5042 Casitas Pass Rd

Ventura, CA 93001

$6,025,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
—Sq. Ft.
— / Sq. Ft.
—
Sq. Ft.
—
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled in the Casitas Valley, this idyllic ranch offers endless possibilities for outdoor living. Set on approximately 65 scenic acres of undulating hills, private trails, abundant fruit & vegetable orchards, meandering creeks & a peaceful pond, this private oasis is centrally located between Ojai and Santa Barbara and roughly 20 minutes to Montecito. The artfully remodeled 2-bd farmhouse, enhanced with walnut woodwork milled from the land, emanates timeless sophistication and attention to detail....Nestled in the Casitas Valley, this idyllic ranch offers endless possibilities for outdoor living. Set on approximately 65 scenic acres of undulating hills, private trails, abundant fruit & vegetable orchards, meandering creeks & a peaceful pond, this private oasis is centrally located between Ojai and Santa Barbara and roughly 20 minutes to Montecito. The artfully remodeled 2-bd farmhouse, enhanced with walnut woodwork milled from the land, emanates timeless sophistication and attention to detail. The separate office/studio, 3-car garage & barn compose a perfect mini compound. The property's three parcels offer exceptional investment opportunities for many potential endeavors, including additional residential development, a hobby farm, equestrian, and private recreational gatherings.
  1. Listed by Kyle Forsyth • DRE #20231201172018964876000000 • Compass
  2. Listed by Non Member Agent • DRE #20010829143408762679000000 • Non Member Office

Property Details for 5042 Casitas Pass Road

Property Information:Within City Limits
No
Zoning
RA5AC
Zoning:Other
Yes
Location Info:Cross Street
Hwy 150
Architectural Style
Cal. Cottage, Ranch
Style:Cal. Cottage
Yes
Style:Ranch
Yes
Construction:Single Story
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 09/12/2024 08:57 PM

Property Details for 5042 Casitas Pass Road

StatusClosed
MLS #21-3226
Days on Market100
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1951
Lot Size65.30 AC / 2,844,468 SF
CountyVentura County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Kyle Forsyth, DRE #20231201172018964876000000; Non Member Office, Non Member Agent, DRE #20010829143408762679000000

Sold By Compass, Kyle Forsyth, DRE #20231201172018964876000000

Add your commute

Virtual Tour

Building Information for 5042 Casitas Pass Road

Stories-Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size65.30 AC / 2,844,468 SF

