City Guide
Half Moon Bay, CA
Overview
Half Moon Bay, CA is recognized for growing Christmas trees, pumpkins, cut flowers, and Brussels sprouts and artichokes. There are about 12,848 people, so moving to this town offers the benefit of small-city living with the perks of a larger city. One fun fact about Half Moon Bay is that it was is often called the"World Pumpkin Capital" and the most anticipated local event is the Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival in mid-October. Something else to note about the city is that has two world-class championship golf courses and both on the Ritz-Carlton resort property.
What’s it like to live in Half Moon Bay, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Half Moon Bay, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$1,473,750
and homes stay on the market for 26 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Half Moon Bay are $1,785,000
and $800,000
, respectively. Half Moon Bay area townhouses have a median sale price of $1,061,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Half Moon Bay, CAExplore our Half Moon Bay housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Half Moon Bay home prices compare to other markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Half Moon Bay, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Half Moon Bay
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
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Ocean Colony | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Spanishtown South | $1,105,000 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Miramar | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Granada Highlands | $1,600,000 | 60 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Half Moon Bay
See all homes for saleRental listings in Half Moon Bay
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsHalf Moon Bay Migration & Relocation Trends
In Sep '24 - Nov '24, 23% of Half Moon Bay homebuyers searched to move out of Half Moon Bay, while 77% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Half Moon Bay from outside metros.
- Honolulu homebuyers searched to move into Half Moon Bay more than any other metro followed by Santa Barbara and Pensacola.
Where are people moving to Half Moon Bay from?
- 77% of Half Moon Bay homebuyers searched to stay within the Half Moon Bay metropolitan area.
Where are people from Half Moon Bay moving to?
Number of People Moving to Half Moon Bay
least
most
People are moving to Half Moon Bay from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
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Metros | Sep '24 - Nov '24 | ||
1 | 1,115 | ||
2 | 222 | ||
3 | 129 | ||
4 | 112 | ||
5 | 72 | ||
6 | 13 | ||
7 | 10 | ||
8 | 3 | ||
9 | 3 | ||
10 | 2 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Half Moon Bay, CA ?
Half Moon Bay, CA is home to many enjoyable activities like watching the sunset at one of its many parks to taking a stroll along the beach. There are a lot of unique beaches in Half Moon Bay including Poplar Beach and Surfer's Beach. There's also a rich arts and culture scene, with performing arts venues like Coastal Repertory Theatre and Odd Fellows Hall. There are plenty of green spaces to be found throughout Half Moon Bay. For example, you can enjoy a picnic or run through many parks, like John L Carter Memorial Park, Kehoe Park, or Ocean View Park. For a taste of Half Moon Bay's cuisine, there are a couple of local eateries you don't want to skip. Miramar Beach Restaurant, Ketch Joanne Restaurant, and Tres Amigos Restaurant are just three of the numerous restaurants you should grab a bite at.
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What's the best way to get around Half Moon Bay, CA ?
Half Moon Bay Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.