A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, the famed ~150 acre, Heart of Rancho Rico family compound is on the market for the first time in 60 years. Located just 30 miles south of Carmel-by-the-Sea and within walking distance to the Big Sur community, this Central Coast property with private beach access and 3 houses, is a legacy property without equal. Upon entering the ranch via a discrete, gated, private road, you pass towering trees and cattle to the main meadow at the highest portion of the property, almost 1000 feet above the beach below. From its ridges you have a 360-degree view including the Santa Lucia mountains and the vast Pacific Ocean. With manicured gardens and fruit orchards, numerous outdoor living spaces, an exclusive road to its own pristine beach, and views that extend over 80 miles down the Big Sur coastline, the Heart of Rancho Rico is truly Monterey County’s unparalleled crown-jewel. From its absolutely breathtaking panoramic views to its easy access to the wonderful selection of area restaurants and attractions, the Heart of Rancho Rico provides the ultimate Big Sur lifestyle with serenity, privacy, and never-ending adventures to explore. Finally, the opportunity is here to acquire one of the rarest offerings in Big Sur/Coastal California history.
Property Details
Price:
$70,000,000
MLS #:
ML81986529
Status:
Active
Beds:
11
Baths:
9
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
699notdefined
Listed Date:
Nov 13, 2024
Finished Sq Ft:
8,379
Lot Size:
6,507,428 sqft / 149.39 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1956
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Schools
School District:
Carmel Unified
Interior
Bathrooms
8 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
None
Heating
Central, Radiant
Exterior
Parking Spots
2.00
Roof
Composition, Shingle
Financial
Map
Community
- Address47320 Highway 1 Big Sur CA
- Neighborhood699 – Not Defined
- CityBig Sur
- CountyMonterey
- Zip Code93920
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Big Sur as of Oct 23, 2025
8
Single Family Listed
178
Avg DOM
6,291
Avg $ / SqFt
$18,856,250
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 47320 Highway 1 Big Sur CA is a Single Family for sale in Big Sur, CA, 93920. It is listed for $70,000,000 and features 11 beds, 9 baths, and has approximately 8,379 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1956. The current price per square foot is $8,354. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Big Sur is $6,291. The average listing price for Single Family in Big Sur is $18,856,250.
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