Payment Calculator

$31,795 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$31,567

Property Taxes

$228

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 5042 Casitas Pass Road

Details
Features
  • District: 05 - CARPINTERIA-SUMMERLAND
  • District: 05 - CARPINTERIA-SUMMERLAND
  • Amenities:Cathedral Ceilings: Yes
  • Amenities:Guest Quarters: Yes
  • Amenities:Horses: Yes
  • Amenities:Remodeled Bath: Yes
  • Amenities:Remodeled Kitchen: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Stove: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Diningroom Features: In Kitchen
  • Dining:In Kitchen: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Other, Deck, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Horse Facility, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Wooded, Deck3, Patio Open2, Patio Covered2, Horse Facility2, Lawn2, Fruit Trees2, Wooded4, Other49
  • Exterior:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Stove, LR
  • Fireplace(s):LR: Yes
  • Fireplace(s):Wood Burning Stove: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings:Hardwood: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Laundry:Common Area: Yes
  • Roof: Metal
  • Roof:Metal: Yes
  • Rooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Ground Floor Master, Office
  • Rooms:Den: No
  • Rooms:Ground Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Rooms:Ground Floor Primary: Yes
  • Rooms:Office: Yes
  • Security:Gate:Elec: Yes
  • Security:Smoke Detector(s): Yes
  • View:Setting: Yes
  • View:Green Belt: Yes
  • View:Wooded: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Deck: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Patio Open: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Patio Covered: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Horse Facility: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Lawn: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Fruit Trees: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Wooded: Yes
  • Grounds Landscaping:Other: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Security Features: Gate:Elec, Smoke Detc
  • Kitchen Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Washer
  • View: Setting, Green Belt, Wooded
  • Other Structures: Other, Barn, Paddock
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Levels: Single Story
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Room Total: 0
  • Pool: No
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 1951
  • Other Buildings:Barn: Yes
  • Other Buildings:Paddock: Yes
  • Other Buildings:Other: Yes
  • Building Area Total: 0.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 008-0-190-285
  • Association Fee: $.00
Parking/Garage
  • Attached: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #3, Detached, Other
  • Garages: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Gar #3: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Detached: Yes
  • Parking Garage:Other: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Gar #3, Detached, Other
Room Info
Room Info
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.00
Location Info
Location Info
  • Directions: Highway 150 towards Ojai, approx 6 miles in from Highway 101.
  • Topography: Greenbelt, Hilly, Rolly, Level
  • LocationTopo:Level: Yes
  • LocationTopo:Rolly: Yes
  • LocationTopo:Hilly: Yes
  • LocationTopo:Combo: Yes
  • LocationTopo:Greenbelt: Yes
  • Number Of Units Buildings: 0
  • Lot Features: Level, Rolling Slope, Greenbelt
Neighborhood/Schools
  • Elementary School: Other
  • Junior High School: Other
  • High School: Other
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Elementary School: Other
  • NeighborhoodSchools:Junior High School: Other
  • NeighborhoodSchools:High School: Other
Property / Assessor Information
Property / Assessor Info
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2844468.0
  • Lot Size Area: 65.3
  • Lot Size Acres: 65.3
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Foundation:Slab: Yes
  • Condition:Excellent: Yes
  • Property Information:Realtor.com Type: Residential: Single Family
  • Property Information:Year Built: 1951.0
  • Property Information:Source: Other/See Remarks
  • Property Information:ADU: No
Utility Info
  • Utility Info:Water: Well, Other
  • WaterSewer:Pvt Well In: Yes
  • WaterSewer:Other: Yes
  • WaterSource: Private
  • Sewer: Other

Property History for 5042 Casitas Pass Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 7, 2022

Sold

CRMLS #21772132

$6,025,000—
Feb 7, 2022

Sold

CLAW #21-772132

$6,025,000—
Feb 6, 2022

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #21-3226

$6,025,000—
Dec 4, 2021

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #21-3226

—
Dec 3, 2021

Pending

CLAW #21-772132

—
Dec 3, 2021

Pending

CRMLS #21772132

—
Aug 26, 2021

Listed (Active)

CLAW #21-772132

$6,700,000—
Aug 26, 2021

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #21772132

$6,700,000—
Aug 25, 2021

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #21-3226

$6,700,000—
Oct 19, 2016

Sold

NSBCMLS #1064610

$3,100,000—
Oct 19, 2016

Sold

CRMLS #216002803

$3,100,000—
Oct 19, 2016

Sold

CLAW #216002803VC

$3,100,000—
Oct 19, 2016

Sold

VCF #V0-216002803

$3,100,000—
Oct 19, 2016

Sold

Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS #217126

$3,100,000—
Oct 18, 2016

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #16-610

$3,100,000—
Oct 18, 2016

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #16-649

$3,100,000—
Aug 31, 2016

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #16-610

—
Aug 31, 2016

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #16-649

—
Aug 26, 2016

Pending

NSBCMLS #1064610

—
Aug 25, 2016

Pending

VCF #V0-216002803

—
Aug 25, 2016

Pending

CLAW #216002803VC

—
Aug 25, 2016

Pending

CRMLS #216002803

—
Mar 15, 2016

Listed (Active)

NSBCMLS #1064610

$3,140,000—
Mar 4, 2016

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #216002803

$3,140,000—
Mar 4, 2016

Listed (Active)

CLAW #216002803VC

$3,140,000—
Mar 4, 2016

Listed (Active)

VCF #V0-216002803

$3,140,000—
Mar 4, 2016

Listed (Active)

Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS #217126

$3,140,000—
Mar 1, 2016

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #16-649

$3,140,000—
Feb 29, 2016

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #16-610

$3,140,000—
May 12, 2013

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #12-3359

$1,895,000—
Oct 25, 2012

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #12-3359

$1,895,000—
Sep 16, 2012

Expired

CRMLS #12004569

—
Sep 16, 2012

Expired

CRMLS #12003819

$1,899,000—
Sep 15, 2012

Expired

CLAW #12004569VC

$1,899,000—
Sep 15, 2012

Expired

PFAR #12003819

—
Sep 15, 2012

Expired

PFAR #12004569

—
Sep 15, 2012

Expired

VCRDS #12003819

$1,899,000—
Sep 15, 2012

Expired

VCRDS #12004569

$1,899,000—
Sep 15, 2012

Expired

CLAW #12003819VC

$1,899,000—
May 9, 2012

Price Change

CRMLS #12004569

$1,899,000—
May 9, 2012

Listed (Active)

VCRDS #12004569

$3,400,000—
May 7, 2012

Listed (Active)

VCRDS #12003819

$3,400,000—
Apr 1, 2012

Listed (Active)

CLAW #12004569VC

$3,400,000—
Apr 1, 2012

Listed (Active)

PFAR #12004569

$3,400,000—
Mar 15, 2012

Listed (Active)

CLAW #12003819VC

$3,400,000—
Mar 15, 2012

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #12003819

$3,400,000—
Mar 15, 2012

Listed (Active)

PFAR #12003819

$3,400,000—
Mar 15, 2012

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #12004569

$3,400,000—
Oct 1, 2011

Expired

CRMLS #10440483

$1,795,000—
Sep 30, 2011

Expired

CLAW #10-440483

$1,795,000—
Aug 3, 2011

Expired

CRMLS #80005350

$2,399,000—
Aug 3, 2011

Expired

CRMLS #613863

$2,795,000—
Apr 6, 2011

Listed (Active)

CLAW #10-440483

$2,200,000—
Mar 29, 2011

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #10-1220

$1,900,000—
Sep 3, 2010

Expired

CRMLS #V0-700907

$2,795,000—
Apr 6, 2010

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #10-1220

$2,200,000—
Mar 29, 2010

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #10440483

$2,200,000—
Dec 31, 2008

Expired

VCF #V0-80005350

$2,399,000—
Dec 31, 2008

Expired

CLAW #80005350VC

$2,399,000—
May 31, 2008

Listed (Active)

VCF #V0-80005350

$2,649,000—
Mar 13, 2008

Listed (Active)

CLAW #80005350VC

$2,649,000—
Mar 13, 2008

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #80005350

$2,399,000—
Feb 16, 2008

Expired

NSBCMLS #204185

$3,000,000—
Feb 16, 2008

Expired

NSBCMLS #204184

$3,000,000—
Oct 5, 2007

Expired

VCF #V0-613863

$2,795,000—
Oct 5, 2007

Expired

VCF #V0-700907

$2,795,000—
Oct 5, 2007

Expired

CLAW #613863VC

$2,795,000—
May 24, 2007

Expired

CLAW #117378VC

$2,795,000—
May 24, 2007

Expired

VCRDS #117378

$2,795,000—
May 24, 2007

Expired

PFAR #117378

—
Jan 22, 2007

Listed (Active)

VCRDS #117378

$2,795,000—
Jan 21, 2007

Listed (Active)

VCF #V0-700907

$2,795,000—
Jan 21, 2007

Listed (Active)

CLAW #700907VC

$2,795,000—
Jan 21, 2007

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #V0-700907

$2,795,000—
Dec 19, 2006

Withdrawn / Cancelled

VCF #V0-613856

$2,795,000—
Dec 19, 2006

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #613856VC

—
Nov 5, 2006

Listed (Active)

PFAR #117378

$2,795,000—
Nov 5, 2006

Listed (Active)

VCF #V0-613863

$2,795,000—
Nov 5, 2006

Listed (Active)

