Exceptional ocean views from this amazing custom home ideally nestled in the foothills of the quaint community of Shell Beach. This beach retreat above the sea features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with an abundance of natural light and a gallery of windows showcasing panoramic ocean views. The spacious kitchen is equipped with double ovens, pantry, sunny kitchen nook, loads of counter space and storage and a large corner view window that draws the outdoors in. Wake up to fresh ocean breezes in the spacious master suite with a recently remodeled master bath that features separate shower, dual sinks and a jetted tub that peers out into the private back yard landscape. Entertain in style with a wrap around ocean view deck and a private back yard patio highlighted by custom stone work and landscaping, TV and outdoor kitchen with built-in seating and bar. Walk to numerous restaurants, coffee houses, tap houses, concerts, events in the park and Pismo Preserve hiking trails overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean. Shell Beach has it all and is the new hot spot on the beautiful Central Coast. Priced below recent comps at $1,150,000.
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
6,367 sq ftLot Size
$905Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Cheryl McGinty•DRE #01188626• Andrews Real Estate Group Inc
Bought with Kirby Gordon•DRE #00481105• Gordon & Gordon
Exceptional ocean views from this amazing custom home ideally nestled in the foothills of the quaint community of Shell Beach. This beach retreat above the sea features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with an abundance of natural light and a gallery of windows showcasing panoramic ocean views. The spacious kitchen is equipped with double ovens, pantry, sunny kitchen nook, loads of counter space and storage and a large corner view window that draws the outdoors in. Wake up to fresh ocean breezes in the spacious master suite with a recently remodeled master bath that features separate shower, dual sinks and a jetted tub that peers out into the private back yard landscape. Entertain in style with a wrap around ocean view deck and a private back yard patio highlighted by custom stone work and landscaping, TV and outdoor kitchen with built-in seating and bar. Walk to numerous restaurants, coffee houses, tap houses, concerts, events in the park and Pismo Preserve hiking trails overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean. Shell Beach has it all and is the new hot spot on the beautiful Central Coast. Priced below recent comps at $1,150,000.
CRMLS #PI17177334
Nov 21, 2017
Sold
$950,000
$496/sq ft
Oct 3, 2017
Pending
—
Sep 1, 2017
Price Changed
$979,000
$511/sq ft
Aug 2, 2017
Listed
$1,050,000
$548/sq ft
Beautiful and expansive ocean views from this immaculate 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. There is a living room with a wrap around deck to enjoy the views, and a den with built-ins that opens to a completely remodeled back yard, with built-in seating and a kitchen. Some amenities include travertine floors, a dining room, and a cheery eating area in the kitchen, custom window coverings, and lots of windows that capture the awesome ocean views.
NSBCRMLS #1024035
Apr 7, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2003
Listed
$989,000
$516/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #1023241
Apr 7, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Aug 25, 2003
Listed
$979,000
$511/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #1001114
Apr 6, 2017
Listing Removed
—
May 8, 2001
Listed
$619,500
$323/sq ft
CRMLS #SL1001114
Jan 6, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 8, 2001
Listed
$619,500
$323/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #131375
Nov 14, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jun 4, 2007
Listed
$1,419,500
$741/sq ft
CRMLS #AT131375
Nov 14, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jun 4, 2007
Listed
$1,419,500
$741/sq ft
CRMLS #PI1023241
Aug 25, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Aug 25, 2003
Listed
$979,000
$511/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 22, 2004
Sold
$882,500
$461/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #1026149
Jun 22, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Dec 30, 2003
Listed
$929,000
$485/sq ft
CRMLS #PI1026149
Jun 22, 2004
Sold
$905,000
$472/sq ft
Dec 30, 2003
Listed
$929,000
$485/sq ft
CRMLS #PI1024035
Dec 20, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2003
Listed
$989,000
$516/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #1004293
Oct 30, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Aug 22, 2001
Listed
$619,500
$323/sq ft
CRMLS #AT1004293
Oct 30, 2001
Sold
$619,500
$323/sq ft
Aug 22, 2001
Listed
$619,500
$323/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,330 (+3.5%)
$808,749 + $446,205
$1,254,954
2024
$12,885 (+1.2%)
$792,892 + $437,456
$1,230,348
2023
$12,733 (+1.6%)
$777,346 + $428,879
$1,206,225
2022
$12,538 (+0.2%)
$762,104 + $420,470
$1,182,574
2021
$12,509 (+1.2%)
$747,161 + $412,226
$1,159,387
2020
$12,364 (+14.3%)
$732,511 + $404,144
$1,136,655
2019
$10,818 (+1.2%)
$725,000 + $400,000
$1,125,000
2018
$10,686 (−11.9%)
$586,500 + $382,500
$969,000
2017
$12,137 (+6.0%)
$686,033 + $394,833
$1,080,866
2016
$11,452 (+1.5%)
$686,033 + $394,833
$1,080,866
2015
$11,287 (+3.8%)
$672,582 + $387,092
$1,059,674
2014
$10,875 (+6.7%)
$649,503 + $373,810
$1,023,313
2013
$10,192 (+20.1%)
$610,000 + $349,000
$959,000
2012
$8,483
$610,000 + $349,000
$959,000
Tax history for 172 Foothill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,330 (+3.5%)
$808,749 + $446,205
$1,254,954
2024
$12,885 (+1.2%)
$792,892 + $437,456
$1,230,348
2023
$12,733 (+1.6%)
$777,346 + $428,879
$1,206,225
2022
$12,538 (+0.2%)
$762,104 + $420,470
$1,182,574
2021
$12,509 (+1.2%)
$747,161 + $412,226
$1,159,387
2020
$12,364 (+14.3%)
$732,511 + $404,144
$1,136,655
2019
$10,818 (+1.2%)
$725,000 + $400,000
$1,125,000
2018
$10,686 (−11.9%)
$586,500 + $382,500
$969,000
2017
$12,137 (+6.0%)
$686,033 + $394,833
$1,080,866
2016
$11,452 (+1.5%)
$686,033 + $394,833
$1,080,866
2015
$11,287 (+3.8%)
$672,582 + $387,092
$1,059,674
2014
$10,875 (+6.7%)
$649,503 + $373,810
$1,023,313
2013
$10,192 (+20.1%)
$610,000 + $349,000
$959,000
2012
$8,483
$610,000 + $349,000
$959,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,367 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,916
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Luis Obispo County
APN
010-072-034
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RSM
COASTAL ZONE
SAN LUIS BAY COASTAL PLANNING AREA
Single-Family Medium Density Residential District
The RSM zoning district is intended for areas appropriate for single-family and multi-family residential uses. Allowable densities range from 5 to 10 du per acre. The RSM zoning district is consistent with the medium density land use classification of the general plan/local coastal plan.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Agriculture-Cropland
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Garage - Side Entry, Garage - Two Door
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Closet, Inside
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Water Heater Unit, Water Softener