Experience the coastal lifestyle and income opportunity in sought-after East Miramar! This rare two-unit beach cottage compound features a charming 1 bed/1 bath main home (~480 sq ft) with hardwood floors and a fully permitted 1 bed/1 bath ADU (~532 sq ft) showcasing luxury vinyl plank flooring, stainless steel appliances, butcher-block countertops, recessed lighting and its own washer/dryer setup. Set on a 4,800 sq ft lot, this property offers incredible flexibility as a second home, short-term rental, or investment. The ADU is turnkey and income-ready, while the main house invites cozy coastal living. Excellent location just off Highway 1, and a short walk to the beach, Coastal Trail. The coast offers an abundance of outdoor recreation activities including hiking, biking, surfing, paddleboarding, kayaking, and more. A quick commute to Downtown Half Moon Bay, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and SFO. Don't miss this dual-unit Half Moon Bay gem, your beach escape and income stream in one!
For sale
Price cut: $100K (11/22)
$999,000
533 Alto Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
2beds
480sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1952
4,800 Square Feet Lot
$1,072,600 Zestimate®
$2,081/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stainless steel appliancesRecessed lightingButcher-block countertopsHardwood floors
- 46 days |
- 1,960 |
- 52 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 06, 2025 at 04:31pm
Listed by:
Matt Aragoni 01978236 650-483-8949,
Coldwell Banker Realty 650-726-1100
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82025960
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom
Bathroom
- Features: ShowerandTub, StallShower, Tile
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Other, ExhaustFan
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl Linoleum
Interior area
- Total structure area: 480
- Total interior livable area: 480 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, Parking Area
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Fenced
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,800 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Mostly Level
Details
- Additional structures: Garage
- Parcel number: 048064130
- Zoning: R10006
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Foam
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Half Moon Bay
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,081/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $590,778
- Annual tax amount: $9,438
- Date on market: 10/25/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
$1,072,600
$1.02M - $1.13M
$2,828/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2025 | Price change | $999,000-9.1%$2,081/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82025960 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,099,000+100.2%$2,290/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82025960 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2011 | Listing removed | $549,000$1,144/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Sunset Properties #041105 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2008 | Listed for sale | $549,000+4.6%$1,144/sqft |
Source: Century 21 #041105 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2006 | Sold | $525,000$1,094/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,438 +29.1% | $590,778 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,313 +2.6% | $579,196 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,129 +2.8% | $567,840 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$6,087/mo
Principal & interest
$4813
Property taxes
$924
Home insurance
$350
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 94019
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10El Granada Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10Half Moon Bay High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: ElGranadaElementary
- Middle: ManuelFCunhaIntermediate
- High: HalfMoonBayHigh
- District: CabrilloUnified
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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