Big Sur Real Estate

Welcome to Big Sur, a breathtaking coastal gem nestled in Monterey County, California. Renowned for its dramatic cliffs, lush forests, and stunning ocean views, Big Sur is a sanctuary for nature lovers and a paradise for those seeking tranquility. Stretching along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, this enchanting region offers a unique blend of rugged beauty and serene landscapes that captivate the heart and soul.

Big Sur is home to some of California’s most picturesque state parks, including the majestic Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and the serene Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, where the famous McWay Falls cascades directly into the ocean. With miles of hiking trails that wind through ancient redwoods and along the coastline, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the stunning natural surroundings while spotting diverse wildlife.

The town itself is a charming collection of art galleries, boutique shops, and cozy eateries, each offering a taste of the local culture. Don’t miss the chance to savor delicious farm-to-table cuisine while enjoying panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. The iconic Big Sur River Inn invites visitors to unwind by the riverside, while the historic Post Ranch Inn offers a luxurious retreat with unparalleled views and amenities.

Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway or a permanent residence, Big Sur provides a unique lifestyle that harmonizes with nature. With its dramatic landscapes, artistic spirit, and sense of community, Big Sur is not just a place to live; it’s a way of life. Discover the magic of Big Sur and let its natural beauty inspire you every day!

Newest Listings in Big Sur

$3,400,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ ML82057731 MLS

Just 25 minutes south of Carmel, this private multi-structure family compound is nestled within a forest cathedral of Big Sur redwoods. Designed and built by Studio Carver Architects, this contemporary three-story residence blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings. The second floor living area, and third floor primary suite + deck offer ocean views, with access to a living rooftop. The main home (2,433sqft) features three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, an office, and a large family room or art studio. A separate one-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse (263sqft) is just up the path, altogether creating a tranquil retreat that feels worlds away from the demands of everyday life. Above the oversized three-car garage (892sqft) sits an open-concept office, or art/yoga studio (1,048sqft). High ceilings, and natural light make an inspiring space for work or creative pursuits. Sweeping mountain and ocean views, mature fruit trees, manicured lawn and landscaping, and a private/shared natural spring create an exceptional indoor-outdoor Big Sur lifestyle. A rare combination of architectural distinction, generous living space, peace and quiet, starry skies, and serene beauty, this Palo Colorado Canyon property represents a one-of-a-kind opportunity to own your own mountain sanctuary.

59755 Garrapatos RD, Big Sur

Listed by Jahre Carver, 831-238-3100 from Monterey Coast Realty
(If provided) CoList: Ben Heinrich from Carmel Realty Company

$1,495,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82056817 MLS

In 1934, Ellen Brown opened her dining room to travelers and served her famous fresh, hot apple pies. It was known as the Apple Pie Inn, later renamed the Big Sur River Inn. Immediately east is Apple Pie Ridge, home to local and homestead families. Nestled among the redwoods is a rustic 2 bed, 1 bath cabin with surrounding decks and a large barn. The 2 acre setting offers a bucolic retreat in the heart of Big Sur and only a short walk to the Big Sur River, Big Sur River Inn and the Village.

46837 Highway 1, Big Sur

Listed by Heinrich Brooksher, 831-292-5097 from Carmel Realty Company
(If provided) CoList: from

$5,995,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82056216 MLS

Perched on a towering 250-foot bluff along Big Sur's rugged coastline, the Cliff House captures sweeping, unobstructed ocean views from nearly every room. Set directly on iconic Highway 1, the property delivers rare privacy and solitude while remaining just 15 minutes to Big Sur and 25 minutes to Carmel. The main residence offers a spacious primary suite with en-suite bath, a second bedroom, full guest bathroom, and a den, all oriented to the sea plus attached guest retreat or studio complete with kitchenette, full bath, and a private ocean-view deck. A stone fireplace anchors the living room, while modern infrastructure includes Starlink high-speed internet and an off-grid solar power system.

40990 Highway 1, Big Sur

Listed by Heinrich Brooksher, 831-292-5097 from Carmel Realty Company
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,750,000

CROC26164767 MLS

A rare opportunity to own 20.11 acres in one of the world's most extraordinary coastal settings. Framed by sweeping 360-degree views of the Santa Lucia Mountains and the iconic Big Sur coastline, this remarkable property offers an exceptional sense of privacy, scale, and connection to nature. Envision a secluded architectural residence, family compound, or restorative retreat shaped by dramatic ridgelines, ocean horizons, and ever-changing light. WSC/40 (Rural Watershed and Scenic Conservation) zoning provides potential for a single-family residence, guest accommodations, garages, workshops, accessory structures, and agricultural uses, subject to applicable governmental approvals and development requirements. Ideally positioned approximately 15 minutes from Ventana Big Sur and Big Sur Bakery, and about one hour south of Carmel, the property offers peaceful seclusion without sacrificing access to celebrated resorts, acclaimed dining, and world-class hiking. Opportunities of this scale and setting are increasingly rare along the Big Sur coast. This is more than land. This is your chance to build a private sanctuary and enduring legacy in one of California's most coveted destinations.

