Big Sur Coast Real Estate

Nestled along California's breathtaking coastline, the Big Sur Coast in Monterey County is a stunning tapestry of rugged cliffs, lush forests, and panoramic ocean views. Renowned for its dramatic landscapes and serene atmosphere, this enchanting region offers a unique blend of natural beauty and artistic inspiration that captivates residents and visitors alike.

As you explore the Big Sur Coast, you'll encounter a vibrant community that cherishes its connection to nature. The area is home to numerous hiking trails, including the iconic trails of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, which lead you through towering redwoods and offer glimpses of cascading waterfalls. The coastline is dotted with secluded beaches, perfect for a peaceful retreat or a family picnic, while the legendary Bixby Creek Bridge provides a breathtaking backdrop for unforgettable photographs.

The Big Sur Coast is not just about natural wonders; it also boasts a rich cultural scene. Local galleries and boutiques showcase the work of talented artists inspired by the region's stunning vistas. Charming eateries and fine dining establishments serve up delicious farm-to-table cuisine, often featuring fresh seafood and locally sourced ingredients.

With a mild climate and an abundance of outdoor activities, the Big Sur Coast is a haven for those who appreciate a lifestyle intertwined with nature. Whether you're seeking a tranquil getaway or a permanent residence, this captivating area offers an unparalleled quality of life. Embrace the magic of the Big Sur Coast, where every day feels like a retreat into paradise.

Newest Listings in Big Sur Coast

$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
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$1,285,000

ML82055272 MLS

NORTHERN BIG SUR NATURE LOVER'S SANCTUARY: This 120 acre parcel in the upper Garrapatos watershed is a pristine, private mountain sanctuary with an abundance of pure spring water and extraordinary views of the Santa Lucia mountains, sacred Pico Blanco, the Palo Colorado ridges, and the immense Pacific Ocean. With it's amazing flora and fauna of bobcats, foxes, deer, eagles, hawks and more, it's like having one's own small game reserve. Night time descends with a myriad of stars and low white clouds, like small waves slowly moving up into the canyons and valleys creating small islands of the surrounding peaks. Access to the land is from the Hoist at the top of Palo Colorado road which branches off from Highway One, thirteen miles south of Carmel and it's excellent amenities. A gated private road leads up to the property past redwoods, madrones, and oak trees, exuding the smell of the lush vegetation so unique to the area. A building site has been graded as well. This is a rare nature lover's sanctuary "far from the madding crowd" to quote Thomas Hardy...a rarity in our increasingly crowded world.

38805 Palo Colorado RD, Carmel

Listed by Mike Gilson, 831-915-0903 from Engel & Volkers Carmel
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$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
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$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
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$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

$575,000

ML82045054 MLS

Perched high above the rugged coastline at approximately 2,600 feet in elevation, this extraordinary 9.9-acre property offers sweeping 360-degree views that stretch from the vast Pacific Ocean to the dramatic ridgelines of the Santa Lucia Mountains. A truly rare opportunity in the heart of Big Sur, this stunning hilltop setting captures the raw beauty and serenity that define Californias most iconic coastal landscape. Tucked away in a private and peaceful setting, the land provides direct access to the Ventana Wildernessan outdoor enthusiasts dream with endless opportunities for hiking, exploration, and immersion in nature. Despite its secluded feel, the property is conveniently located just over half an hour from Carmel, offering an ideal balance between remote tranquility and accessibility to world-class dining, shopping, and coastal charm. This parcel is part of a shared mutual water system, with access to shared storage tanks already in place. The property is also a designated fire rebuild site, having previously been home to a residence lost in the 2016 Soberanes Fire. With existing infrastructure and a premier build site, it presents a unique chance to reimagine and create a legacy home in one of Big Sur's most breathtaking locations.

10 Long Ridge, Palo Colorado RD, Carmel

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

$13,450,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82043991 MLS

Let the weight of the world melt away as you head home down Highway 1. Travelers the world over come to experience this cathartic, awe-inspiring coastal route but for you this short, iconic drive is simply the peaceful transition to your personal oceanfront retreat. Welcome to Le Cap du Roc. A sheltered courtyard and outdoor fireplace welcomes you to this architectural masterpiece set on 2.8 acres in the exclusive Sea Meadow community. Boasting 400 feet of Big Sur oceanfront, sweeping views are framed by floor-to-ceiling windows, offering Pacific vistas from every room. Meticulously reimagined, the 3,416 sqft, 3bd/3bth single-story home boasts an effortless and inspiring flow between spaces. The oceanside hot tub is a true reprieve, as is lounging in various locations on the expansive terrace. Inside, a gourmet kitchen opens to an inviting living area centered on a gorgeous wood burning fireplace. Every bedroom is a spa-like suite, each completely separated from the others with its own cozy fireplace. Wander landscaped pathways to the continent's edge and descend the coastal staircase to a rugged cove where pirate LeRoc Corsaire allegedly hid treasure in the 1700s. Enjoy unparalleled craftsmanship removed from the world, but only minutes from Carmel-by-the-Sea and Pebble Beach.

36654 Highway 1, Carmel

Listed by Tim Allen, 831-214-1990 from Coldwell Banker Realty
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,250,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82038851 MLS

TWIN PEAKS RESERVE: This rare 96 acre Big Sur wild land is situated at one of the highest points on the Big Sur coast on the northern Santa Lucia Mountain Range: With 180 degree ocean views this remote and very private property has direct access to the Ventana Wilderness, the Los Padres National Forest and the Palo Corona Biological Preserve. High above the fog and the redwood canyons flowing down to the wide blue Pacific there are views southwest across the forested mountain wilderness to Pico Blanco and the Big Sur River watershed. There is easy access from a County Road off Hwy 1 onto a private gated well maintained unpaved road. It's a little over an hour from Carmel and the Monterey airport to your fully equipped off grid solar guest cottage. ( Shorter with a personal Joby Avaition eVTOL air taxi coming soon) Excellent spring water with 10,000 gallons storage that gravity feeds to the guest cottage and main house site. The original house site is ready for redevelopment as it was destroyed in the Soberanes fire of 2016 There is an additional 102 acre contiguous parcel of land available for sale

38875 Palo Colorado RD, Carmel

Listed by Hillary Lipman, 831-596-4607 from Big Sur Coast Properties
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$2,125,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ CRSR26035536 MLS

Best price per square foot currently available in Big Sur. Set on approximately 2.25 private acres along sought-after Partington Ridge, this unique coastal property presents an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking privacy, views, and value in one of California's most iconic destinations. 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 stunning natural surroundings. Recent updates include a remodeled kitchen featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an island, along with updated bathrooms, flooring, fixtures, and select systems. The guest cabin, could benefit from updates and offering the next owner the opportunity to restore, enhance, and make the property their own. The upper-level primary suite features a private sitting area and view deck with canyon and ocean vistas. Ideally located near Highway 1 and some of Big Sur's most celebrated landmarks, including Partington Cove, McWay Falls, Bixby Creek Bridge, Point Sur Lighthouse, Ventana Big Sur,

51422 Partington Ridge, Big Sur

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

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