$747,000
SOLD MAY 19, 2025

550 Mitchell Dr Los Osos, CA 93402

2 Beds
1 Bath
888 Sq Ft
4,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$841 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Patio
  • Monarch Grove Elementary School Rated A
  • Hiking Trails
  • Tile Countertops

About This Home

As of May 2025

This 2-bedroom, 1-bath beach bungalow is perfectly situated in the tranquil Cuesta by the Sea neighborhood—just steps from Sweet Springs Nature Preserve and a short walk to the bay. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, enjoy nearby hiking and biking at Montana de Oro, plus kayaking, paddle boarding, and birding along the bay. The low-maintenance landscaping features native, drought-tolerant plants and a drip irrigation system—great for second-home owners or investors. Inside, the layout includes an indoor laundry room off the carport, doubling as a mudroom or secondary entrance. The main bedroom opens to a private backyard through a sliding glass door, offering peaceful indoor-outdoor flow. Additional highlights include ample built-in storage and a secure carport closet for surfboards, bikes, or golf gear. Located just 20 minutes from San Luis Obispo, this well-maintained bungalow offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with convenient access to dining, nature, and recreation—perfect as a weekend retreat or investment opportunity.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lindsey Harn

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno Brokerage Phone: 805-441-7744 License #01868098 Listed on: 04/15/2025

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Thomas Billinger

Richardson Sotheby's International Realty License #02182815

Richardson Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Fiberglass Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 888 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 1 Carport Space
  • Parking Available

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Radiant Heating System
  • Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 074113015
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Cuesta By The Sea Subdivision

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Cuesta by the Sea(590)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 074113015
  • Year Built: 1963
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 888.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Tile Counters
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 841.22
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
  • Room Kitchen Features: Tile Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Fiberglass, Shingle
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Carport
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Electric, Radiant
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Hiking

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4000.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0918

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 4000.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 28, 2024
Closed on
Mar 8, 2024
Sold by
Donald J Krotser Trust and Patricia S Cross Trust
Bought by
Frye Matthew and Frye Adele B
Seller's Agent
Sarah Weber
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Melissa Carstairs
Energy-Wise Realty
List Price
$679,000
Sold Price
$680,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.15%
Views
49
Current Estimated Value
$755,875

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$75,875
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.09%
Original Mortgage
$510,000
Outstanding Balance
$501,517
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$254,358

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 2010
Sold by
Krotser Donald J and Cross Patricia S
Bought by
Krotser Donald J and The Donald J Kroster Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,000
Interest Rate
4.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2004
Sold by
Cross Patricia S
Bought by
Cross Patricia S and The Patricia S Cross Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 2000
Sold by
Taylor Robert H and Taylor Karen A
Bought by
Krotser Donald J and Cross Patricia S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
8.14%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 1998
Sold by
Koda Christopher K and Snyder Cora E
Bought by
Taylor Robert H and Taylor Karen A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,000
Interest Rate
6.98%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $680,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $180,000 First American Title Ins Co
Executors Deed $105,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $510,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $126,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $125,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $84,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Sold $747,000 -1.6% $841 / Sq Ft
04/27/2025 04/27/25 Pending -- -- --
04/16/2025 04/16/25 For Sale $759,000 +11.6% $855 / Sq Ft
03/15/2024 03/15/24 Sold $680,000 +4.8% $766 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/28/2024 02/28/24 Price Changed $649,000 -4.4% $731 / Sq Ft
02/28/2024 02/28/24 For Sale $679,000 -- $765 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,337 $693,600 $459,000 $234,600
2024 $5,723 $268,196 $120,537 $147,659
2023 $5,723 $262,938 $118,174 $144,764
2022 $5,289 $257,783 $115,857 $141,926
2021 $5,283 $252,730 $113,586 $139,144
2020 $5,001 $250,140 $112,422 $137,718
2019 $4,879 $245,236 $110,218 $135,018
2018 $4,944 $240,428 $108,057 $132,371
2017 $4,699 $235,715 $105,939 $129,776
2016 $3,525 $231,094 $103,862 $127,232
2015 $3,487 $227,623 $102,302 $125,321
2014 $3,276 $223,166 $100,299 $122,867
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SC25070578

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 074-113-015