53810 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 - Photo 1

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$17,000,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
11 Beds
11 Full Baths
2 Partial Baths
7,668 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Bien Sur is the crown jewel of the Big Sur oceanfront properties, spanning 43 acres w 19 waterfront acres on the most coveted land. The estate includes 4 combined parcels of land meticulously curated over the years to create a one-of-a-kind secluded ocean sanctuary. The compound is an artistic masterpiece of natural beauty, architecture, landscape design, & outdoor art offering an exceptional living experience. Alongside the main house, the property includes multiple guest houses, a caretakers unit, & the region's only funicular which carries you to the grand estate perched cliffside at the waters edge. Situated at the lowest elevation on the Big Sur coastline this trophy residence is a mid-century architectural masterpiece, boasting soaring ceilings, 180-degree panoramic ocean views, & a private cobblestone beach. Luxurious outdoor living amenities in a private park setting w sprawling lawns, soaking tub, bocce ball court, Koi ponds, Zen gardens, multiple outdoor view decks, & fire pits. For the discerning buyer seeking the extraordinary, Bien Sur awaits.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 53810 Hwy 1

General

Sold For: $17,000,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: RE_Infolink
MLS ID: ML82007050
Added to Site: 249 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Wine Cellar / Storage
Interior Features: Bay Window, High Ceiling , Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling , Walk-In Closet
Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Flooring: Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 13
Full Bathrooms: 11
Half Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Features: Primary - Oversized Tub, Skylight

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 11
Bedroom Features: Primary Suite / Retreat

Other Rooms

Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
Kitchen: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Island, Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer
Guest Quarters: Guest House/ADU, 5132

Additional Information

Extras: Not Applicable
Security/Safety: Security Fence

Parking

Parking Features: Common Parking Area, Electric Gate, No Garage, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Uncovered Parking

Location

Area: Big Sur Coast
County: Monterey
Cross Streets: Highway 1

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Fireplace , Radiant Floors

Utilities

Sewer: Existing Septic System
Water: Private / Mutual, Spring , Domestic Well
Telecomm.: Other
Utility Description: Generator, Individual Electric Meters, Propane on Site

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Custom, Luxury
Construction: Detached, Wood
Foundation: Concrete Slab
Roof: Composition
Square Feet: 7,668
Year Built: 1971

Lot Features

Property View: Mountains, Ocean, Water Front
Lot Size (Acres): 43.829
Minimum Lot Size: 1909191
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,909,191
Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Deck , Drought-Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Firepit
Zoning: WSC40
Lot Description: Grade Varies, On-Site Pond, Private / Secluded, Views
Fencing (Description): Fenced Front

Green Features

Energy Efficient: Skylight, Thermostat Controller

Listed by Sotheby's International Realty, TruszkowskiFreedman
Sold by M5295, TruszkowskiFreedman

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Schools

Schools serving 53810 Hwy 1

School District:Carmel Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Captain Cooper Elementary School California 1, Big Sur, CA 93920	K-5	5.5 mi
Carmel Middle School 4380 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93922	6-8	30.6 mi
Carmel High School 3600 Ocean Ave., Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923	9-12	31.8 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 53810 Hwy 1

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/04/2025

Sold

$17,000,000

-20.93%

MLS

5/15/2025

Listed

$21,500,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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Updated 4 days ago

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Updated 3 days ago

3
Beds
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Total Baths
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Active
Updated 5 days ago

2
Beds
3
Total Baths
2,038
Sq. Ft.

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Single Family
Active
Updated 3 days ago

4
Beds
5
Total Baths
4,785
Sq. Ft.

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Updated 1 hour ago

4
Beds
2
Total Baths
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Sq. Ft.

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Single Family
Active
Updated 5 days ago

3
Beds
4
Total Baths
2,876
Sq. Ft.

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Price Reduced

-$100,000 (-4.01%)

$2,395,000

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Condo
Active
Updated 5 days ago

4
Beds
4
Total Baths
2,852
Sq. Ft.

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Sold

$18,130,000

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Single Family
Closed

4
Beds
5
Total Baths
7,245
Sq. Ft.

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Single Family
Closed

7
Beds
9
Total Baths
8,394
Sq. Ft.

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53810 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (MLS# ML82007050) is a Single Family property that was sold at $17,000,000 on September 04, 2025. Want to learn more about 53810 Highway 1? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Big Sur Coast? You can browse all Big Sur Coast real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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