Arroyo Grande Real Estate
Nestled between the coastal range and the sea, Arroyo Grande has all the charm of a small town, with many of the amenities that make a large metropolitan area appealing. Conveniently located half way between Los Angeles and San Francisco, Arroyo Grande offers a mild climate year-round and easy access to many artistic and recreational activities.
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Because of the mild climate and rich soil, the Arroyo Grande Valley has a long history as one of California’s most productive agricultural regions. In the early 1900s, the Valley produced bumper crops of cabbages, carrots, beans, peas, pumpkins and onions. Vegetables are still the foundation of a farm economy, but award-winning, local wines are | |
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The Village of Arroyo Grande is a place right out of a Norman Rockwell painting. You start by wandering through ivy-covered alleyways, visiting unique shops and stopping for ice cream. Later, you dine with friends in a cozy restaurant, with a bottle of local wine of course! The village green is next to a meandering creek with picnic tables, benches and a gazebo nearby. Take a moment to sit on the grass and soak up a little sun. Musicians regularly perform on the rotary bandstand while their audience of locals and visitors sing along and watch the kids dance and play.
Arroyo Grande Real Estate is located about 15-20 miles south of San Luis Obispo. Property values in Arroyo Grande are about 30% higher as compared to Paso Robles in the North, mainly due to its proximity to the ocean. The Arroyo Grande Valley boasts a wide range of home styles and values. Along city streets and into the surrounding hills you’ll find attractive condominium complexes, single-family tract homes (on a variety of lot sizes) and high-end custom homes on acreages. There are gated communities and neighborhoods that cater to senior living. Most neighborhoods are close to schools, shopping, parks and cultural activities. Because Arroyo Grande is a modest-sized town, in general housing is located only minutes from shopping and dining.
If you are looking for a small town charm, cool weather, and coastal access, then Arroyo Grande Real Estate is work a look.
Here’s a snapshot of things to see and do while you’re in Arroyo Grande.
- In the Village of Arroyo Grande, the Heritage House Museum and Paulding House are open Saturdays noon to 3 p.m. and Sundays 1-4 p.m. Group tours are available.
- Take a bouncing walk on one of the only remaining swinging bridges in California. Located in the heart of the village.
- Farmer’s Market takes place twice a week in Arroyo Grande. Every Wednesday from 9 to 11:30 in the parking lot of Spencer’s Fresh Market, located at 1464 East Grand Avenue and on Saturdays from noon until 2:30 p.m in the village. Saturday Farmer’s Market often includes live music and an art show.
- The Arroyo Grande Valley is a federally approved American Viticultural Area in recognition of the valley’s distinctive climate and soil characteristics. The Valley runs northeast-southwest and opens directly to the Pacific Ocean, making it one of the coolest and most temperate viticultural areas in California. With its unique climate and extended growing season, the Valley is one of only a handful of locations in the world with the exacting climatic conditions needed to produce world class Burgundian-style varietals. Enjoy fabulous estate grown chardonnays, pinot noirs and mèthode champenoise sparkling wines.
- Camp, picnic, hike and water ski at the picturesque Lopez Lake Recreational Area, located only 10 miles northeast of Arroyo Grande. Kids will love the waterslides that operate during the summer when temperatures are warm and evenings balmy. The park has more than 300 individual and group campsites for tents or recreational vehicles. A launching ramp at the marina allows you to explore the 900+ acres of lake in a boat—rentals available. Fishing is excellent year-round with large, warm-water game fish like trout, crappie, catfish, black bass and bluegill. And, with almost 4,300 acres, there are plenty of hiking trails leading to fields of wildflowers and beautiful vistas. Don’t forget your camera!
- Monarch butterflies spend the winter in a grove of eucalyptus trees at Pismo State Beach just a few miles from Arroyo Grande. About 50,000 Monarchs make this one of the largest winter sites in the United States. The grove is staffed daily 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., November through February, with talks at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
- The Oceano Dunes State Recreational Vehicular Area is a popular site for off-road enthusiasts. (From Arroyo Grande, take Grand Avenue to the beach; turn left on Highway One and right on Pier Avenue.) The Nature Center at the Oceano Campground (off Pier Ave.) is open 1-4 p.m., Friday-Sunday, September though May; and Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, June through August.
- The James Way Oak Habitat and Wildlife Preserve is an equestrian and jogging trail along a hillside of majestic oaks. For spectacular colors and images, visit early morning or at sunset.
- Strother Community Park - 1150 Huasna Road. Situated along the bank of Arroyo Grande Creek, the park is ideal for reunions, picnics and barbecues. Three large barbecue areas can be reserved in advance. Other amenities include horseshoe pits, softball field, a basketball court and a grass volleyball court.
- Elm Street Park - 350 South Elm Street. Located next to the Soto Sports Complex, this park has a volleyball court and a nautical-themed playground with equipment for all ages. A large barbecue area, accommodating up to 75 people, and can be reserved in advance.
- Rancho Grande Park - On James Way between Rancho Parkway and Rodeo Drive. The park has two play structures, a basketball court, horseshoe pits and open green spaces.
- Health Fitness Park - Located behind the Arroyo Grande Hospital at Fair Oaks and Woodland Drive. Includes exercise stations, a heart-check monitor and jogging trails.
- Hoosegow Park - On Le Point Street. This mini-park overlooks the Arroyo Grande Village and is home to the historic City Jailhouse built c. 1910.
- Kiwanis Park - Behind City Hall in the Village. The park runs adjacent to Arroyo Grande creek.
- Rotary Bandstand - At Nelson and Short Streets, Small, grassy park.
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