Rancho Santa Rosa offers 306± acres of usable Central Coast land with the rare advantage of seven legal parcels-creating immediate flexibility for development, expansion, or long-term investment. The property benefits from Williamson Act status, ensuring reduced property taxes and long-term sustainability. Set in the rolling hills just outside Cambria, this is a property designed for those who want to build something meaningful, whether a legacy ranch, private compound, or income-producing agricultural operation. The existing improvements include two modest residences, providing a functional starting point while leaving significant room to design and construct a custom ranch estate or multi-structure compound. With multiple potential building sites and expansive views, the property invites a thoughtful, large-scale vision. A key highlight is the presence of hundreds of mature bay leaf trees-an uncommon and valuable natural asset. This creates a clear opportunity for a specialty agricultural venture, from harvesting and packaging culinary bay leaves to developing value-added products such as oils or branded goods. Combined with the property's history as a cattle ranch, the land is well-suited for a range of agricultural uses, offering both lifestyle appeal and income potential. Natural water resources, including an artesian well and a domestic well, support both residential use and agricultural expansion-an essential foundation for long-term usability. Beyond its productivity, Rancho Santa Rosa delivers a compelling setting: rolling terrain, mature trees, seasonal creeks, and abundant wildlife, all contributing to a sense of privacy and scale. Located just 8 miles from the Pacific Ocean, it strikes a rare balance between accessibility and seclusion. Rancho Santa Rosa is a versatile Central Coast holding-offering the space, resources, and underlying value to create a ranch that performs as both a lifestyle asset and a long-term investment.
| MLS # | SC26048360 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2000 |
| Days On Site | 207 |
| Listing Provided By | Christie's International Real Estate Sereno | Lindsey Harn |
| Bed(s) | 3 |
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| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,500 |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Units | 2 |
| Acreage | 306.11 |
| Property View | Yes |
| Cooling | None |
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| Cooling Yes / No | No |
| Interior Features | All Bedrooms Down |
| Fireplace Yes / No | No |
| Lot Features | Agricultural, Horse Property, Irregular Lot, Pasture, Ranch, Secluded, Trees, Value In Land |
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| Garage Yes / No | No |
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| Sewer | Septic Type Unknown |
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| Community Features | Rural |
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| State | CA |
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| County | San Luis Obispo |
| City | Cambria |
| Zip Code | 93428 |
| Area | CAMB Cambria |
| Community Name | Cambria Rural(390) |
| Listing VS Median (in Cambria Rural(390)) | |
Price: $2,650,000 low | high Med: $1,139,000 sqft: 1,500 low | high Med: 2,021 $ / sqft: $1,767 low | high Med: $564 On site: 207 low | high Med: 99 | |
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | San Luis Obispo |
| City | Cambria |
| Zip Code | 93428 |
| Area | CAMB Cambria |
| Community Name | Cambria Rural(390) |
| Listing VS Median (in Cambria Rural(390)) | |
Price: $2,650,000 low | high Med: $1,139,000 sqft: 1,500 low | high Med: 2,021 $ / sqft: $1,767 low | high Med: $564 On site: 207 low | high Med: 99 | |