Welcome to 425 & 427 Rancho Drive – a rare opportunity in the heart of Midtown Ventura. This beautifully maintained and updated corner-lot duplex offers pride of ownership, flexible living arrangements, and garden magic. Whether you’re looking for a turnkey investment, multi-generational living, or the chance to live in one and rent the other, this property checks all the boxes.425 Rancho is a spacious 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with a thoughtfully updated two-story layout. The main level features an open-concept living, dining, and upgraded kitchen area, along with three bedrooms and two baths. Upstairs, enjoy a second living space with treetop views, valued ceilings and two more bedrooms with a full bathroom. With a separate entrance already in place, this upper level offers potential for Junior ADU conversion–creating the possibility of a third unit (buyer to verify).Outside, 425 greets you with a storybook-style front porch and a lush private garden that bursts with color and personality. Thoughtfully designed by the owner, the landscaping is both artistic and inviting–fragrant plantings, sculpted greenery, and mature shade trees create a little oasis right in the middle of town. Neighbors often stop to admire the curb appeal.427 Rancho has its own private entrance around the corner, with a cozy porch and its own fenced backyard retreat. Inside, you’ll find a stylish 2 bedroom, 1 bath layout with an open kitchen, living, and dining space. The bedroom looks out onto their own garden, offering peaceful views and privacy. Both units have laundries. Additional features include: Detached 2-car garage. Separate utility meters. Excellent long-term tenants in place. Located just minutes from Ventura’s beaches, charming downtown and the 101 freeway. Enjoy nearby shops, hiking trails, and a vibrant community with a friendly small-town coastal feel.