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$2,050,000

853 Shell Beach Rd Pismo Beach, CA 93449

0.3 acres
Land

Property details

About 853 Shell Beach Rd

In the highly desired coastal community of Shell Beach within Pismo Beach, California, this prominent property with highway visibility presents a rare and exciting opportunity. Situated at 853 Shell Beach Road and 118 Windward Avenue, this combined parcel spans 14,380± square feet, offering ample space for a visionary mixed-use project*. Positioned in a high-traffic area, this property offers unparalleled visibility, making it an ideal location for businesses seeking maximum exposure. With its prime location and sizable land area, this property offers a compelling opportunity for builders/developers to work with community members and the City of Pismo Beach to bring this iconic property back to life, to enhance Shell Beach and the surrounding communities. Whether crafting a vibrant retail hub, chic residential complex, or a blend of both, the possibilities are endless*. Opportunities like this are rare in Shell Beach, making this offering particularly noteworthy. The proposed project includes plans* for 4,350± square feet of ground floor commercial space, perfect for retail shops, cafes, or professional offices, and 4,200± square feet of second-floor residential units, offering modern living spaces with the allure of coastal views. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of Shell Beach with a dynamic mixed-use development. *Plans are conceptual only. List price includes conceptual plans but makes no guarantee of ability to build.

Highlights

Home typeOther
StatusActive
Lot size0.3301 Acres
MLS #SC24111766
ViewOcean

Summary

  • View: Ocean
  • List Price: $2,050,000
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $12,928
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Corner Lot
  • Directions: Shell Beach Rd and the intersections of Boeker and Windward
  • Lot Size: 0.3301 Acres
  • MLS Number: SC24111766
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Richardson Sotheby's International Realty
  • Office Phone: (805) 441-4618
  • Listing Agent: Kristen Gentry

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 27, 2021
Home Sold
$1,500,000
Aug 16, 2013
Home Sold
$1,040,000
Feb 14, 2003
Home Sold
$801,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,188,552$12,928
2023$1,165,248$12,772
2022$1,142,400$12,574
2021$767,899$8,709
2020$760,027$8,606
2019$745,125$12,758
2018$1,120,461$12,758
2017$1,098,493$12,542

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Shell Beach Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.6 mi

2100 Shell Beach Rd

6

Grover Heights Elementary School

Public District KG-6

3.4 mi

770 N Eighth St and Ritchie Rd

8

Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter

Public Charter KG-6

3.6 mi

1401 San Luis Bay Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $59,063. The most common annual income of people living in Pismo Beach, CA is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

29%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
31%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

56%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
11%
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
25%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • College FootballCollege Football

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 853 Shell Beach Rd

The listing price of 853 Shell Beach Rd property is $2,050,000.

The property 853 Shell Beach Rd is land located in Pismo Beach, California, 93449.

Active Listing: 853 Shell Beach Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 853 Shell Beach Rd are: Shell Beach Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Grover Heights Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Judkins Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Paulding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Mesa Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Arroyo Grande High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Pacific Beach High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lopez Continuation High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $12,928 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on April 27, 2021 for $1,500,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property 853 Shell Beach Rd is 0.33 acres.

This home is located at 853 Shell Beach Rd in Pismo Beach, CA and zip code 93449. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 6, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,050,000.

In June 2025 more than 2 listings in Pismo Beach, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 7 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Pismo Beach, CA decreased by 5.1% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 57 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $1,440,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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