861 Merced St Pismo Beach, CA 93449
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,833
Sq Ft
5,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- White Water Ocean Views
- Deck
- Granite Countertops
- Arroyo Grande High School Rated A-
- Main Floor Bedroom
- No HOA
About This Home
As of May 2025Views, Views, Views!!! Location, Location, Location!!! Welcome to this AWESOME Pismo Heights Home located at 861 Merced St, Pismo Beach California. Perched on a hill offering Panoramic OCEAN, Dune, and Pismo Preserve views! This home offers 1833 sq ft of living space with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms featuring a beautiful deck and downstairs patio space overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Upon entering, you'll be immediately drawn to the Spectacular OCEAN & Dune views from the Great room, Living room, Dining area and kitchen. The spacious Great Room seamlessly flows onto a large deck making it the prime spot to enjoy Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, whale watching and Breathtaking Sunrises & Sunsets. Upstairs has a bedroom and full bathroom, downstairs you will enjoy a sanctuary space of tranquility with the SPECTACULAR views and own private entry door. The 2-car garage includes the laundry area. This gives you the option to make this your primary residence, a rental, or a remodel into a once in a lifetime DREAM home. Incredible location, providing easy access to everything you need and enjoy on the Central Coast of California. This home is a Entertainers Delight to create a one-of-a-kind living experience! This home is truly a rare opportunity, once in a lifetime location has not been on the market in over 40 years! **Home built 1968, Year is not exact unable to obtain built year**
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic Brokerage Phone: 805-440-8641 License #01454698 Listed on: 01/08/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic Brokerage Phone: 805-440-8641 License #01454698 Listed on: 01/08/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,066
Year Built
- Built in 1968
Lot Details
- 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Single Garage Door
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- White Water Ocean
- Coastline
- Views of a pier
- Panoramic
- City Lights
- Views of a landmark
- Dune
- Mountain
- Hills
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,833 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Electric Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Schools
- Arroyo Grande High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating Available
- Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Pismo Beach Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 5 / 23
- Assessor Parcel Number 005223005
- Seller Considering Concessions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 8, 2025
Closed on
Apr 30, 2025
Sold by
Gorman Post Llc
Bought by
Vaughn Payton and Vaughn Matthew
Seller's Agent
Kathy Curtis
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
Buyer's Agent
Kathy Curtis
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
List Price
$1,649,000
Sold Price
$1,495,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$154,000
-9.34%
Views
204
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,998
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.70%
Original Mortgage
$915,000
Outstanding Balance
$912,577
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$592,421
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 10, 2024
Sold by
Garlan A & Shione Salzgeber Family Trust and Salzgeber Coe
Bought by
Gorman Post Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,001,250
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2018
Sold by
Salzgeber Garlan A and Salzgeber Garlan A
Bought by
Salzgeber Garlan A and Salzgeber Garlan A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 2011
Sold by
Salzgeber Garlan A
Bought by
Salzgeber Garlan A and Salzgeber Garlan A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 8, 1994
Sold by
Salzgeber Garlan A and Salzgeber Shione
Bought by
Salzgeber Garlan A and Salzgeber Shione
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$165,000
Interest Rate
8.56%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,495,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,200,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,200,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Ticor Title Insurance Compan |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $915,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,001,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $165,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2025 05/12/25 | Sold | $1,495,000 | -6.3% | $816 / Sq Ft |
| 03/31/2025 03/31/25 | Price Changed | $1,595,000 | -3.3% | $870 / Sq Ft |
| 01/08/2025 01/08/25 | For Sale | $1,649,000 | -- | $900 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,066 | $1,200,000 | $900,000 | $300,000 |
| 2024 | $3,026 | $268,793 | $139,372 | $129,421 |
| 2023 | $3,026 | $263,524 | $136,640 | $126,884 |
| 2022 | $2,978 | $258,358 | $133,961 | $124,397 |
| 2021 | $2,966 | $253,293 | $131,335 | $121,958 |
| 2020 | $2,930 | $250,697 | $129,989 | $120,708 |
| 2019 | $2,907 | $245,783 | $127,441 | $118,342 |
| 2018 | $2,869 | $240,965 | $124,943 | $116,022 |
| 2017 | $2,819 | $236,242 | $122,494 | $113,748 |
| 2016 | $2,669 | $231,611 | $120,093 | $111,518 |
| 2015 | $2,633 | $228,133 | $118,290 | $109,843 |
| 2014 | $2,541 | $223,665 | $115,973 | $107,692 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kathy Curtis
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
(805) 440-8641
4 in this area
55 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PI25004698
APN: 005-223-005
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