Ventura County Landmark No. 74: Henry Levy House

Built in 1915, the Henry Levy House was designed by Los Angeles architect Homer Glidden. Located on G Street within the Henry T. Oxnard Historic District, it stands as an exceptional example of a three-story Craftsman, shingle-style residence with Tudor influences. Spanning eighteen rooms across three lots, it remains one of the largest historic homes in Oxnard (Ventura County Resource Management Agency, Planning Division, 2016).

Henry Levy, brother of Achille Levy—founder of the Bank of A. Levy—was a bean broker and shipper. He arrived in Hueneme from France in 1884 to join Achille in the brokerage business and eventually built this home as his primary residence. Many original trees, gardens, and the property’s pond still remain. The second story features shingle siding, while the first story displays medium clapboard siding. Wood trim beneath the front gable and roof shingles that resemble thatching contribute to the Tudor influence. Notched beams under the eaves, along with brick porch columns and a brick chimney, add a distinct Craftsman character. The interior includes extensive oak woodwork, and the fireplace tiles resemble Batchelder tiles commonly found in Craftsman homes throughout Southern California.

Henry Levy died in the home in 1936, and his wife continued to live in the residence until her passing in 1970, preserving the home’s original character throughout their occupancy (Triem, 1981).