Home | San Mateo County | Pacifica | 94044 | 279 Sterling Ave
MLS: ML82039433 | Status: Active | Price: $2,188,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 3 /2
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 /2 | 2,100 | 4,140 | 1962 |
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!
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML82039433 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Days on Site | 35 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Eileen O'Reilly
eXp Realty of California Inc
License #: 01928600
Phone: (415) 793-7535
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| 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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