CLAW #117378VC

$2,795,000—
Oct 31, 2006

Listed (Active)

VCF #V0-613856

$2,795,000—
Oct 29, 2006

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #05-4139

$3,000,000—
Oct 26, 2006

Listed (Active)

CLAW #613863VC

$2,795,000—
Oct 24, 2006

Listed (Active)

CLAW #613856VC

$2,795,000—
Oct 24, 2006

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #613863

$2,795,000—
Oct 29, 2005

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #05-4138

$3,000,000—
Oct 29, 2005

Listed (Active)

NSBCMLS #204184

$3,000,000—
Oct 29, 2005

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SV204184MR

$3,000,000—
Oct 29, 2005

Listed (Active)

NSBCMLS #204185

$3,000,000—
Oct 28, 2005

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #05-4138

$3,000,000—
Oct 28, 2005

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #05-4139

$3,000,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/07/2022

Sold

CRMLS #21772132

$6,025,000
02/07/2022

Sold

CLAW #21-772132

$6,025,000
02/06/2022

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #21-3226

$6,025,000
12/04/2021

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #21-3226

—
12/03/2021

Pending

CLAW #21-772132

—
12/03/2021

Pending

CRMLS #21772132

—
08/26/2021

Listed (Active)

CLAW #21-772132

$6,700,000
08/26/2021

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #21772132

$6,700,000
08/25/2021

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #21-3226

$6,700,000
10/19/2016

Sold

NSBCMLS #1064610

$3,100,000
10/19/2016

Sold

CRMLS #216002803

$3,100,000
10/19/2016

Sold

CLAW #216002803VC

$3,100,000
10/19/2016

Sold

VCF #V0-216002803

$3,100,000
10/19/2016

Sold

Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS #217126

$3,100,000
10/18/2016

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #16-610

$3,100,000
10/18/2016

Sold

Santa Barbara AOR #16-649

$3,100,000
08/31/2016

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #16-610

—
08/31/2016

Pending

Santa Barbara AOR #16-649

—
08/26/2016

Pending

NSBCMLS #1064610

—
08/25/2016

Pending

VCF #V0-216002803

—
08/25/2016

Pending

CLAW #216002803VC

—
08/25/2016

Pending

CRMLS #216002803

—
03/15/2016

Listed (Active)

NSBCMLS #1064610

$3,140,000
03/04/2016

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #216002803

$3,140,000
03/04/2016

Listed (Active)

CLAW #216002803VC

$3,140,000
03/04/2016

Listed (Active)

VCF #V0-216002803

$3,140,000
03/04/2016

Listed (Active)

Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS #217126

$3,140,000
03/01/2016

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #16-649

$3,140,000
02/29/2016

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #16-610

$3,140,000
05/12/2013

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #12-3359

$1,895,000
10/25/2012

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #12-3359

$1,895,000
09/16/2012

Expired

CRMLS #12004569

—
09/16/2012

Expired

CRMLS #12003819

$1,899,000
09/15/2012

Expired

CLAW #12004569VC

$1,899,000
09/15/2012

Expired

PFAR #12003819

—
09/15/2012

Expired

PFAR #12004569

—
09/15/2012

Expired

VCRDS #12003819

$1,899,000
09/15/2012

Expired

VCRDS #12004569

$1,899,000
09/15/2012

Expired

CLAW #12003819VC

$1,899,000
05/09/2012

Price Change

CRMLS #12004569

$1,899,000
05/09/2012

Listed (Active)

VCRDS #12004569

$3,400,000
05/07/2012

Listed (Active)

VCRDS #12003819

$3,400,000
04/01/2012

Listed (Active)

CLAW #12004569VC

$3,400,000
04/01/2012

Listed (Active)

PFAR #12004569

$3,400,000
03/15/2012

Listed (Active)

CLAW #12003819VC

$3,400,000
03/15/2012

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #12003819

$3,400,000
03/15/2012

Listed (Active)

