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Sea Ranch, CA

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Population
1,287
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
117 ft
Median Home Value
$1,371,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$139,375
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Sea Ranch

Sea Ranch is a quiet coastal community on the rugged Sonoma County coastline, about three hours north of San Francisco. Home to roughly 1,200 year-round residents, the neighborhood spans ten miles of open meadows, cypress trees, and ocean bluffs. It is best known for its distinctive timber homes, which were planned in the 1960s to blend seamlessly into the wild seaside landscape.

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Daily life here revolves around nature, with miles of walking trails connecting directly to beaches, rocky coves, and tide pools. The area is purely residential, so locals head a few minutes north to neighboring Gualala for groceries, dining, and everyday errands. It offers a calm, easygoing pace that appeals to remote workers, retirees, and anyone looking for a quiet coastal escape.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+98.6rating

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