Listed by Calico Sachen•DRE #02230568• Coldwell Banker Kellie & Assoc
Contact: 805-975-5385
For sale
$125,000
Est. $809/mo —
Land
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7,572
sq ft (lot)
1606 Saint James, Cambria, CA 93428
About this home
An exceptional opportunity to own four contiguous vacant lots on the corner of Sant James Avenue and Newhall Avenue in the charming coastal community of Cambria. These parcels feature level to very gentle upslope topography, offering an ideal and cost-effective building site compared to many hillside properties in the area. Located in a desirable neighborhood of upscale homes, the property enjoys beautiful, forested surroundings with ocean views, creating a peaceful setting that captures the best of Cambria's natural beauty. Nature lovers will appreciate the abundant local wildlife, including deer, birds, and other native species that frequently pass through this area. Whether you are planning a full-time residence or a coastal retreat, this property provides the perfect canvas. CCSD Water Position #220 Visit cambriacsd.org and www. slocounty.ca. gov for more information regarding the water moratorium and future building potential. Owner willing to carry paper with 50% down.
North Coast, located between Ragged Point and Hearst Castle, is a coastal and rural San Simeon neighborhood with dramatic bluffs and wide-open ranchland. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Cabrillo Highway (CA-1) at the Hearst Castle Road junction, where roadside pullouts, small lodges, and ocean-view stops set a wind-swept, road-trip tempo. Hearst Castle anchors the cultural landscape with hilltop architecture and formal gardens above the fog line. Down on the sand, William R. Hearst Memorial State Beach frames daily life around surf, dunes, and long shoreline walks. Elephant seal viewing at Piedras Blancas adds a seasonal ritual, while the Piedras Blancas Light Station keeps the horizon feeling historic.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Interior features
Property has a view
Exterior features
Gentle slope and uphill from the street
Located about 1 mile to water
Community amenities include watersports, horse trails, biking, dog park, hiking and park access
Home design
Located in the Lodge Hill subdivision
Zoned for single-family residence
Utilities
Public water (district)
No other utilities listed
Sale and tax history for 1606 Saint James
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #SC26045964
Mar 18, 2026
Listed
$125,000
CSMAR #225004691
Dec 1, 2025
Listing Removed
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Nov 5, 2025
Price Changed
$88,999
Oct 29, 2025
Price Changed
$94,999
Oct 22, 2025
Relisted
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Oct 22, 2025
Price Changed
$104,999
Oct 15, 2025
Listing Removed
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Oct 8, 2025
Price Changed
$114,999
Oct 1, 2025
Price Changed
$119,999
Sep 24, 2025
Price Changed
$124,999
Sep 15, 2025
Listed
$129,999
+2
Please note- seller has lowered the price several times and are now firm at the asking price. Discover the charm of California's Central Coast with this 0.17-acre vacant lot located in the desirable Happy Hills area of San Luis Obispo. Enjoy beautiful views and a prime location just 10 minutes to Moonstone Beach. Local attractions include the famous Cambria Scarecrows in October, Moonstone Beach, boutique shopping, a variety of dining experiences paired with amazing local wines, riding Clydesdales, visiting Hearst Castle, the Elephant Seal Colony in San Simeon, the fabulous Christmas Village at the Lodge, and hiking at Fiscalini Ranch Preserve just to name a few. This listing is for land only and is sold As Is, offering a rare opportunity to build your dream retreat on the Central Coast.
NSBCRMLS #195832
Apr 7, 2017
Listing Removed
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Apr 12, 2013
Listed
$149,000
NSBCRMLS #146839
Apr 6, 2017
Listing Removed
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Aug 22, 2008
Listed
$199,000
NSBCRMLS #100770
Apr 6, 2017
Listing Removed
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Apr 13, 2005
Listed
$349,000
CRMLS #SC195832
Jan 6, 2015
Listing Removed
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Dec 17, 2013
Price Changed
$149,000
Oct 18, 2013
Price Changed
$155,000
Aug 15, 2013
Listed
$159,000
CRMLS #SC146839
Mar 10, 2011
Listing Removed
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Aug 22, 2008
Listed
$199,000
CRMLS #SC100770
Apr 13, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Apr 13, 2005
Listed
$349,000
Public Records
Mar 3, 2000
Sold
$119,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,652 (+61.1%)
$150,000
2024
$1,647 (−0.1%)
$150,000
2023
$1,649
$150,000
2022
$1,648 (−5.1%)
$150,000
2021
$1,737 (+5.3%)
$150,000
2020
$1,650
$150,000
2019
$1,649 (−22.3%)
$150,000
2018
$2,123 (+29.0%)
$150,000
2017
$1,645
$150,000
2016
$1,644
$150,000
2015
$1,644 (+1.7%)
$150,000
2014
$1,617
$150,000 + $289,955
$439,955
2013
$1,617
$150,000 + $288,645
$438,645
2012
$1,616
$150,000 + $288,645
$438,645
Public record
Public record
Zoning
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Lot size
7,572 Sq. Ft.
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Style
Vacant Land
County
San Luis Obispo County
APN
023-141-042
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RSF
NORTH COAST PLANNING AREA
COASTAL ZONE
Residential, Single-Family District
The purpose of this section is to establish standards for the conversion of rental housing into condominiums that conform to the General Plan and Housing Element, maintain a supply of affordable housing units, retain some rental units, reduce the impact of such conversions on the tenants, facilitate resident ownership of the converted units, ensure that converted housing achieves a high standard of safety and quality, and inform the prospective buyers of the physical conditions of the structure.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Office-Other
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 77° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cambria, CA • 93428
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1606 Saint James
$113,647
$11K under list price of $125K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $15K to $875K.