A rare classic-era opportunity in the highly sought-after, original heart of Morro Bay. This spacious 1971 beach cottage combines authentic coastal character with incredible structural potential. The versatile floor plan features remodeled bathrooms, a two-car garage, and a substantial downstairs bonus room addition with its own private entrance. Offering a clean, live-in-ready slate for your modern updates, the property’s true crown jewel is the expansive lot, boasting multiple viewing decks, peek-a-boo Morro Rock views, and a massive mature avocado tree. If you are looking for a unique established Morro Heights location, this one-of-a-kind home is priced to sell and ready for its next chapter.
For sale
Listed by: Central Coast Real Estate • Trina Lee • Contact: 805-704-5004
$975,000
431 Fresno Ave, Morro Bay, CA 93442
3beds
1,740sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$6,274/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$943,400 Zestimate®
$560/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 25 days |
- 3,313 |
- 112 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Trina Lee DRE #02000851 805-704-5004,
Central Coast Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SC26140804
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Gas Range
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Carpet
- Windows: Screens
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Raised Hearth
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,740 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One,Multi/Split
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: side
- Patio & porch: Deck, Wood
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fair Condition,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean, Peek-A-Boo
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 6,250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6250
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 066233003
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Custom
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electricity - On Property
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Park, Water Sports
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Morro Heights (810)
Location
- Region: Morro Bay
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $560/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $322,284
- Annual tax amount: $3,552
- Date on market: 6/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Submit
Estimated market value
$943,400
$896,000 - $991,000
$3,292/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $975,000$560/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #SC26140804 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,552 +1.7% | $322,284 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,492 +1.8% | $315,966 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,429 +6.7% | $309,772 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,214 +1.6% | $303,699 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,163 +1% | $297,745 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,130 +1% | $294,693 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,098 +2% | $288,916 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,037 +2% | $283,252 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,978 +2% | $277,699 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,919 | $272,255 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,919 +10.6% | $268,167 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,640 | $262,915 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $256,597 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $251,566 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $249,687 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $250,281 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $245,374 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $240,564 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $235,848 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $231,224 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $226,691 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $222,537 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $218,174 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $213,897 |
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Neighborhood: 93442
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Del Mar Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.7 mi
- 8/10Los Osos Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 8/10Morro Bay High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Morro Bay
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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