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Ventura County Residential Property Management

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      My Home Didn't Sell! Now What? Property Marketing Plan
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      Agoura Hills Moorpark Newbury Park Oak Park Simi Valley Thousand Oaks Westlake Village
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Hearth & Haven Property Management

Hearth & Haven Property Management

Backed by over 24 years of Ventura County real estate experience, Hearth & Haven Property Management is led by a seasoned local broker who has navigated shifting markets since 2002. From residential sales to long-term investment strategy, that depth of experience translates into smarter tenant placement, stronger asset protection, and proactive oversight tailored to California’s regulatory landscape. We understand both the numbers and the people behind every property—and manage accordingly.
Known for her straight-talk approach and deep local market knowledge, Kim doesn’t chase transactions—she builds smart strategies. Sellers work with her to avoid costly pricing mistakes and long days on market. Buyers rely on her guidance to navigate competitive conditions and make strong, informed decisions. Landlords partner with Kim for streamlined leasing, solid tenant placement, and practical property management rooted in real numbers—not guesswork.

Kim brings a relationship-first mindset, strong communication, and clear boundaries to every deal. She believes education is power, data beats emotion, and no one benefits from surprises—especially in real estate. Her clients value her honesty, responsiveness, and ability to simplify complex decisions while protecting their long-term interests.

Whether you’re selling a home, buying your next one, or building a rental portfolio, Kim offers steady leadership, local expertise, and a results-driven plan—so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

Hearth & Haven Property Management

1480 Calle Durazno
Thousand Oaks , CA 91360
United States
805-551-2137

Recent Articles

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04 Jun 2026

House Hacking in 2026: What the Hype Got Wrong — and What Actually Works

by Hearth & Haven Property Management

If you’ve spent any time on real estate TikTok in the last few years, you’ve probably seen the house hacking pitch. Buy a property, rent part of it out, let your tenants cover the...

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19 May 2026

2026 Home Design Trends: What’s In, What’s Out, and What Buyers Are Responding To

by Hearth & Haven Property Management

After a decade of cool grays, crisp whites, and spaces that looked more like showrooms than homes, buyers have changed what they’re looking for. Call it quiet luxury — the idea that richness comes...

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14 Apr 2026

Is Buying a Home Together Right for Your Family? Here’s How to Think It Through

by Hearth & Haven Property Management

For a long time, multigenerational living had a reputation problem. It was the option families turned to when something had gone wrong — a job loss, a divorce, a health crisis. Moving back in...

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07 Mar 2026

What Actually Makes a Listing Stand Out in 2026

by Hearth & Haven Property Management

The playbook for selling a home has changed fast. Buyers have more options, more leverage, and they are using it. Active housing inventory rose more than 16% year-over-year in 2025 — one of the...

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07 Jan 2026

The True Cost of Homeownership: What You Pay Beyond the Mortgage

by Hearth & Haven Property Management

When most homebuyers calculate whether they can afford a new home, they focus almost exclusively on one number: the monthly mortgage payment. It’s the figure lenders qualify them for, the number discussed during showings,...

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08 Dec 2025

2026 Housing Market Forecast: Will the Market Find Its Footing?

by Hearth & Haven Property Management

Will 2026 be the year buyers stop waiting? Forecasters are split, predicting anywhere from 1.7%1 to 14%2 growth in home sales. That 12-point gap reveals the central question facing the housing market: how much...

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08 Nov 2025

Planning Your 2026 Real Estate Moves: A Guide to the Best Buying and Selling Seasons

by Hearth & Haven Property Management

Timing isn’t everything in real estate, but it can mean the difference between saving $20,000 or paying a premium, selling in 30 days or waiting three months, and negotiating from a position of strength...

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Recent Listings

Backyard 2 virtually staged

A private outdoor sanctuary on a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Thousand Oaks.

Active | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1185 permitted Sq. Ft. sqft

Some homes sell square footage. This one sells a lifestyle. Set on a quiet Thousand Oaks cul-de-sac, 2340 Calle Malvon delivers a backyard that rivals properties twice the price — a sparkling pool, glowing...

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Well Maintained, Single-Story Home. Great for First-Time Buyers!

Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,205 sqft

Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated, this single-story Simi Valley home. This property presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers or those seeking a well-kept single-story home in a central Simi Valley location.

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Stop Paying for Storage. Bring the Toys Home!

Sold | 4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,106 sqft

This Newbury Park home offers on-site space for RVs, boats, and trailers, plus a seller ready to move.

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KCRE, LLC

1480 Calle Durazno

Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

United States

kimblackwell.myagent.site

805-551-2137

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