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A historic coastal town with a popular state beach
Set between Morro Bay and Cambria on California’s Central Coast, the small, unincorporated town of Cayucos is right on the Pacific Ocean, along the famous Highway 1. “It’s one of the last little beach towns,” says area resident Tim Townley, a Realtor with Comet Realty. Once a busy 19th-century shipping port, Cayucos still retains its historic charm, but now has a more laid-back vibe, attracting tourists and residents with its mild year-round climate, pristine-white sand beach, and local shops, restaurants and community events. The town's overall CAP Index Crime Score is 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
Cayucos is primarily situated between the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding mountains.
Enjoy a long walk on the beach at Cayucos State Beach.
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A popular beach for surfers, swimmers and anglers
With consistent swells and a less crowded shore than neighboring Morro Bay, the white-sand Cayucos State Beach is popular with surfers, swimmers and sunbathers. The iconic Cayucos Pier juts over 950 feet into the ocean, offering panoramic ocean views, as well as lights for night fishing. A few blocks inland, the tiny Hardie Park has an outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, and a barbeque area. About a mile south of Cayucos State Beach, the also white-sand shore of Morro Strand State Beach spans the length of Morro Bay, offering views of the iconic Morro Rock. Part of this stretch includes the Morro Bay Dog Beach, where dogs can play off-leash in the surf.
Enjoy a relaxing stroll and the cool summer breeze while walking along the Cayucos pier.
Relax and enjoy some fishing off the pier at Cayucos.
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Oceanview homes at a premium
Within Cayucos' competitive real estate market, the Pacific Ocean is the main attraction. “Everything here is beach oriented, so all the houses face towards the ocean,” says Central Coast resident Jennifer Lawson, a Realtor with Re/Max Pines by the Sea. Cottages and bungalows from the early to mid-20th century reflect the town’s historic character, while a handful of luxury properties built in the 2020s have more modern aesthetics, with floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive decks and balconies. Modest single-family homes range from around $900,000 to $2 million, depending on their renovations and proximity to the beach, while sprawling, luxurious oceanfront properties can go for upwards of $6 million. Condominiums are found both on and off the oceanfront, with layouts ranging from about 800 to 2,500 square feet, priced between $750,000 and $1.2 million.
According to Brans, a lot of single-family homes in Cayucos aren’t owner-occupied year-round; many have been bought as second homes, or as investment properties, intended for rental to tourists. There are a lot of houses that have been owned for long periods of time and handed down over generations,” she says. “There’s a lot less turnover in Cayucos than other nearby spots, for sure, and the price point is higher than other beaches like Pismo.” Cayucos is also a popular tourist destination,
The community of Cayucos offers modest-sized homes that you’re sure to appreciate.
Listen to the waves crash from these homes situated up near Cayucos Beach.
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Locally owned restaurants and retailers span the beachfront
Pacific Avenue is Cayucos’ walkable downtown drag, stretching alongside the beach and lined with locally owned eateries and coffee shops, as well as boutiques, surf shops and antique stores. Schooners is a popular spot for American comfort food, craft brews and specialty cocktails, with a second-story patio that overlooks the ocean. The casual, diner-style Duckie’s Chowder House specializes in fresh clam chowder served in a bread bowl, The Hidden Kitchen's brunch menu has organic and gluten-free options, and the Brown Butter Cookie Company is a local favorite for dessert. Cayucos Surf Company sells everything from beachwear to boards, and Remember When Antique Mall is full of vintage finds. For groceries, there’s the local Cayucos Super Market, or plenty of options in San Luis Obispo.
The patio at The Hidden Kitchen offers excellent ocean views while you dine.
Schooners offers indoor seating, plus outdoor and patio dining with beach views.
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A weekly summer farmers market, a semi-annual antique fair and a beloved 4th of July celebration
Downtown, the Cayucos Farmers Market is held on Friday mornings from Memorial Day to Labor Day, while the Cayucos Antique Street Fair is held twice a year, in May and October. Both of these events feature local food vendors and live music. Cayucos' annual 4th of July celebration draws tens of thousands of area residents with a parade, a sand sculpture contest, a community barbeque and an evening fireworks show at the pier.
