About 496 6th Street
Historic coastal character meets expansive space at 496 6th Street in Montara. Set between Pacifica and Half Moon Bay, the former Montara Grammar School is near Montara State Beach, Gray Whale Cove, Montara Mountain trails and Point Montara Lighthouse. The property offers 10,426 sq ft of total building area on 29,982 sq ft of land, with 8 bathrooms and 3 kitchens. Highlights include a large auditorium with an elevated stage, adjacent patio and gardens, dance studio space, offices and a catering warming kitchen. Upstairs, former classrooms include a foyer, bedrooms and an open family/dining area with a fireplace. Four parcels serve as a gated parking lot accommodating 20+ cars. Previously used as a residence and dance school, prior listings described a use permit allowing weddings and community events. Reported zoning is R10006; planning designation is R-1/S-17/DR/CD, with Single-Family Residential, S-17, Design Review and Coastal Development requirements. Buyers should verify zoning, existing permit conditions and proposed uses with San Mateo County. Explore the possibilities of this distinctive coastal property.
Features of 496 6th Street
| MLS® # | ML82061289 |
|---|---|
| Price | $2,388,000 |
| Bedrooms | 9 |
| Bathrooms | 8.00 |
| Full Baths | 8 |
| Square Footage | 10,426 |
| Acres | 0.69 |
| Year Built | 1916 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 496 6th Street |
|---|---|
| Area | 699 - Not Defined |
| City | Montara |
| County | San Mateo |
| Zip Code | 94037 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 20 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Guest |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Guest |
| View | Neighborhood, Ocean |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior | Tile, Wood |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Atrium, Attic, Utility Room, Workshop |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | None |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Living Room, Wood Burning |
| # of Stories | 2 |
Exterior
| Windows | Skylight(s) |
|---|---|
| Roof | Bituthene |
School Information
| District | Other |
|---|
Additional Information
| Date Listed | September 15th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 25 |
| Zoning | R-1/S-17/DR/CD |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Stanley Lo |
|---|---|
| Office | Green Banker Realty |