140 Kern Avenue

Morro Bay , CA 93442

MLS#: PI25146363

$1,899,000

Status: Active
Listing number: PI25146363
Listing provided by: Keller Williams Realty Central Coast
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 5 days ago
On site: a month ago
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Morro Heights (810) - Residential

Property

Beds

4

Full Baths

3

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1951

Sq.Footage

2,700

Step into a classic Morro Bay home with character, potential, and views to match. Tucked into a quiet, established neighborhood, 140 Kern Avenue offers solid 1950s–60s construction, great bones, and a layout full of possibility. This spacious property features three fireplaces — one in the kitchen, living room, and entry — adding warmth and charm throughout. The kitchen includes a double oven, perfect for anyone who loves to cook or entertain, and there are three full bathrooms for added convenience. The garage is equipped with its own golf cart garage, and you could be on the first tee within minutes. While the home is mostly original and ready for updates, the thoughtful floor plan and vintage details like wood paneling and carpeting throughout offer a unique opportunity to restore or remodel to your taste. Enjoy beautiful views and a fantastic location near downtown Morro Bay, shops, and the Embarcadero. Whether you're a buyer with vision or an investor looking for your next project, this home is ready for its next chapter.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Breakfast Bar

  • Total Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    3

  • Cooling YN

    NO

  • Cooling

    None

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Main Level Bedrooms

    4

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    2

  • Parking

    Driveway, Garage

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    None

  • View

    Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Ocean, Water

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.2997

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

Price

  • Sales Price

    $1,899,000

  • Sq. Footage

    2, 700

  • Price/SqFt

    $703

HOA

  • Association

    NO

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Stories

    1

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Tax Lot

    5

  • Water Source

    Public

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Step into a classic Morro Bay home with character, potential, and views to match. Tucked into a quiet, established neighborhood, 140 Kern Avenue offers solid 1950s–60s construction, great bones, and a layout full of possibility. This spacious property features three fireplaces — one in the kitchen, living room, and entry — adding warmth and charm throughout. The kitchen includes a double oven, perfect for anyone who loves to cook or entertain, and there are three full bathrooms for added convenience. The garage is equipped with its own golf cart garage, and you could be on the first tee within minutes. While the home is mostly original and ready for updates, the thoughtful floor plan and vintage details like wood paneling and carpeting throughout offer a unique opportunity to restore or remodel to your taste. Enjoy beautiful views and a fantastic location near downtown Morro Bay, shops, and the Embarcadero. Whether you're a buyer with vision or an investor looking for your next project, this home is ready for its next chapter.

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