Career courses at Morro Bay High
Within the Cayucos Elementary School District, the Cayucos School teaches prekindergarten through Grade 8 and earns an A-minus rating from Niche. And within the San Luis Coastal Unified School District, the B-plus-rated Morro Bay High School offers hands-on career courses in fields like agriculture and natural resources, and industrial technology.
Access to Highway 1 and a county bus line
California’s scenic Highway 1 (also known as the Pacific Coast Highway, or the PCH) travels north-south through Cayucos, offering drivers dramatic coastline views as they travel the coast. San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority buses serve Cayucos and the rest of the county. Adventist Health's Sierra Vista Medical Center is about 18 miles away in San Luis Obispo, and it's 4 miles farther to the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport.
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Cayucos Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cayucos, Morro Bay sell after 105 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Cayucos, Morro Bay over the last 12 months is $1,350,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming Cayucos Beach Retreat | Licensed Short-Term Vacation Rental | Steps to the Sand - Rare opportunity to own a fully furnished, single-level beach home on one of Cayucos’ popular numbered streets — just steps to the beach and walkable to downtown, the pier, shops, and restaurants. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a warm and inviting living room, a dining area adjoining a fully equipped
In the heart of Cayucos, located in the desirable numbered streets, just steps from exquisite coastal access, this modified A frame home offers impressive scale and light filled spaces. Generous yard areas provide room for landscaping and outdoor living, complemented by convenient paved parking between the home and 12th Street. A sunroom welcomes you into the main living area, which combines
Welcome to 3448 Studio Drive, an exceptionally rare oceanfront opportunity in Cayucos. This two-bedroom, two-bath home captures sweeping panoramic views from Morro Rock to the Cayucos Pier, offering a front-row seat to the Central Coast’s most iconic coastline. Located on the ocean side of Studio Drive with direct beach access, the property is designed for true coastal living, morning walks along
Experience the charm of California's Central Coast in this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath end-unit condo just steps from the sand in Old Town Cayucos. With sweeping ocean views, a vacation rental license, and an established record of short-term rentals with an active VRBO profile, this coastal retreat offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and income potential. As a desirable end unit, the
3352 Studio Dr., a luxurious oceanfront residence in Cayucos, CA. This modern home offers panoramic views from Morro Rock to the Cayucos Pier, providing a premier coastal living experience on California's Central Coast complete with your own private steps to the dog friendly and surfer's favorite beach. The custom open floor plan invites entertaining guests. The home features three bedrooms,
Beautiful west-side Cayucos lot offering the perfect opportunity to build your dream home by the sea. Panoramic ocean views stretch across the coastline, creating an ideal setting for a custom coastal retreat.Plans have been submitted to the County, and supporting reports are available, giving you a strong head start on the building process. The property sits close to town, with an easy walk
Perched in a premier Cayucos location just three blocks from the beach, 1000 Saint Mary Ave offers coastal living with tropical charm. A gated entry welcomes you into a lush setting of mature palms and banana trees, while ocean views greet you at the door. Inside, hardwood floors, a fireplace, and whole-home heating, A/C, and surround sound create comfort year-round. The main living level
Please call local municipality with APN 064-311-010 and your questions for possible present, future uses, building and road access of this property. Can be sold with adjacent lot 12. Lot is currently NON BUILDABLE. According to the County, camping, trailers, tents, tiny homes, gardens are not allowed, but please feel free to call or check their website for the most up to date information.
OCEAN VIEWS with possible SELLER FINANCING. Give the San Luis Obispo County Building and Planning Department a call with Parcel N. 064-331-014 and have all your building questions answered. Can be purchased with 4 similar size adjacent lots. Welcome to Cayucos, it's a good vibe here.