46190 Pfeiffer Ridge, Big Sur

Listed by Priya Tomar, from eXp Realty of California Inc
(If provided) CoList: from

$795,000

ML82055164 MLS

Now available! Very rare 3.27 verdant acres along Sycamore Canyon with a stream running though it! Water rights apply! And yes, gorgeous sycamore and redwoods abound. Almost never is there an opportunity find and to build a creative get-a-way along Sycamore Canyon Road, deep in the heart of Big Sur. Famous Pfeiffer Beach, and the ultimate Big Sur lifestyle awaits the adventurer who longs for starry evening skies, brilliant morning beams warming the forest floor and the ebb and flow of costal fog drifting and tumbling in, layering canyons and ridges in silent mystery until the sun peaks through and calls the fog back home to the Pacific Ocean.

0 Sycamore Cyn RD, Big Sur

Listed by Sam J Piffero, 831-236-5389 from Sotheby's International Realty
(If provided) CoList: Aisha A. Krechuniak from Sotheby's International Realty

$2,150,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82054236 MLS

SANCTUARY AT MOLERA: Located on a private gated road that stretches from Pfeiffer Beach to The River Inn, this 5 acre ultra-quiet & private Big Sur homestead borders Andrew Molera State Park's nearly 5000 acres of wildlands, beaches, and river. Yet, it is also minutes by car from the storied gathering places and provisions of the Big Sur valley. From the house, stunning views of sacred Pico Blanco mountain tower over epic views of the Big Sur river valley and its rolling hills and watersheds. This is the setting where a beloved Big Sur couple (of artists!) built their dream home in 1993, and have lovingly cared for it ever since. The home they built is a fully permitted, impossibly humble and rustic abode with decks and garden paths connecting magical handbuilt rooms that exude that old school Big Sur essence that is becoming increasingly rare. The almost 2000 sq ft are made up of 3 BR / 2 Bath's, a cozy kitchen & dining room, a multilevel living room, mud room, and detached artist studio...all solar powered. The grand primary bedroom with claw foot tub features a central fireplace and glass ceiling for truly epic stargazing from bed. A surprisingly large portion of the 5 acres is flat or gently sloped making this property a dreamy canvas for future expansion, and creative use.

46190 Clear Ridge RD, Big Sur

Listed by Mike Gilson, 831-915-0903 from Engel & Volkers Carmel
(If provided) CoList: from

$29,500,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82053114 MLS

Legendary architect Mickey Muennig's final residential masterpiece on 100+ Big Sur coast acres with a white sand beach! Set between US Forest Service land on the south and CA State Park land on the north, this 4 parcel property is like having your own private nature preserve with it's 4 mile trail system and the only land access to one of Big Sur's widest sand beaches. The very private home's massive glass walls provide an extraordinary opportunity to bathe in nature atop the home's radiant heated concrete floor and its double sided wood fireplace centerpiece, while also taking in the unrivaled 50+ mile coast views. This solar powered ultra-luxurious residence of wood, glass, stone, concrete, and living green roof offers 3 bedrooms & 3 baths, an open kitchen, and glass sliders in every room for easy access to the multiple patio terraces, hot tub, wine cellar, and bbq. A charming private guest house designed by Muennig is a short stroll away, along with a 3 car garage. Fresh Big Sur water is provided by the property's plentiful well, propane provides the heat, and Starlink should you choose to connect. The real kicker though is the solitude found at the beach, not to mention the potential building site just above it, which is one of the most private locations on the entire coast.

46400 Clear Ridge RD, Big Sur

Listed by Mike Gilson, 831-915-0903 from Engel & Volkers Carmel
(If provided) CoList: from

$3,995,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82052235 MLS

Five acres perched above Pfeiffer and Cooper Beach offers a rare opportunity in the heart of Big Sur. Accessed by a paved private road west of Highway 1, this exceptional hilltop retreat captures the regions renowned beauty, privacy, and serenity. All the land below this property to the ocean is protected US Forest Service. The charming converted barn in its garden setting sits on the on the eastside of Clear Ridge Road. It has two separate living quarters, providing immediate enjoyment and future flexibility plus views of the Pacific Ocean, rugged mountain ridges, and coastal valleys. On the westside is almost an acre of level, usable land offering an outstanding building site with commanding ocean and mountain views ideal for a custom residence and guest house All a stunning backdrop of shifting marine layers, vibrant sunsets, and star-filled night skies. Rarely does a property combine privacy, accessibility, usable land, and breathtaking scenery in one of Big Sur's most coveted coastal settings. Create a legacy estate where the ocean, mountains, and spirit of Big Sur come together.

