You had me at the beamed ceilings.Tucked into one of Ventura's most beloved neighborhoods--wide, quiet streets, ocean-kissed breezes, and that unmistakable sense of community--this 1954 charmer is the kind of home you dream about living in.Original hardwood floors ground the space with warmth, while vaulted ceilings in the living room create an airy, light-filled heart of the home. Thoughtfully updated throughout, including refreshed bathrooms and a beautifully reimagined kitchen, it's that rare blend of character and turnkey ease.The kitchen is a standout--Wolf appliances, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, marble countertops, and stone flooring--designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Just beyond, the dining room opens through expansive sliding doors to a dreamy outdoor setting: a deck and gazebo made for long dinners under the stars.And then... the gardens. Truly something special.Raised beds for herbs and tomatoes, a flourishing Meyer lemon and orange tree, bougainvillea in bloom, and a mature wisteria draped over the pergola like something out of a storybook. It's the kind of place where fresh flowers on the table become part of your daily rhythm.A Dutch door welcomes you in, framing an arched picture window that looks out to the front garden--lush, layered, and
MLS #
CRV1-35438
MLS Source
California Regional MLS
Bedrooms
Primary Suite/Retreat
Fireplace
Dining Room, Gas Burning, Living Room
Pool
None
Garage/Parking
Garage: 2 Car(s)
386 Dorothy Ave is a Single Family Residence in Ventura, CA 93003. This 1,531 square foot property sits on a 8,398 Sq Ft Lot and features 3 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $1,507,500 and was built in 1954. This address can also be written as 386 Dorothy Ave, Ventura, CA 93003.
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