#633443, Chris Rima, Listing office: RPS Real Estate
#PI25146363·
Listing office: Keller Williams Realty Central Coast·
Listing agent: Paul Swack·
Listing office phone: 805-441-4281
$1,950,000 List price
140 Kern Ave Morro Bay, CA 93442
4 beds
1 full, 2 partial
2,700 sqft
0.3 acres
$722 / sqft
House
Property details
About 140 Kern Ave
Step into a classic Morro Bay home with character, potential, and views to match. Tucked into a quiet, established neighborhood, 140 Kern Avenue offers solid 1950s–60s construction, great bones, and a layout full of possibility. This spacious property features three fireplaces — one in the kitchen, living room, and entry — adding warmth and charm throughout. The kitchen includes a double oven, perfect for anyone who loves to cook or entertain, and there are three bathrooms (one full, two half baths) for added convenience. The garage is equipped with its own golf cart garage, and you could be on the first tee within minutes. While the home is mostly original and ready for updates, the thoughtful floor plan and vintage details like wood paneling and carpeting throughout offer a unique opportunity to restore or remodel to your taste. Enjoy beautiful views and a fantastic location near downtown Morro Bay, shops, and the Embarcadero. Whether you're a buyer with vision or an investor looking for your next project, this home is ready for its next chapter.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Size2,700 sqft
Lot size0.2997 Acres
Year built1951
ParkingDriveway, Garage
MLS #PI25146363
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceKitchen, Living Room
ViewMountain(s), Neighborhood, Ocean, Water
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Double Oven, Electric Cooktop
- Interior: Breakfast Bar, Block Walls, Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Fireplace: Kitchen, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Driveway, Garage
- View: Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Ocean, Water
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $1,950,000
- Price/SqFt: $722
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,967
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Keep right onto Walnut St, turn right onto Santa Rose St, take exit 278 onto Morro Bay Blvd, at the roundabout take the second exit onto Morro Bay Blvd and turn left onto Kern, the destination is on your left
- Year Built: 1951
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,700 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2997 Acres
- MLS Number: PI25146363
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Central Coast
- Office Phone: (805) 441-4281
- Listing Agent: Paul Swack
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $178,053 | $1,967 |
| 2023 | $174,562 | $1,932 |
| 2022 | $171,140 | $1,811 |
| 2021 | $167,785 | $1,782 |
| 2020 | $166,066 | $1,689 |
| 2019 | $162,811 | $1,636 |
| 2018 | $159,619 | $1,636 |
| 2017 | $156,490 | $1,602 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Baywood Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.9 mi
•1330 9th St
8
Monarch Grove Elementary School
Public District KG-6
2.8 mi
•348 Los Osos Valley Rd
5
Del Mar Elementary School
Public District KG-6
3.1 mi
•501 Sequoia St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,444. Most Morro Bay, CA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
33%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
48%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
36%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
8%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
32%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
NASCAR
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Dick's Sporting Goods
Old Navy
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Arbys
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Lincoln
GMC
Lexus
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
Adult Hits
Oldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 140 Kern Ave
The listing price of 140 Kern Ave property is $1,950,000.
The property 140 Kern Ave is a house located in Morro Bay, California, 93442.
Active Listing: 140 Kern Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 140 Kern Ave are: Baywood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Monarch Grove Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Del Mar Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Los Osos Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Cayucos Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Laguna Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Morro Bay High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), San Luis Obispo County Community (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Grizzly Challenge Charter (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,967 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 140 Kern Ave has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 140 Kern Ave is 2,700 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 140 Kern Ave is 1951.
This home is located at 140 Kern Ave in Morro Bay, CA and zip code 93442. This 2,700 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 0.30 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,950,000.
In June 2025 more than 2 listings in Morro Bay, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 8 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Morro Bay, CA between May and June 2025 did not move. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 37 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $933,250.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.