47011 Clear Ridge RD, Big Sur

Listed by Hillary Lipman, 831-596-4607 from Big Sur Coast Properties
(If provided) CoList: from

$2,000,000

ML82050571 MLS

Formerly owned by Lawrence Ferlinghetti, poet, artist, City Lights founder and one of Americas defining literary voices, this rare 2.61-acre Big Sur property is offered by his son, Lorenzo Ferlinghetti. Set within an exclusive gated Bixby Canyon enclave, it offers the chance to create a private retreat in one of Californias most storied coastal landscapes. The property includes a cleared building site, new well with source-capacity review for future residential use, existing cabin, meditation hut and historic trout ponds. The owner has advanced due diligence toward residential use, including well work, geotechnical/percolation investigation, septic planning and residence concepts. Seller states the property was historically two approximately 1.3-acre lots later merged, creating potential to explore subdivision back into two lots, subject to County approval and buyer investigation. If approved, this may allow two homes or future sale of one lot to help fund construction. Ferlinghettis legacy is tied to Big Sur and the Beat Generation. He previously owned a nearby property down the canyon where Jack Kerouac stayed during the period that inspired Big Sur. A rare feature is access to a private residents-only pathway following Bixby Creek to the shoreline beneath Bixby Bridge.

39350 Coast RD, Big Sur

Listed by Alex Brant, 831-264-3870 from Compass
(If provided) CoList: from

$9,750,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82050424 MLS

This luxurious oceanfront retreat located a few doors north of Big Sur's world renowned Esalen Institute offers dramatic whitewater views amidst an extraordinary landscape design by the celebrated artist & landscape designer Bernard Trainor. Upon entrance, one enters the massive elegant great room with its soaring exposed beam ceiling and walls of glass for taking in some of the most gorgeous views on the coast of Big Sur. The expansive minimalist design features twin oceanfront decks on each floor allowing one to completely immerse in the strikingly beautiful setting indoors or outdoors in total comfort. A rotating wood fired stove anchors the enormous living room which is shared with one of the larger open kitchens on the coast. The private primary bedroom with fireplace is accessed from the living room and downstairs one finds two more bedrooms and a bath, along with a smaller cozy living room with decks on each side. Some of Big Sur's most exquisite stone paths and stairways provide access to the extensive lush native gardens and a multitude of lovingly designed natural spaces for life to unfold. The favorite is the garden spa with sauna, copper tubs, and the rock shower. All of this is accessed by a private driveway which leads to Hwy One and the rest of the world.

54722 Highway 1, Big Sur

Listed by Mike Gilson, 831-915-0903 from Engel & Volkers Carmel
(If provided) CoList: from

$6,450,000

ML82041153 MLS

Loma Vista Gardens is a generational asset at the heart of Big Sur. Originally established in 1908, it has operated continuously as a visitor-serving destination, first as an inn, diner, and nursery, and later as the home of the beloved Big Sur Bakery & Restaurant, a globally recognized culinary landmark. In 2024, tragedy struck when the Bakery was destroyed in a kitchen fire. This left a void in the Big Sur community, but has created an extraordinary opening to reimagine one of the most storied commercial properties on the California coast. Loma Vista is one of only approximately 14 commercially zoned properties along this stretch of Highway One, which attracts more than 7 million visitors annually. Its continuous commercial use and established footprint position it uniquely within a regulatory environment where new development is exceptionally constrained. Loma Vista is a direct neighbor to two of the most prestigious hospitality assets in North America: Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort, and Post Ranch Inn. Loma Vista is being offered with existing, income-producing businesses, including a well-established wedding venue, the historic Shell gas station, and five retail spaces, three of which will be delivered vacant, providing immediate leasing and repositioning upside.

47540 Highway 1, Big Sur

Listed by Patrick Stafford, 831-238-3592 from Baird Partnership, Inc.
(If provided) CoList: from

$2,125,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ CRSR26035536 MLS

Attention Investors, Developers & Visionaries! Best price per square foot in Big Sur at approximately $625 per square foot. Set on approximately 2.25 private acres along sought-after Partington Ridge, this exceptional coastal property presents a rare opportunity for investors, developers, or buyers looking to create their own Big Sur retreat. Offering privacy, ocean views, and tremendous potential, properties with this combination of acreage and location rarely become available at this value. Surrounded by towering redwoods and overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the property offers approximately 3,399 square feet of living space, including a main residence with 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, plus a detached guest cabin. Character-filled architectural details, stone accents, expansive windows, and multiple view decks create a seamless connection to the breathtaking natural surroundings. Recent improvements include an updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an island, along with updated bathrooms, flooring, fixtures, and select systems. The guest cabin and property provide an outstanding opportunity for the next owner to add their own vision, updates, and finishing touches while maximizing the property's full potential. The upper-level primary suite

51422 Partington Ridge, Big Sur

Listed by Liza Parrilla, from Equity Union
(If provided) CoList: Susan Grossblatt from Equity Union

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