In 2008, Reese Witherspoon bought a 7-acre Ojai ranch for $5.8 million; 6 years later, the property sold for $4.98 million with pastureland, mature oaks and stables there

Celebrity homes often attract attention not only because of their owners, but also because of the distinctive properties themselves. One such property was Reese Witherspoon’s Libbey Ranch in Ojai, a seven-acre estate featuring historic architecture, guest accommodations, stables, pastureland and mature oak trees.

Oscar-winning actress Reese Witherspoon sold the ranch six years after purchasing it. The Times confirmed the sale, with the Multiple Listing Service reporting a sales price of $4,983,500.

A Historic Ojai Ranch

Witherspoon purchased the ranch in 2008 for $5.8 million. The property was originally built in 1923, when it served as stables for glassware titan Edward Libbey.


The ranch was designed by architect Wallace Neff, who was known for developing a “California”-style of home. Its architectural details included turrets, original stonework, and arched windows and alcoves.

The historic character of the property was combined with extensive grounds and multiple structures spread across its seven acres.

Inside the Main House

The main residence was a two-story house with several distinctive features. It included beamed ceilings and an oversized fireplace in the two-story living room.

The home also had a library loft with its own fireplace, along with four bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms.

Beyond the main residence, the property included three guest cottages, a carriage house, a swimming pool, a barn and stables. Pastureland and mature oak trees also formed part of the seven-acre grounds.

Altogether, the ranch contained nine bedrooms, five full bathrooms and two half-baths.

Reese Witherspoon’s Acting Career

At the time of the sale, Witherspoon was 37. Her film career included appearances in “Legally Blonde” (2001), “Sweet Home Alabama” (2002) and “Walk the Line” (2005).

Her performance in “Walk the Line” earned her the lead actress Oscar.

She had also appeared in “Mud” and “Water for Elephants.” At the time, she was set to star in the upcoming films “Devil’s Knot” and “Wild,” the latter based on the memoir by Cheryl Strayed.

The Sale of Libbey Ranch

Witherspoon’s Ojai property sold for $4,983,500, according to the Multiple Listing Service. She had originally purchased the ranch for $5.8 million in 2008.

The Real Estalker, which broke the news of the Ojai sale, also reported that Witherspoon owned a three-parcel spread in the Brentwood area of Los Angeles and a house near Nashville.

The sale involved several real estate professionals. Nancy Kogevinas of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and Billy Rose of the Agency were the listing agents, according to the MLS. Jennifer Berger of Sotheby’s International Realty represented the buyer.

A Seven-Acre Property With Historic Character

Libbey Ranch combined a historic 1923 structure with extensive grounds and additional amenities, including guest cottages, a carriage house, a pool, a barn, stables and pastureland.

For Witherspoon, the Ojai ranch was a $5.8-million purchase in 2008 that later changed hands for $4,983,500. The property’s seven acres, mature oaks, historic architectural elements and equestrian-related features made it a distinctive part of her real estate holdings during that period.

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Source: Los Angeles Times

FAQs:

Q1. Who owned the Ojai ranch?

Reese Witherspoon owned the seven-acre Libbey Ranch in Ojai. She purchased the property in 2008.

Q2. How much did Reese Witherspoon pay for the ranch?

Witherspoon bought the ranch for $5.8 million in 2008. She later sold it for $4,983,500.