Half Moon Bay, California

El Granada

Active coastal community

Moderate - near harbor
Walkability

About El Granada

El Granada is a coastal community north of downtown Half Moon Bay with diverse housing, harbor access, and active community feel.

Home Styles in El Granada

Ranch
Contemporary
Cottages
Newer Construction

Schools Serving El Granada

Elementary Schools

  • El Granada Elementary

High Schools

  • Half Moon Bay High School

Lifestyle & Amenities

Parks & Recreation

  • Pillar Point Harbor
  • Surfer Beach

What El Granada is Known For

  • -Harbor access
  • -Surfing
  • -Active community
  • -Diverse housing

El Granada FAQs

What makes El Granada special?

As Half Moon Bay specialists, El Granada offers proximity to Pillar Point Harbor for boating and fishing, plus easy access to Surfer Beach and Mavericks—ideal for ocean enthusiasts.

What are home prices in El Granada?

From our experience, El Granada homes typically range from $1.2M to $2M, offering more affordable coastal living than downtown Half Moon Bay.

What water activities are nearby?

Pillar Point Harbor offers boat launching, fishing charters, and kayaking. Surfer Beach is popular for surfing, and legendary Mavericks is nearby for watching big wave surfing.

What schools serve El Granada?

El Granada is served by El Granada Elementary and Half Moon Bay High School. Contact Cabrillo Unified School District to verify boundaries.

Is El Granada more affordable than downtown HMB?

From our experience, El Granada offers better value than downtown Half Moon Bay while still providing excellent coastal lifestyle and harbor access.

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