12986 Macdonald Drive, Ojai, CA 93023
12986 Macdonald Drive, Ojai, CA 93023
Property Description
An Ojai View Estate- Set behind the gates of Rancho Matilija, 12986 MacDonald presents a rare opportunity to own a private retreat in one of Ojai's most coveted settings. Just 90 minutes from West Los Angeles, 30 minutes from Santa Barbara, and only minutes from Lake Casitas, the property offers an effortless escape from the city without sacrificing convenience. Reached by a long private drive and bordering both the Ventura River and the Ojai Land Conservancy, the nearly three-acre estate is immersed in nature, with uninterrupted mountain vistas and front-row views of Ojai's iconic Pink Moment. Direct access to endless miles of hiking, equestrian, and mountain biking trails, along with nearby camping and outdoor recreation, creates an unmatched connection to the Ojai lifestyle. Designed to embrace its extraordinary surroundings, the residence features five bedrooms and five bathrooms, a view-oriented primary suite, a downstairs ensuite perfect for guests and in-laws, expansive living spaces, hardwood floors throughout the main living areas, travertine in the entry and kitchen, three fireplaces, a three-car garage, and EV charging. Mature olive, citrus, palm, and specimen trees frame the grounds. Whether envisioned as a full-time residence or a luxurious weekend sanctuary, this view estate offers a unique combination of privacy, recreation, natural beauty, and accessibility--placing world-class hiking, horseback riding, cycling, boating, and the vibrant restaurants, galleries, and boutiques of downtown Ojai just moments from your doorstep.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Luxury Tier · 4 active · 3 closed
Ojai · Single Family Residence
Listed 3.4% below the median closed sale of $3,100,000. Price per sqft ($627) is a 25% discount to closed comps ($836). Closed comps sold at 91% of list — buyers have negotiating leverage. Expect a longer timeline — comps averaged 123 days on market. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.
Active Properties (4)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15990 Maricopa Highway | Ojai | 2008 | 6 | 5 | 4,722 | 104,980 | $401 | $1.90M | 402 | 71 |
| 402 Montgomery Street | Ojai | 2004 | 4 | 4 | 4,591 | 33,976 | $675 | $3.10M | 3 | 59 |
| 803 Country Club Drive | Ojai | 1953 | 4 | 6 | 4,369 | 33,812 | $937 | $4.09M | 128 | 52 |
| 11849 Sulphur Mountain Road | Ojai | 1969 | 4 | 3 | 4,386 | 534,046 | $901 | $3.95M | 177 | 44 |
| Total: 4 · Average | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4,517 | 176,703.5 | $728.5 | $3.26M | 177.5 | |||
| Median | 4,591 | $3.95M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (3)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12750 Macdonald Drive | Ojai | 2007 | 09/21/2026 | 5 | 4 | 4,244 | 91,476 | $3.29M | $3.10M | $730 | 0.94 | 83 | 68 |
| 1210 La Luna Avenue | Ojai | 2012 | 06/11/2026 | 6 | 6 | 4,212 | 61,420 | $2.55M | $2.44M | $580 | 0.96 | 113 | 60 |
| 10829 Oak Knoll Road | Ojai | 1988 | 08/20/2026 | 4 | 5 | 4,923 | 958,320 | $7.00M | $5.90M | $1,198 | 0.84 | 174 | 51 |
| Total: 3 · Average | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4,459.667 | 370,405.333 | $3.81M | $3.81M | $836 | — | 123.33333333333333 | ||||
| Median | 4,244 | $3.10M | $3.10M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.