490 Morro 5, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Condo
Sold July 2026
Listing Agent: Ian Chandler (DRE #01955407) · Listing Office: Home & Ranch Sotheby's Intl · Contact: 530 545-9561 · Bought with: Bill Maddox · Farrell Smyth Real Estate · MLS #NS26112425 · Source: CRMLS
How this sale compares
490 Morro 5 sold for $535,000 in July 2026, 2.6% under its $549,000 list price, after 6 days on the market. That works out to $1,009 per square foot on 530 square feet. Across 92 closed sales in 93442 over the last 12 months, the median sold price is $930,000 and the median is $603 per square foot, 40% below this sale's $1,009.
| Quarter | Closed sales in 93442 | Median sold price |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | 8 | $1,035,000 |
| Q2 2026 | 38 | $889,000 |
| Q3 2026 | 41 | $950,000 |
| Q4 2026 | 5 | $850,000 |
Figures are MLS-reported closed sales (CRMLS); ZIP medians cover the last 12 months. Nalren does not estimate values. Recently sold in Morro Bay · Homes for sale in 93442
Description
Set on the edge of the Embarcadero, this turnkey Morro Bay condo puts you just a one-minute walk from the waterfront and minutes from the best of Morro Bay. Step out to the front of the complex and take in beautiful views of Morro Rock, with Franklin Riley Park across the street, Tidelands Park and playground nearby, and easy access to the harbor, waterfront dining, coffee shops, art galleries, kayaking, paddleboarding, coastal trails, the Main Street Farmers Market, Morro Bay Golf Course, Morro Bay State Park, and the Museum of Natural History. Inside, this 1-bedroom end-unit condo is bright, inviting, and in excellent condition, with abundant natural light and peekaboo views of the bay and Black Hill. The living area features an electric fireplace, creating a comfortable place to unwind after a day by the water. The kitchen is well appointed with custom cabinetry, soft-close drawers, a large single-basin sink, and an Electrolux range with induction cooktop. The bedroom includes a walk-in closet, while the bathroom features a large walk-in shower and a stacked washer and dryer for everyday convenience. The condo also includes a designated covered carport directly below the unit, offering easy access, plus private storage space for beach gear, golf clubs, bikes, or weekend essentials. The HOA has been well managed, with recent exterior improvements including fresh paint, a new roof, new railings, and other updates throughout the property. Whether you’re looking for a low-maintenance coastal getaway, a convenient second home, or a quiet Morro Bay retreat to escape the heat of the valley or the pace of the city, this condo is ready to enjoy from day one.
Listing description from the July 2026 sale, as reported to CRMLS.
Sale history
Recent sales near 490 Morro 5
436 Morro: Sold $1,800,000 · 3 bd · 3 ba · 2,875 sqft · Jul 2026 · 0.1 mi
Realty Concepts, Ltd | DRE #01371742
Buyer's agent: Kelly Marple, Horizon Realty & Property Mgt | DRE #01916707260 Pacific: Sold $990,000 · Aug 2026 · 0.2 mi
Century 21 Masters | DRE #01354722
Buyer's agent: James Kelsey, Century 21 Masters | DRE #01354722670 Olive Street: Sold $1,100,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,524 sqft · Jul 2026 · 0.3 mi
Equity Union | DRE #02219854
Buyer's agent: Hal Sweasey, Equity Union | DRE #01111911487 & 489 Estero: Sold $1,473,073 · 6 bd · 4 ba · 2,700 sqft · Jul 2026 · 0.3 mi
Dale Kaiser Real Estate | DRE #01297036
Buyer's agent: Christine Rosenfeld, Compass | DRE #01392788735 Piney Way: Sold $995,000 · 2 bd · 3 ba · 1,475 sqft · Oct 2026 · 0.3 mi
Home & Ranch Sotheby's Intl | DRE #00887086
Buyer's agent: Kathy Mizell, Home & Ranch Sotheby's Intl | DRE #00887086600 Morro Bay Boulevard 203: Sold $642,500 · 1 bd · 2 ba · 1,078 sqft · Jul 2026 · 0.4 mi
Compass | DRE #01731537
Buyer's agent: Jay Bond, eXp Realty of California, Inc. | DRE #01823529435 Dunes: Sold $1,250,000 · 4 bd · 3 ba · 1,848 sqft · Jul 2026 · 0.4 mi
Central Coast Sotheby's International Realty | DRE #01710596
Buyer's agent: Dale Kaiser, Dale Kaiser Real Estate | DRE #01297036431 Fresno Avenue: Sold $950,000 · 3 bd · 3 ba · 1,740 sqft · Sep 2026 · 0.5 mi
Central Coast Real Estate | DRE #02000851
Buyer's agent: Eldon Daetweiler, COASTHOUS | DRE #01311184
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