Avila Beach
Avila Beach
If the beach is foggy in Pismo, you may find the sun you are looking for at Avila Beach. A lush, oak-lined valley area leads to this local-favorite hot spot that proves to be a refuge for beach goers hoping to escape the more touristy beach areas. Avila exemplifies a California beach town from yesteryear with its quaint downtown area that beckons visitors and locals alike to stroll the Promenade along its many stores and restaurants. Locals know that Avila Beach has all that makes you feel like you are on vacation 24/7.
Climate
Avila Beach offers a unique microclimate with an abundance of sun year round. On average, there are 286 sunny days per year in Avila Beach. The summers are comfortable, arid, and clear. Winters are cool and partly cloudy. Over the course of the year, temperature varies from 43-74 degrees and is rarely below 35 or above 86.
Culture
There is always something exciting happening at Avila. The Friday night Farmer’s Market (April-September) is a big draw from surrounding cities. Annual events include The Avila Art Festival, Art on the Beach, Catch of the Central Coast, Central Coast Wine Classic, Concerts at the Cove, Blues Festival, Pops by the Sea, Tequila Festival, and the Mac and Cheese Fest.
Excitement abounds in Avila Beach. The Friday Night Farmer’s Market (Apr-Sept) draws a large attendance from surrounding communities. Popular annual events in this beach town include The Avila Art Festival, Art on the Beach, Catch of the Central Coast, The Central Coast Wine Classic, Concerts at the Cove, The Blues Festival, Pops by the Sea, The Tequila Festival, and The Mac and Cheese Fest. Whether your interest is in art, music, or food and wine, there’s always an event around the corner to look forward to!
Schools
The closest public school is an elementary school in nearby Shell Beach, housed in the Lucia Mar Unified School District. The school district boasts a top 15% ranking within the state. There is one private, charter school near Avila Beach. Cuesta Community College and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo University are within 10 miles and allow for an easy commute for students.
Students in Avila Beach are eligible for enrollment in nearby Lucia Mar Unified School District, and would attend Shell Beach Elementary School. Lucia Mar USD boasts a Top 15% ranking within the state. There is also an option of a private charter school near Avila Beach. Cuesta Community College and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo University are both less than 10 miles away, offering an easy commute for students.
Market
The median selling price in Avila Beach as of spring 2018 is $1.3M. Although it is the most expensive community to purchase within San Luis Obispo County, the oceanfront properties are still well below that of its Santa Cruz and Santa Barbara counterparts.
The median selling price in Avila Beach (as of Spring 2018) is $1.3M. While Avila Beach remains the most expensive community within San Luis Obispo county, oceanfront properties here are still priced well below those of neighboring Santa Barbara and Santa Cruz counties.
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Lifestyle
The long stretch of beach at Avila provides opportunities for both family leisure and adventure sports. This area is uniquely sheltered from the winds, so the calmer waters are perfectly suited for kayaking and paddleboarding. Dusk brings groups of people who enjoy bonfires at the firepits. Other options include exploring the Central Coast Aquarium, wine tasting, hiking, bike riding along the Bob Jones Trail, boating, fishing, golfing, soaking in the natural mineral springs hot tubs, and indulging in spa treatments. The dog beach is welcoming of your favorite four-legged pal, and Avila Barn is a great place to take the kids to visit farm animals, buy some ice cream, and browse local produce and gifts.
In Avila Beach, you can dine on the historic Old Port pier with stunning, front-row-seat views of the water and abundant sea life. Those who stop and watch the water are often rewarded with an instant display of marine activity starring pelicans, otters, and sea lions. The downtown area provides a variety of dining choices easily accessible by a stroll through the main square.