Enjoy the unbeatable scenery of everything Estero Bay has to offer on this sizable lot with Pacific Ocean views at the southern edge of the coastal California town of Cayucos. As is the case with other paper lot parcels, this section of Chaney Ave lies on a privately maintained road which would require significant earthwork/engineering in order to develop if and when the county approves the
Rare Opportunity in Cayucos by the Sea – Ocean View Downslope Lot Build your dream home in the charming coastal town of Cayucos! This beautiful downslope, buildable vacant lot offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise by the sea. Enjoy stunning ocean views and breathtaking sunsets from your future custom home. The property comes with reports and plans, helping you move one step closer
Please call local municipality with APN 064-311-012 with your questions on present and future use of the property. Can be sold with adjacent lot 10. Lots are currently NON BUILDABLE. Camping, trailers, tents, tiny homes, gardens are not allowed per the County but please feel free to call or check their website for the most up to date information. ***Location is approximate, Information deemed
Only one block from the sand, this charming Cayucos beach home is the coastal escape you’ve been waiting for! Set on a desirable corner lot, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and convenience. The property currently holds a vacation rental license, making it ideal for both personal enjoyment and income potential. Step inside to a
OCEAN VIEWS with SELLER FINANCING. Give the San Luis Obispo County Planning Department a call with parcel N. 064-331-016 and have all your building and land use questions answered. Can be sold with 4 similarly sized adjacent lots. Welcome to Cayucos, it's a good vibe here!
The advertised rate of $6,760/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of October 18, 2026.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates. The rate is applicable when billed upfront; it can be
This custom-designed fully furnished property where the rugged Central California coast meets unparalleled luxury has long been recognized for its premium location and whitewater views. It has 4BD/4BA sleeps 11 but the highlight is the breathtaking kitchen, flooded with light from three skylights and designed for both everyday enjoyment and entertaining. Multiple fireplaces create cozy ambience,
This two bedroom, two bathroom rear duplex unit is only a few years old and has beautiful finishes. Appliances are also new and include refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, gas stove, and washer/dryer. The unit provides natural lighting with tall, glass windows and doors throughout and provides great air circulation with ceiling fans in each room. The master bedroom and living room have French
Nestled along the pristine Estero Bay shoreline in the charming coastal village of Cayucos, this exceptional oceanfront rental home offers the epitome of relaxed California beach living. Experience your own luxury retreat with private beach access stairs while enjoying stunning sunsets, outdoor living, and upgraded modern amenities, all within minutes to downtown shops, galleries, restaurants,
John McGeeCentral Coast Real Estate
$3,450 per month
1618 Square Foot Tri-Level Home in Cayucos with Ocean Views
1,618 square feet of comfortable living in a welcoming Cayucos neighborhood. Designed with a tri-level floor plan, the home features two bedrooms and two bathrooms along with a two-car garage, complemented by sweeping ocean views that enhance its coastal charm. The property comes equipped with essential appliances, including a refrigerator, stove and oven, dishwasher, microwave hood, providing
Beautiful 3 bd, 3 bath home for rent in Cayucos. 30-day minimum rental. This wonderful house features great views, easy walk to downtown Cayucos and a large kitchen designed for cooking and great family get togethers. It is well furnished and ready for you to enjoy cool coastal weather. Enjoy the ocean air from the furnished rooftop deck with views of the coast and pier.
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom furnished home in downtown Cayucos. Two Blocks from the beach. This home features a front porch and an enclosed back yard. The living room has a large amount of seating and a large TV making it a great entertainment space. Right off of the living room is a dining room with seating for 8. Each bedroom has a Cal King bed with a large closet. The kitchen comes fully equipped
Find your comfort in this spacious 3-bedroom home located just steps from the beach. Enjoy single-level living with a bright and airy living room, a kitchen with ample counter space, and a large, fully fenced backyard perfect for enjoying the California sunshine. The master bedroom offers access to a patio and expansive backyard, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. This fully furnished home
This classic, casual Cayucos beach bungalow has been thoroughly renovated and expertly finished with modern decor, all less than a block to beach access stairs. Spend a month or a whole season with room for you and your guests. This two-story home features separate living areas, plenty of off-street parking, a fenced back patio, and updated retro-vibe kitchen and dining room with three King/Queen
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