202 Monte Cristo Place, Cambria, California 93428, Cambria, 93428 - 5 bed, 2 bath
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Cambria, California 93428
Analysis of 202 Monte Cristo Place, Cambria, California 93428 is currently available with a list price of $2,900,000. The property maintains a Poor Condition Rating (30/100), indicating the property requires renovation and updates to maximize its market potential. This presents opportunities for value-add investors. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Cambria Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
The property is a 1958 Cold War-era military facility consisting of 32 aging structures, including barracks and radar towers, which require substantial rehabilitation and infrastructure upgrades. While the primary residence has received some updates such as granite countertops and double ovens, the overall site condition is dominated by the specialized military buildings that necessitate significant capital investment and environmental remediation for any modern redevelopment.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 1488009, living area = 2092.
Perched high above the Pacific, the property offers sweeping, unobstructed views of the coastline, ocean, and mountains, providing a rare and high-value aesthetic for any future development.
Spanning 34 acres with 32 existing structures, including radar towers and barracks, this site offers a massive footprint for visionary projects such as a hospitality retreat, research campus, or private compound.
Any creative redevelopment is subject to rigorous county approvals, zoning changes, and environmental assessments, which may involve lengthy and uncertain timelines for the buyer.
The age of the structures (built in 1958) and their specialized military nature likely require significant capital investment for utility upgrades, modern retrofitting, and potential environmental cleanup.
Perched high above the Pacific Ocean with sweeping, unobstructed coastal views, the former Cambria Air Force Station spans 34± acres and includes 32 existing buildings and structures — radar towers, barracks, operations facilities, and support buildings. The property also features one primary residence with 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a kitchen equipped with granite countertops and double ovens, offering modern comfort amidst historic charm. A remarkable Cold War landmark with secure gated access, this hilltop property offers commanding presence, privacy, and boundless potential for creative redevelopment. Imagine transforming this extraordinary site into a private compound, hospitality retreat, research campus, or other visionary project (subject to county approval). Buyer to perform all due diligence regarding zoning, entitlements, utilities, and environmental assessments.
No exterior & parking available.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5.0 | 3.0 | 96% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 2,092 | 1,545 | 77% |
| Lot Size | 1,488,009.625 | 5,600 | 98% |
| Price | $2.90M | $940.0K | 98% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.4K | $649 | 94% |
| Built year | 1958 | 1983 | 15% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 192 | 192 | 51% |
Feb 26, 2026
$2,900,000
Initial Listing
Oct 12, 2025
$3,200,000
Initial Listing
Jan 13, 2005
$2,000,000
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