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Pismo Beach, CA

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This low-key beach town with immaculate coves is a few miles away from wine country

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When people think of California’s best beaches, they may think about Santa Monica, Malibu, or Venice. Known for its proximity to wine country and immaculate shorelines with scenic coves and cliffs, Pismo Beach is a coastal community along the central coast that can rival the state’s most famous beaches. Visitors and residents alike enjoy being able to travel 30 minutes to several renowned winemaking regions including Edna Valley and Arroyo Grande.

Waterfront parks and nature preserves abound in this enviable paradise, allowing residents to take full advantage of the Golden State’s natural beauty. Dinosaur Caves Park is a popular spot with waterfront cliffs, lush lawns with trails, and a playground with “dinosaur eggs” for kids to play on. If you’re lucky, you may even see a whale from one of the bluffs in this park. View thousands of butterflies resting on eucalyptus trees at the Monarch Butterfly Grove, or drive RVs on sand dunes at Pismo State Beach.

Pismo Beach’s downtown is just as alluring as its beaches. Downtown residents enjoy seafood restaurants, dessert shops, candy stores, beach-themed boutiques, wine bars, and relaxed pubs. A few blocks over from downtown, you’ll find locals perusing shops at Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and the Pismo Coast Shopping Plaza. These excellent advantages, combined with great schools attract families. Pismo Beach is a hidden gem just waiting for you to find your dream apartment or waterfront home!

Explore the City

The cliffs along Pismo Beach at sunset

Vineyards near Pismo Beach

Sun setting over the Pismo Beach pier

The downtown shopping area in Pismo Beach

Sign on the Pismo Beach Boardwalk

The cliffs and ocean make Pismo Beach a picturesque location

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Pismo Beach, CA is $654 for a studio, $918 for one bedroom, and $1,394 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pismo Beach has increased by 1.9% in the past year.

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Transportation

64

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

54

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Shell Beach Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

325 Students

7
out of 10

Judkins Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

458 Students

5
out of 10

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