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Property Description
Set high above the landscape in Prefumo Canyon, this extraordinary 56± acre private estate offers commanding, unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean, Morro Rock, the Seven Sisters, Irish Hills, and the city lights of San Luis Obispo-one of the Central Coast's most iconic vantage points. Despite its peaceful seclusion, the property is located approximately 5.5 miles from downtown San Luis Obispo, about 20 minutes to Avila Beach, and within easy reach of Morro Bay, Montaña de Oro State Park, wineries, shopping, schools, and the regional airport. The custom-built main residence (2004) is thoughtfully designed to embrace its setting, featuring vaulted tongue-and-groove cedar ceilings, walls of glass, skylights, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The flexible floor plan includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a media room, office, and bonus room or optional fifth bedroom, all arranged to maximize privacy and views. The great room is anchored by a sculptural serpentine stone wall built from on-site stone, a gas fireplace, wraparound windows, and French doors opening to panoramic patios. The kitchen and dining areas offer vaulted beam ceilings, a generous center island, expansive picture windows, and direct access to outdoor entertaining spaces. The main-level primary suite, privately positioned in its own wing, features exposed beam ceilings, patio access, and a spa-inspired bath with a travertine steam shower and soaking tub oriented toward the horizon. A detached cabin, fully separated from the main residence, provides a full kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, living and dining areas, laundry, and dedicated storage/workshop space-ideal for guests, extended stays, or multigenerational living. The land invites exploration with private hiking, abundant wildlife, and ever-changing natural scenery. The property is extensively engineered for comfort and resilience, offering multiple water sources, filtration and storage systems, owned solar with battery backup, a propane-powered generator, fire-resistant construction, and infrastructure designed for reliable year-round living.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4848 Prefumo Canyon
General
- Sold For: $2,925,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: NS26019398
- Added to Site: 57 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Walk-In Closet, Entry, Walk-In Pantry, Laundry, Bonus Room, Office, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Foyer, Kitchen, Great Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite, Home Theater
- Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Pantry, Living Room Deck Attached, Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan, Storage, Stone Counters, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Granite Counters
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas, Great Room
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Room
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator, High Efficiency Water Heater, Double Oven, Gas Oven, Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Concrete, Stone, Patio, Wraparound
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Garage
Location
- County: San Luis Obispo
- Driving Directions: Los Osos Valley Rd to Prefumo Canyon Road. Take Prefumo Canyon approximately 5.5 miles to gated property on the right.
School Information
- School District: San Luis Coastal Unified
Community
- Community Features: Rural
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard
Utilities
- Sewer: Conventional Septic
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Construction: HardiPlank Type
- Roof: Concrete
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Double-Pane Windows, Low Emissivity Windows
- Entry Location: 1
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Stories Description: Two
- Square Feet: 4,659
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 2004
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Guest House Detached
Lot Features
- Property View: Coastline, Ocean, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods, Rocks, Hills, Panoramic
- Lot Size (Acres): 56
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Description: Pasture, Rolling Slope, Horse Property, Secluded
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $642.84
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed and Sold by Home & Ranch Sotheby's Intl, David Crabtree
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Schools
Schools serving 4848 Prefumo Canyon
School District:San Luis Coastal Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Smith (C. L.) Elementary School 1375 Balboa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 | K-6 | 4.6 mi |
Laguna Middle School 11050 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 | 7-8 | 4.2 mi |
San Luis Obispo High School 1499 San Luis Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 | 9-12 | 7 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 4848 Prefumo Canyon
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/09/2026
Sold
$2,925,000
-2.34%
MLS
2/23/2026
Listed
$2,995,000
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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.
4848 Prefumo Canyon, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 (MLS# NS26019398) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,925,000 on April 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 4848 Prefumo Canyon? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in San Luis Obispo? You can browse all San Luis Obispo real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