PFAR #12003819

$3,400,000
03/15/2012

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #12004569

$3,400,000
10/01/2011

Expired

CRMLS #10440483

$1,795,000
09/30/2011

Expired

CLAW #10-440483

$1,795,000
08/03/2011

Expired

CRMLS #80005350

$2,399,000
08/03/2011

Expired

CRMLS #613863

$2,795,000
04/06/2011

Listed (Active)

CLAW #10-440483

$2,200,000
03/29/2011

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #10-1220

$1,900,000
09/03/2010

Expired

CRMLS #V0-700907

$2,795,000
04/06/2010

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #10-1220

$2,200,000
03/29/2010

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #10440483

$2,200,000
12/31/2008

Expired

VCF #V0-80005350

$2,399,000
12/31/2008

Expired

CLAW #80005350VC

$2,399,000
05/31/2008

Listed (Active)

VCF #V0-80005350

$2,649,000
03/13/2008

Listed (Active)

CLAW #80005350VC

$2,649,000
03/13/2008

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #80005350

$2,399,000
02/16/2008

Expired

NSBCMLS #204185

$3,000,000
02/16/2008

Expired

NSBCMLS #204184

$3,000,000
10/05/2007

Expired

VCF #V0-613863

$2,795,000
10/05/2007

Expired

VCF #V0-700907

$2,795,000
10/05/2007

Expired

CLAW #613863VC

$2,795,000
05/24/2007

Expired

CLAW #117378VC

$2,795,000
05/24/2007

Expired

VCRDS #117378

$2,795,000
05/24/2007

Expired

PFAR #117378

—
01/22/2007

Listed (Active)

VCRDS #117378

$2,795,000
01/21/2007

Listed (Active)

VCF #V0-700907

$2,795,000
01/21/2007

Listed (Active)

CLAW #700907VC

$2,795,000
01/21/2007

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #V0-700907

$2,795,000
12/19/2006

Withdrawn / Cancelled

VCF #V0-613856

$2,795,000
12/19/2006

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #613856VC

—
11/05/2006

Listed (Active)

PFAR #117378

$2,795,000
11/05/2006

Listed (Active)

VCF #V0-613863

$2,795,000
11/05/2006

Listed (Active)

CLAW #117378VC

$2,795,000
10/31/2006

Listed (Active)

VCF #V0-613856

$2,795,000
10/29/2006

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #05-4139

$3,000,000
10/26/2006

Listed (Active)

CLAW #613863VC

$2,795,000
10/24/2006

Listed (Active)

CLAW #613856VC

$2,795,000
10/24/2006

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #613863

$2,795,000
10/29/2005

Expired

Santa Barbara AOR #05-4138

$3,000,000
10/29/2005

Listed (Active)

NSBCMLS #204184

$3,000,000
10/29/2005

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SV204184MR

$3,000,000
10/29/2005

Listed (Active)

NSBCMLS #204185

$3,000,000
10/28/2005

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #05-4138

$3,000,000
10/28/2005

Listed (Active)

Santa Barbara AOR #05-4139

$3,000,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5042 Casitas Pass Road

Taxable ValueLand$246,106Additions-Total$246,106
Tax Record2024$2,739 ($228 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size924,778 SqFtStylePastureZoningOS160ACCountyVENTURAAPN060-0-030-065

Schools near 5042 Casitas Pass Road

This home is within Ventura Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Sunset Elementary School
PublicK to 8

De Anza Academy Of Technology And The Arts
Public6 to 8

Ventura High School
Public9 to 12

Homestead (Alternative) School
PublicK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Kyle Forsyth, DRE #20231201172018964876000000; Non Member Office, Non Member Agent, DRE #20010829143408762679000000

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: CRMLS, CLAW, I-Tech, ROWMLS, GPSMLS, SDMLS, VCRDS/PFAR, Idyllwild Association of Realtors, Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS and/or AVMLS. Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS, CLAW, I-Tech, ROWMLS, GPSMLS, SDMLS, VCRDS/PFAR, Idyllwild Association of Realtors, Ojai Valley Board of REALTORS and/or AVMLS is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals.