2431 Sherwood Drive, Cambria, California 93428, Cambria, 93428 - 3 bed, 4 bath

2431 Sherwood Drive
Cambria, California 93428
Property Price
SUMMARY
Estimated Market Value
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 2431 Sherwood Drive Subject | $3,875,000* List Price | 3 | 4 | 2,788 | $1,483 | - |
A 2585 Sherwood Drive Active | $3,275,000 List Price | 3 | 4 | 2,130 | $1,538 | 0.1 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
While originally built in 1968, this architectural masterpiece has undergone extensive high-end renovations that meet current luxury standards. The property features a modern chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and granite surfaces, brand-new dual-pane windows, and new glass railings. The bathrooms have been updated to a 'spa-style' quality, and the integration of premium materials like slate, stone, and redwood—combined with the fact that it is a successful, turnkey vacation rental—indicates a property with no deferred maintenance and superior overall quality.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Architectural Significance
Designed by Warren Leopold, a protégé of Frank Lloyd Wright, this 'Big Sur Modern' masterpiece features unique hexagonal geometry and iconic mid-century materials, offering rare historical and artistic value.
- Prime Oceanfront Location
Situated on a seawall-protected bluff, the property provides 180-degree unobstructed panoramic views and rare, private staircase access directly to the shoreline and tide pools.
- Income & Layout Flexibility
The property is a successful, permitted vacation rental featuring a secondary living area with a separate entrance, providing excellent potential for multi-generational living or immediate investment returns.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Specialized Maintenance Needs
The 1968 construction using poured-in-place aggregate concrete and redwood in a harsh salt-air environment may require specialized and costly upkeep compared to modern building materials.
- Limited Lot Acreage
At under 5,000 square feet, the lot is relatively compact, which limits private yard space and results in closer proximity to neighboring residences in the Marine Terrace subdivision.
About 2431 Sherwood Drive
The pinnacle of art, architecture, and coastal living, 2431 Sherwood Drive is a rare oceanfront architectural masterpiece designed by legendary local architect Warren Leopold, a protégé of Frank Lloyd Wright. Built at the height of mid-century modernism, this iconic Big Sur Modern residence is constructed of poured-in-place aggregate concrete and redwood, expressed in a sophisticated series of hexagonal spaces that celebrate light, geometry, and the natural environment. Set forward on a seawall-protected bluff, the home offers over 180 degrees of unobstructed panoramic ocean views, with daily sightings of whales, dolphins, otters, seabirds, tide pools below, and spectacular sunsets. Thick exposed aggregate walls frame expansive new dual-pane windows and signature stained glass—some inlaid with sliced agate—bringing exceptional light, color, and texture throughout. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas are designed for both comfortable living and effortless entertaining. The chef’s kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, and a generous granite island oriented toward the sea. Redwood beams, whitewashed redwood paneling, slate and stone surfaces, built-in seating, fireplaces, skylights, dentil detailing, and an indoor-outdoor bar enhance both function and character. A protected ocean-view courtyard and wraparound decks with new glass railings extend the living space outdoors, while private concrete stairs provide rare direct access to the shoreline and tide pools. The home includes three en-suite bedrooms. The primary suite is accessed by a dramatic primary suite accessed via a stained-glass-lined turret staircase, featuring wraparound windows, domed skylight, fireplace, spa-style bath with ocean-view soaking tub, connected office, and walk-in closet. Downstairs a second en-suite bedroom has own fireplace. A secondary living area with its own living room, laundry, and the third en-suite bedroom with separate entrance adds flexibility and income potential. The property is a successful, permitted vacation rental. Located among Monterey cypress, close to Fiscalini Ranch Preserve, Moonstone Beach, Lampton Cliffs County Park, and the West Village of Cambria, this one-of-a-kind home offers architectural significance, privacy, and an unparalleled connection to the Pacific Ocean.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1968
- Lot Size
- 4,792 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 3
- Total Bathrooms
- 4 (4 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Cambria Unified Schools
Cambria Grammar
Grades K-5 • 1.6 mi
Santa Lucia Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1.5 mi
Coast Union High School
Grades 9-12 • 4.4 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 4.0 | 2.0 | 92% |
| Square foot | 2,788 | 1,528 | 96% |
| Lot Size | 4,792 | 5,775 | 42% |
| Price | $3.88M | $940.0K | 98% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.4K | $664 | 92% |
| Built year | 1968 | 1983 | 21% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 32 | 196 | 4% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Feb 3, 2026
$3,875,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Apr 26, 2024
$3,495,000
Public Record
Sold
Jul 24, 2018
$1,665,000
Public Record
Sold
Aug 15, 1995
$870,000
Public Record
Sold
Mar 31, 1994
$830,000
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