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$774,276$857 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

261 PALM AVE

MORRO BAY, CA 93442
3
Beds
1
Baths
904 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1946
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$774K
$681K low$867K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,962 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$188,707 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$96,575
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$92,132
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$185,008

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.37
82
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
79
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.78 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountySAN LUIS OBISPO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Morro Bay High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Los Osos Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.7 mi
E
Del Mar Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.8 mi

District: San Luis Coastal Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93442These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.279

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,683
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.241 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,320
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,453
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.20 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.75%

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How this home compares

261 Palm Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 80% of homes in Morro Bay 93442
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in San Luis Obispo County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in San Luis Obispo County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in San Luis Obispo County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Morro Bay 93442

What homes are worth in Morro Bay 93442

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$548K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Morro Bay 93442.

How it measures up in Morro Bay 93442

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Morro Bay 93442.

Estimated value$774,276
CheaperTypical $995,000Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$857
CheaperTypical $687Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area904 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,492 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 261 Palm Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMorro Bay 93442San Luis Obispo County
Estimated valuepricier than$774,27620% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$85783% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than904 ft²16% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac65% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than19467% of homes7% of homes

About 261 Palm Ave

How much is 261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA is $774,276 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $681,354 to $867,198. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA last sell?

261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA last sold on Mar 6, 1995, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA?

261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 904 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA built?

261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA?

261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA is assigned to Morro Bay High School (high), rated A-; Los Osos Middle School (middle), rated A-; Del Mar Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in San Luis Coastal Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA compare to other homes in Morro Bay 93442?

Among the 5,347 homes in Morro Bay 93442, it is worth more than 20% of them ($774,276 against a typical $995,000), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($857 against a typical $687), it is bigger than 16% of them (904 ft² against a typical 1,492 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1946 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of San Luis Obispo County, it is worth more than 35% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Palm Ave, Morro Bay, CA was $1,962. The county assessed it at $188,707.

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