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Property Description
Coastal living at an approachable price point. Welcome to 1870 South Elm Street, a two-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome in the Playa Del Mar community of Oceano, just minutes from the beach and the Oceano Dunes. With approximately 1,022 square feet of living space, this home offers a functional multi-level floor plan, an attached garage, and multiple outdoor spaces designed to take advantage of the Central Coast setting.
Step outside to both a private patio and elevated deck, where dune and mountain views create a scenic backdrop for morning coffee, evening sunsets, or simply enjoying the coastal air. The main living level provides a comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining, while the bedrooms are positioned upstairs for added privacy.
Whether you're looking for a primary residence, weekend retreat, or a more attainable way to own property near the California coast, this home offers a combination of location, views, and lifestyle that can be difficult to find at this price point.
Playa Del Mar is an intimate community conveniently located near Highway 1, with easy access to the beach, Oceano Dunes, Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, restaurants, recreation, and everything the Five Cities area has to offer.
1870 South Elm is an opportunity to own your piece of the Central Coast, close to the ocean, framed by dune and mountain views, and designed for enjoying the coastal lifestyle both inside and out.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1870 S Elm
General
- Price: $488,000
- HOA FEE: $321/month
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: PI26192572
- Updated: 9/12/2026
- Days on Market: 47 days
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Up
- Interior Features: Living Room Balcony, 2 Staircases
- Fireplace(s): None
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Gas Oven
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Garage
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Trash, Maintenance Grounds
- Pool Description: None
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
Location
- County: San Luis Obispo
- Subdivision: Oceano(350)
- Driving Directions: Cross Streets: Hwy 1
School Information
- School District: Lucia Mar Unified
Community
- Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
- Assoc. Name: HOAMCO
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Condominium
- Foundation: Slab
- Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
- Entry Location: 1
- Stories/Levels: Three Or More
- Stories Description: Three Or More
- Square Feet: 1,022
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1985
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
- Units in Complex: 30
Lot Features
- Property View: Dunes, Mountain(s)
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0235
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,022
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $477.5
- Association Fee: $321
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Guide Real Estate, Anthony Schaar
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Schools
Schools serving 1870 S Elm
School District:Lucia Mar Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fairgrove Elementary School 2101 The Pike, Grover Beach, CA 93433 | K-6 | 0.6 mi |
Paulding Middle School 600 Crown Hill Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 | 7-8 | 2.5 mi |
Arroyo Grande High School 495 Valley Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 | 8-12 | 1.6 mi |
Central Coast New Tech High School 523 North Thompson Avenue, Nipomo, CA 93444 | 9-12 | 7.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1870 S Elm
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/11/2026
Price Reduced
$488,000
-2.2%
MLS
9/04/2026
Listed
$499,000
83.46%
MLS
4/22/2004
Sold
$272,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1870 S Elm
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,461
—
$394,437
2%
2025
$4,461
5%
$386,704
2%
2023
$4,262
—
$379,123
2%
2023
$4,262
1%
$371,690
2%
2022
$4,202
—
$364,403
2%
2021
$4,195
10%
$357,259
11%
2020
$3,807
-1%
$322,000
—
2019
$3,851
6%
$322,000
6%
2018
$3,645
14%
$303,000
15%
2017
$3,198
9%
$264,000
5%
2016
$2,939
16%
$252,000
7%
2015
$2,523
6%
$235,000
4%
2014
$2,373
45%
$225,000
45%
2013
$1,633
—
$155,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 1870 S Elm
1870 S Elm, Oceano, CA 93445 (MLS# PI26192572) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 1870 S Elm is currently listed for $488,000 and was received on September 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 1870 S Elm? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Oceano? You can browse all Oceano real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

