9190 Arroyo Del Mar, Cambria, California 93428

$2,650,000

Property Type

Residential

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

3

Square Feet

1,500 sqft

City

Cambria

Status

Active

Rancho Santa Rosa offers 306± acres of usable Central Coast land with the rare advantage of seven legal parcels—creating immediate flexibility for development, expansion, or long-term investment. The property benefits from Williamson Act status, ensuring reduced property taxes and long-term sustainability. Set in the rolling hills just outside Cambria, this is a property designed for those who want to build something meaningful, whether a legacy ranch, private compound, or income-producing agricultural operation. The existing improvements include two modest residences, providing a functional starting point while leaving significant room to design and construct a custom ranch estate or multi-structure compound. With multiple potential building sites and expansive views, the property invites a thoughtful, large-scale vision. A key highlight is the presence of hundreds of mature bay leaf trees—an uncommon and valuable natural asset. This creates a clear opportunity for a specialty agricultural venture, from harvesting and packaging culinary bay leaves to developing value-added products such as oils or branded goods. Combined with the property’s history as a cattle ranch, the land is well-suited for a range of agricultural uses, offering both lifestyle appeal and income potential. Natural water resources, including an artesian well and a domestic well, support both residential use and agricultural expansion—an essential foundation for long-term usability. Beyond its productivity, Rancho Santa Rosa delivers a compelling setting: rolling terrain, mature trees, seasonal creeks, and abundant wildlife, all contributing to a sense of privacy and scale. Located just 8 miles from the Pacific Ocean, it strikes a rare balance between accessibility and seclusion. Rancho Santa Rosa is a versatile Central Coast holding—offering the space, resources, and underlying value to create a ranch that performs as both a lifestyle asset and a long-term investment.