Homes Under 1,500 Sq Ft For Sale in Sunset Beach

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Sunset Beach's under-1500 sq ft homes are compact beach cottages in a small, low-key coastal community north of Huntington Beach, offering buyers a quieter alternative to Surf City with immediate beach access. I track this inventory as part of my weekly Orange County Housing Report. For current median prices, active inventory, and recent sold data, see the live Sunset Beach market report. Call or text any time: 949-430-7500

What to Know About Compact Homes in Sunset Beach

Homes under 1,500 square feet in Sunset Beach represent the entry tier of the local market. For many buyers this size range offers the right combination of manageable carrying costs, lower maintenance requirements, and access to the community's core lifestyle advantages without the premium that larger floor plans command.

Key considerations when evaluating compact homes in Sunset Beach include lot size and outdoor space (which can compensate meaningfully for interior square footage), HOA structure and fees where applicable, and the condition and layout efficiency of the floor plan. A well-designed 1,200 square foot home with an open floor plan and a functional outdoor space often lives better than a poorly configured larger home. For current pricing on this size tier in Sunset Beach, see the live market report linked above, updated every 5 minutes from the MLS.

Open Houses in Sunset Beach

Touring open houses is one of the most effective ways to understand how compact floor plans live in person before committing to a showing schedule. See the current weekend open house schedule for Sunset Beach.

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Sunset Beach Homes Under 1,500 Sq. Ft. for Sale

$1,625,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26125311 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to coastal Sunset Beach living, just steps from the sand, on charming Sunset Island. This beautifully renovated two-story beach cottage blends comfort, character, and location in one of the area’s most beloved seaside communities. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an upstairs loft/den, and a private balcony off the primary bedroom, this home offers the perfect mix of indoor-outdoor coastal living. The upgraded kitchen features stone countertops, a copper sink, stainless steel Thermador appliances and a cozy breakfast nook overlooking the inviting backyard. A private backyard is a rare feature for a home on sunset island! Additional upgrades include a tankless water heater, fresh interior and exterior paint, renovated bathrooms and an outdoor shower - perfect after a day at the beach. Enjoy a peek-a-boo view of Huntington Harbour from the second floor sun deck and take advantage of the unbeatable location just moments from local restaurants, paddle boarding, kayaking, Duffy boat rentals, the greenbelt walking path, and the sand and surf of Sunset Beach. With no HOA and close proximity to both Huntington Harbour and the coast, this home is a rare opportunity to enjoy the relaxed Sunset Beach lifestyle.

16742 Bayview, Sunset Beach
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