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Property Description
Welcome to 178 Cliff Avenue-a rare, ready-to-build lot in the heart of Shell Beach! Skip the years-long permitting process and start building your dream home today. This 3,750 square foot lot is perfectly positioned just steps from the beach and Dinosaur Caves Park with unimpeded views of the Pacific Ocean. The property includes fully approved and permitted construction drawings designed by acclaimed California licensed architect, Andrew Goodwin. The interiors have been thoughtfully crafted by award winning designer Ariana Lovato of Honeycomb Home Design. The permitted home is designed as a two story (2,300 square foot) coast-modern residence with sleek wood paneling, warm wood accents, and rich natural stone; seamlessly blending indoor & outdoor living. The lower level features an immersive double height foyer with a sunken indoor palm tree & floating metal stair, tandem two car garage, and three bedrooms (with optional two-bedroom ensuite layout). The upstairs is designed to be an open concept living and dining area plus office with wide accordion style aluminum windows opening to an expansive deck that blend the natural environment outside with the beautiful interiors. Just a few steps to the beach, cafes & restaurants, shops, and down the street from Downtown Pismo Beach. Make Shell Beach your future home with this fully approved and permitted opportunity to build a legacy beach property today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 178 Cliff Ave
General
- Price: $1,525,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Lots/Land
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: SC26102470
- Updated: Today (5/13/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Location
- Area: SLBH - Shell Beach
- County: San Luis Obispo
- Development Name: SLBH - Shell Beach
- Driving Directions: Property is located on Cliff Avenue between Shell Beach Road and Pearl Street
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Water Available, Sewer Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Lot Features
- Property View: Coastline, Ocean, White Water, City Lights, Neighborhood, Hills, Water, Panoramic
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0861
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,750
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Present Use: Unimproved
- Potential Use: Residential
- Zoning: Residential
- Lot Description: Street Lights, Urban, Sidewalks
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $406.67
Listed by Eighty20 Group, Walker Sotello
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Schools
Schools serving 178 Cliff Ave
School District:Lucia Mar Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Shell Beach Elementary School 2100 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 | K-6 | 0.7 mi |
Judkins Middle School 680 Wadsworth Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 | 7-8 | 1.7 mi |
Arroyo Grande High School 495 Valley Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 | 8-12 | 5.5 mi |
Central Coast New Tech High School 523 North Thompson Avenue, Nipomo, CA 93444 | 9-12 | 12.6 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 178 Cliff Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/13/2026
Listed
$1,525,000
30.34%
MLS
12/02/2020
Sold
$1,170,000
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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 178 Cliff Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$11,799
-10%
$1,266,445
2%
2023
$13,173
—
$1,241,613
2%
2023
$13,173
2%
$1,217,268
2%
2022
$12,971
—
$1,193,400
2%
2021
$12,940
814%
$1,170,000
951%
2020
$1,416
1%
$111,359
2%
2019
$1,403
1%
$109,177
2%
2018
$1,384
2%
$107,037
2%
2017
$1,358
5%
$104,939
2%
2016
$1,289
1%
$102,883
2%
2015
$1,271
3%
$101,338
2%
2014
$1,230
1%
$99,354
—
2013
$1,222
—
$98,906
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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178 Cliff Avenue, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 (MLS# SC26102470) is a Lots/Land property with a lot size of 0.0861 acres. 178 Cliff Avenue is currently listed for $1,525,000 and was received on May 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 178 Cliff Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Lots/Land real estate for sale in Pismo Beach? You can browse all Pismo Beach real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

