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Ventura Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Ventura, officially the City of San Buenaventura, is the county seat of Ventura County: a coastal city of 110,763 residents (2020 census) in ZIP codes 93001, 93003 and 93004.
Location: Ventura, CA · ZIP 93001, 93003, 93004 · Area: Ventura, Ojai & Santa Clara River Valley, Ventura County
Where Ventura is
Ventura grew up around Mission San Buenaventura, founded in 1782, and incorporated in 1866. The western part of the city follows the Ventura River north, the foothills rise behind the north side of town, the Santa Clara River forms the southern boundary, and the city reaches east to the historic community of Saticoy. A 1920s oil boom and post-World War II growth shaped much of the city.
Neighborhoods
Commonly named Ventura neighborhoods include Downtown, Midtown, the Westside, Pierpont, the Ventura Keys, Montalvo, Saticoy, Hobson Heights, the Hillsides, College, Juanamaria, Serra, Thille, Wells, Taylor Ranch, North Bank, Poinsettia and Arundell. Boundaries are informal.
Ventura Keys
The Ventura Keys is a canal community near Ventura Harbor first sold in 1964. Its volunteer homeowners association counts about 300 homes on the water and about 400 off the water, and maintains two neighborhood beaches, Big Beach and Little Beach. For a waterfront home, confirm the dock, seawall and flood-zone details in writing.
Pierpont
Pierpont is Ventura's beach neighborhood on the ocean side of U.S. 101, between downtown and Ventura Harbor.
Downtown and Midtown
Downtown is the historic center around Mission San Buenaventura. Midtown, to the east, is home to Ventura High School.
Schools
Ventura is served by the Ventura Unified School District, whose high schools include Ventura High, Buena High and Foothill Technology High School. Ventura College is a community college in the city. School assignment depends on the exact address; confirm with the district.
Selling in Ventura
Premier Advantage lists Ventura homes for 1/2% + $795. Ventura flat fee listing details
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ventura the same as San Buenaventura?
Yes. The city's official name is the City of San Buenaventura; it is commonly called Ventura.
What ZIP codes are in Ventura?
93001, 93003 and 93004.
What school district serves Ventura?
The Ventura Unified School District. Confirm assignment for a specific address with the district.
Do Ventura Keys homes have boat docks?
Many waterfront homes in the Keys back onto the canals. Dock rights and condition vary by property; confirm them for a specific home.
Can I see Ventura homes for sale here?
Yes. The live MLS gallery on this page shows Ventura homes for sale. For help with a specific home, call or text 805-953-6800.
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From G. Robert Arnold
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— G. Robert Arnold, Broker, Premier Advantage Real Estate (CA DRE 00569840)
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Information reviewed November 9, 2026. Boundaries, HOA details and school assignments change; verify with the HOA, the city or county and the school district before relying on them. Listings shown above are provided by Web4Realty from the MLS feed and change frequently; confirm availability and details before relying on them.