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Morro Bay, CA
Overview
Morro Bay, CA, is well-known for its famous landmark, Morro Rock. The city has around 10,511 people, so moving to Morro Bay offers the benefit of small-city living with the perks of a larger city. One fact about Morro Bay is that the city is home to more than two-dozen endangered species. Something else to note about the city is that it has one of the largest and most important wetland systems on the central coast.
What’s it like to live in Morro Bay, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Morro Bay, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$860,000
and homes stay on the market for 71 days.
When comparing property types, median sale prices vary. The median sale price of a single family home in Morro Bay is $885,000
. Morro Bay area condo/co-ops have a median sale price of $800,000
, 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 Morro Bay, CAExplore our Morro Bay housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Morro Bay home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Morro Bay rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Morro Bay rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Morro Bay, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
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Morro Bay Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 39% of Morro Bay homebuyers searched to move out of Morro Bay, while 61% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 0.33% of homebuyers searched to move into Morro Bay from outside metros.
- Los Angeles homebuyers searched to move into Morro Bay more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and Santa Barbara.
Where are people moving to Morro Bay from?
- 61% of Morro Bay homebuyers searched to stay within the Morro Bay metropolitan area.
- Hilo was the most popular destination among Morro Bay homebuyers followed by Portland and Boise.
Where are people from Morro Bay moving to?
Number of People Moving to Morro Bay
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most
People are moving to Morro Bay from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,486 | ||
| 2 | 886 | ||
| 3 | 141 | ||
| 4 | 113 | ||
| 5 | 76 | ||
| 6 | 65 | ||
| 7 | 62 | ||
| 8 | 45 | ||
| 9 | 37 | ||
| 10 | 33 | ||
People are leaving Morro Bay for
| Outbound | Net outflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 29 | ||
| 2 | 18 | ||
| 3 | 13 | ||
| 4 | 12 | ||
| 5 | 8 | ||
| 6 | 8 | ||
| 7 | 7 | ||
| 8 | 7 | ||
| 9 | 7 | ||
| 10 | 7 | ||
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 Morro Bay, CA ?
There are numerous places to visit in Morro Bay, CA, that are sure to be a hit for anyone moving to the area. Morro Bay is home to many famous museums frequented by tourists and locals alike, including Morro Bay Skateboard Museum, Museum of Natural History, and Morro Bay Maritime Museum and Park. You can also find a rich arts and culture scene, ranging from performing arts venues like Morro Bay Golf Clubhouse Event Facility and local galleries like Gallery at Marina Square. The city is also known for its parks and green spaces like Morro Bay State Park, Del Mar Park, and Cloisters Community Park, to name a few. Tognazzini's Dockside Restaurant, Taco Temple, and The Galley Seafood Grill & Bar are some of the many restaurants to check out while in Morro Bay.
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What's the best way to get around Morro Bay, CA ?
Morro 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
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There is 1 car rental location. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There is 1 bike rental location.
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