08/2026 01:14 PM

Property Details for 1053 South Rice Road

StatusActive
MLS #224995
Days on Market4
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1961
Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,018 SF
CountyVentura County

Location

Listing Courtesy of LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai, Teresa A Smith, DRE #tsmith; LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai, Victoria L Adam, DRE #adam
Add your commute

Virtual Tour

Building Information for 1053 South Rice Road

Stories-Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,018 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,266 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,143

Property Taxes

$123

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 1053 South Rice Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: Ojai (VC11)
  • City: Ojai
  • County: Ventura
  • State: CA
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Zip Code: 93023
School Information
  • School District: Ojai District
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Square Footage: 10018.0
  • Square Footage: 1181.0
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 0180184185
  • Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Transaction Type: Sale
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Type: Conventional
  • Fence: Rear
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms: 2.0
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Gas, Oven, Range
  • Heating: Gas
  • Patio: Covered

Property History for 1053 South Rice Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #V1-33945

$850,000—
Jan 5, 2026

Price Change

Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS #224995

$850,000—
Jan 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS #224995

—
Dec 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #V1-33945VC

$850,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/06/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #V1-33945

$850,000
01/05/2026

Price Change

Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS #224995

$850,000
01/05/2026

Listed (Active)

Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS #224995

—
12/09/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #V1-33945VC

$850,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1053 South Rice Road

Taxable ValueLand$19,555Additions$48,991Total$68,546
Tax Record2025$1,471 ($123 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,181 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,181 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,018 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961ZoningR110CountyVENTURAAPN018-0-184-185

Schools near 1053 South Rice Road

This home is within Ojai Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Meiners Oaks Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Mira Monte Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Matilija Middle
Public6 to 8

Legacy High
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

1053 South Rice Road is a single family home for sale in Ojai, CA 93023. This property was listed for sale on January 5, 2026 by LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai, it's currently listed at $850,000. This listing's school district is Ojai Unified School District. Nearby schools include Meiners Oaks Elementary School, Mira Monte Elementary School and Matilija Middle. 1053 South Rice Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,181 sqft single family home built in 1961.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai, Teresa A Smith, DRE #tsmith; LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai, Victoria L Adam, DRE #adam

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: CRMLS, CLAW, I-Tech, ROWMLS, GPSMLS, SDMLS, VCRDS/PFAR, Idyllwild Association of Realtors, Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS and/or AVMLS. Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS, CLAW, I-Tech, ROWMLS, GPSMLS, SDMLS, VCRDS/PFAR, Idyllwild Association of Realtors, Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS and/or AVMLS is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals.