202 Monte Cristo Place, Cambria, CA 93428
John Shannon
John Shannon

Broker | License ID: DRE 01928641, NMLS 1996658

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$ 1,700,000

$ 1,350,000 25.9%

Est. payment /mo
Sold on 07/31/2026

202 Monte Cristo Place Cambria, CA 93428

5 Beds

2 Baths

2,092 SqFt

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Key Details

Sold Price $1,700,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,092 sqft

Price per Sqft $812

MLS Listing ID PI25236664

Sold Date 07/31/26

Style Ranch

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 2

Year Built 1958

Lot Size 34.160 Acres

Property Sub-Type Detached

Property Description

Sale is subject to U.S. Bankruptcy Court approval and overbid procedures. Any party who wishes to overbid must appear at the overbid (auction) hearing. Buyer to tender a cash deposit (by cashiers check) payable to the Better Escrow Services and delivered to Trustee's attorney at least 24 hours prior to sale hearing. Sale Date 7/7/26 Time: 10 am Location: Courtroom 201, 1415 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 and via ZoomGov Initial overbid of $20,000 with each additional bid in $10,000 increments. Delivery of $135,000 deposit to trustee 24 hours before hearing payable to "Better Escrow Service" plus written evidence of financial ability. No contingencies. Perched high above the Pacific Ocean with sweeping, unobstructed coastal views, the former Cambria Air Force Station spans 34 acres and includes 32 existing buildings and structures radar towers, barracks, operations facilities, and support buildings. The property also features one primary residence with 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a kitchen equipped with granite countertops and double ovens, offering modern comfort amidst historic charm. A remarkable Cold War landmark with secure gated access, this hilltop property offers commanding presence, privacy, and boundless potential for creative redevelopment. Imagine transforming this extraordinary site into a private compound, hospitality retreat, research campus, or other visionary project (subject to county approval). Buyer to perform all due diligence regarding zoning, entitlements, utilities, and environmental assessments.

Location

State CA

County San Luis Obispo

Zoning Recreation

Direction Hwy 1 to Monte Cristo (gated access). 1.5 miles south of Ardath

Interior

Interior Features Granite Counters

Flooring Carpet, Wood

Fireplace No

Appliance Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range

Exterior

Utilities Available Electricity Available, Natural Gas Not Available, Water Available

View Y/N Yes

Water Access Desc Well

View Coastline, Mountains/Hills, Ocean, Valley/Canyon

Roof Type Composition,Shingle

Accessibility None

Building

Story 1

Sewer Unknown

Water Well

Level or Stories 1

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 013181005

Acceptable Financing Conventional

Listing Terms Conventional

MLS Router / San Diego MLS
Listed by Dick Keenan, DRE#00860187 NextHome Central Coast 
Bought with Joseph Prian Re/Max Pines by the Sea
John Shannon

John Shannon

Broker | License ID: DRE 01928641, NMLS 1996658

+1(858) 225-8213

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