420 El Portal Drive
420 El Portal Drive
Closed 2/15/22
Closed 2/15/22
Description
Upon entry, you’ll be drawn to expansive windows bringing the ocean in with every glance. The main living area has soaring beam ceilings and cheery light wood throughout, evoking the...Off the Market until 2022. 420 El Portal is a mid-century modern masterpiece in a coveted location at the crossroads of El Portal and Indio Drive in Shell Beach. Built in 1973 and extensively remodeled in 2018. This property offers its lucky new owners panoramic coastal and ocean views from Port San Luis to Point Sal.
Upon entry, you’ll be drawn to expansive windows bringing the ocean in with every glance. The main living area has soaring beam ceilings and cheery light wood throughout, evoking the feeling of the beach. The open floor plan allows the sun to drench every room, and skylights are strategically placed to let even more of the outdoors in.
A Thermador range plus a built-in convection oven, beautiful Heath Ceramics tiles in “moonstone” blue mirroring the ocean, and durable quartz countertops with a vintage look make the kitchen a chef’s oasis.
The master suite, elevated above the living areas for privacy and views, feels like its own peaceful retreat. Wake up with the sun to broad coastal outlooks from the windows and balcony on this level or keep the custom shades (outfitted throughout) closed until you’re ready to greet the day: this space is both open and cozy.
The second bedroom, with direct access to the sunny backyard, enjoys warm morning light. A third bedroom off the main living area can be used for sleeping, WFH, an entertainment room, or whatever you desire. Each room enjoys ample closet and storage space. Downstairs is a bonus room with built-in bookshelves for use as a library/office, but could also be an additional sleeping area, craft room, media or gym space. The potential is endless. There is a separate laundry room alongside an oversized two car garage with space for a work area.
The terraced backyard includes fruit trees, a planter bed for veggies, and a gas fire pit. The front and side have a range of drought-tolerant mature planting. But the real star is the expansive deck, rebuilt by the current owners for complete indoor-outdoor living: entertaining, grilling on the BBQ, stargazing, or viewing the setting sun.
This property has been lovingly restored and updated for modern living without sacrificing the mid-century details that make it special. The genius of this home is how the views have been maximized: you’ll find yourself spotting the ocean everywhere. Enjoy nearby hiking, surfing, golfing, wine tasting, dining, and much more. This is truly a unique Central Coast home—welcome to paradise!
Listing Agents
![LeeAnne Fisher]()
leeanne.fisher@compass.comP: 805.440.0251
![George Fisher]()
george.fisher@compass.comP: 805.801.0821
Property Details for 420 El Portal Drive
Location
Sold By Coldwell Banker Premier Real Estate, Christa Lowry, DRE #01888396
Property Details for 420 El Portal Drive
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | SC21260316 |
| Days on Market | 13 |
| Taxes | - |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1973 |
| Lot Size | 0.15 AC / 6,534 SF |
| County | San Luis Obispo County |
Location
Sold By Coldwell Banker Premier Real Estate, Christa Lowry, DRE #01888396
Building Information for 420 El Portal Drive
Payment Calculator
$14,417 per month
30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest
$12,443
$1,974
$0
Property Information for 420 El Portal Drive
- Current Financing: None
- Financing: Cash to Loan
- Tax Block: 1
- Tax Tract Number: 57
- Tax Census Tract: 117.04
- CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $14,808
- Tax Lot: 3
- Accessibility Features: None
- Disability Access: None
- Assessments YN: Yes
- Assessments: Unknown
- Community Features: Biking, Hiking, Storm Drains, Street Lights
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven, Gas Oven, Gas Range
- Interior Features: 2 Staircases, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Track Lighting
- Room Type: Bonus Room, Galley Kitchen, Kitchen, Living Room
- Main Level Bathrooms: 1
- Main Level Bedrooms: 1
- Room Bathroom Features: Exhaust fan(s), Walk-in shower
- Room Kitchen Features: Quartz Counters
- Eating Area: Family Kitchen
- Laundry: Yes
- Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included
- Laundry Location: Garage
- Fireplace Features: Outside, Fire Pit
- Fireplace Rooms: Fire Pit
- Fireplace: Fire Pit
- Cooling: None
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating: Central
- Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
- Floor Coverings: Wood, Other/Remarks
- Flooring: See Remarks, Wood
- Door Features: Mirror Closet Door(s)
- Window Features: Skylight(s)
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding
- Exterior Construction: Wood Siding
- Exterior: Wood
- Roof: Shingle
- Foundation Details: Block, Combination, Slab
- Structure Type: House
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Miscellaneous: Storm Drains
- View Description: Coastline, Ocean
- Patio: Yes
- Patio: Deck, Wrap Around, Wood
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Wood, Wrap Around
- Pool Features: None
- Pool Description: None
- Pool: N/K
- Spa Features: None
- Sign on Property: Yes
- Additional Parcels Description: 010171003
- Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Sloped Down, Front Yard, Landscaped, Paved, Up Slope from Street, Yard
- Lease Considered: No
- Available For Lease: No
- Land Lease: No
- Land Lease Type: Fee
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Levels: Three Or More
- Water: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Water Source: Public
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Yes
- Parking Garage: Direct Entrance, Driveway, Garage, Garage - 2 Car
- Parking Non-Garage: Driveway
- Parking Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Garage: Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage - Two Door
- Carport Spaces: 0
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Paved, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Two Door
- Builders Tract Name: Shell Beach
- Builders Tract Code: Shell Beach(600)
- Architectural Style: Modern
- Residential Styles: Detached
- Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls
Property History for 420 El Portal Drive
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Public Records for 420 El Portal Drive
Schools near 420 El Portal Drive
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 6 | |||
| Public - | 7 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | K to 6 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Smith (C. L.) Elementary School PublicK to 6 | ||
Laguna Middle School Public7 to 8 | ||
San Luis Obispo High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter School CharterK to 6 |
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