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listing_id: ML82039433
status: Active
price: 2188000
beds: 5
baths_full: 3
baths_half: 2
sqft_living: 2100
sqft_lot: 4140
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1962
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "279 Sterling Ave"
city: Pacifica
state: CA
zip: 94044
county: "San Mateo County"
lat: 37.593978
lng: -122.509994
days_on_market: 35
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Eileen O'Reilly"
list_office: "eXp Realty of California Inc"
list_agent_phone: "(415) 793-7535"
list_agent_license: 01928600
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-04-20
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | San Mateo County | Pacifica | 94044 | 279 Sterling Ave

279 Sterling Ave, Pacifica, CA 94044

MLS: ML82039433 | Status: Active | Price: $2,188,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 3 /2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
5 3 /2 2,100 4,140 1962

Remarks

BIG PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS! Experience breathtaking, sweeping ocean and coastal views from this stunning 5-bedroom, 4-bath home. Ocean views are enjoyed from multiple spaces, including the bedrooms, the primary suite, the ADU, the hot tub, and the garage. The light-filled upper level features an open-concept layout with Brazilian cherry floors, gas appliances, solid-wood cabinetry, and walls of windows opening onto a private deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining while you enjoy sunsets and the vibrant coastal vibe. The thoughtfully updated primary suite includes its own view-facing deck and a spa-inspired bathroom with a walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms, a convenient laundry room, and a breezeway with abundant storage complete the lower level. A separate ground-floor studio apartment offers rental potential or guest quarters, complete with a full kitchen and washer/dryer. A versatile bonus room ideal for a home office, music room, or creative studio. Outside, enjoy low-maintenance living with a fully fenced artificial turf yard and a relaxing hot tub (currently not fully operational). Moments from Humble Sea Brewing, Soul Grind Coffee, Grocery Outlet, and trailheads, this home blends location, lifestyle, and opportunity. All this and a fresh new price!

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82039433
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.
Days on Site 35

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Primary Suite/Retreat, Reverse Floor Plan
Bathrooms Double Sinks, Dual Flush Toilet, Shower and Tub, Showers over Tubs - 2+, Solid Surface, Tile, Updated Bath(s), Half on Ground Floor
Kitchen Countertop - Granite, Island with Sink, Pantry
Appliances Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Gas, Trash Compactor, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Dining Area, Dining Bar, No Formal Dining Room
Family Room No Family Room
Fireplace Gas Starter, Living Room
Flooring Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Wood
Laundry Inside, In Utility Room
Cooling None
Heating Central Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Rolled/Hot Mop
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Pillar/Post/Pier, Raised, Other, Crawl Space, Wood Frame
Pool Cover, Spa/Hot Tub
Style Ranch

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking, On Street, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District Pacifica
High School District Jefferson Union High
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Zoning R1

Contact Information

Eileen O'Reilly
eXp Realty of California Inc
License #: 01928600
Phone: (415) 793-7535

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Cabrillo Elementary School public K-8 0.77 mi 7
Pacifica Independent Home Study public K-8 0.82 mi N/A
Ortega Elementary School public K-5 1.77 mi 8
Terra Nova High School public 9-12 1.82 mi 8
Vallemar Elementary School public K-8 2.05 mi 7
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School public 6-8 3.19 mi 7
Oceana High School public 9-12 3.22 mi 8
Farallone View Elementary School public K-5 3.45 mi 9
Portola Elementary School public K-5 3.81 mi 6
Ocean Shore Elementary School public K-8 4.02 mi 8
John Muir Elementary School public K-5 4.30 mi 9
Monte Verde Elementary School public K-5 4.33 mi 9
Westborough Middle School public 6-8 4.39 mi 6
Sunset Ridge Elementary School public K-5 4.41 mi 5
Skyline Elementary School public K-5 4.67 mi 8
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Elementary School public K-8 4.86 mi 4
Meadows Elementary School public K-5 4.99 mi 9

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This listing information is up-to-date as of April 20, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Eileen O'Reilly, (415) 793-7535.