San Clemente Neighborhoods / Pier Bowl
Living in Pier Bowl, San Clemente
Walk to the pier, the beach trail, and the train, in the heart of the original "Spanish Village by the Sea."
Updated October 23, 2026 · Jacob Hazzard, Luxre Realty
~1,296 ft
Length of the pier
1928
Casa Romantica built
1925
Ole Hanson buys the land
Train
Stop at the pier
92672
ZIP code
Coastal
Trail along the sand
About Pier Bowl
The Pier Bowl wraps around the San Clemente Pier, just below downtown in the 92672 ZIP code. This is where the city began: founder Ole Hanson bought the land in 1925 and required Spanish Colonial design in every deed, which is why white stucco and red tile roofs still define the area. Hanson's own villa, Casa Romantica, was completed in 1928 on the bluff facing the pier.
Local tip: This is where I live. You can walk to downtown and the beach, and there's always a fun neighborhood event going on.
Why People Move to Pier Bowl
The pier at your door
A roughly 1,296-foot pier known for fishing, with a restaurant and a bait and tackle shop
Train at the pier
The San Clemente Pier station (615 Avenida Victoria) is a stop on the Pacific Surfliner
San Clemente Coastal Trail
The multi-use beach trail runs from North Beach to Calafia Beach for walking, running, and biking
Casa Romantica
Ole Hanson's 1928 villa on the bluff, now the city's cultural and historical center
Spanish Colonial roots
Hanson required Spanish Colonial design in every deed, the source of the white stucco and red tile look
Close to Avenida Del Mar
Downtown's main street, home to the San Clemente Fiesta each August
Types of Homes
Condos & attached homes
The three homes listed for sale on October 23, 2026 were in multi-unit complexes: Arenoso Bahia, Sunset Shores, and Villa Granada
Spanish Colonial character
The area dates to the city’s founding, when deeds required Spanish Colonial design
Pier Bowl Home Prices
Median list price
$1,800,000
3 active listings, Oct 23, 2026
Source: Ruby Home
Avg. list price per sq ft
$1,104
Active listings, Oct 23, 2026
Source: Ruby Home
Homes for sale
3
Oct 23, 2026
Source: Ruby Home
Listed prices, Oct 23, 2026 (Ruby Home)
Median $1,800,000
- On October 23, 2026, listed prices ran from $1,199,990 for a 2-bed, 1,282 sq ft home at Villa Granada to $2,500,000 for a 2-bed, 1,902 sq ft home at Sunset Shores (Ruby Home)
With only a few homes for sale at a time, list prices here can swing a lot from month to month.
Want a valuation for a specific Pier Bowl home?HOA & Taxes
- Condo and attached homes typically come with HOA dues; get the exact amount and what it covers for any specific home
- Check the property tax bill for any special assessments before you buy
Getting Around
- Pacific Surfliner trains stop at the San Clemente Pier station, 615 Avenida Victoria
- The San Clemente Coastal Trail connects the pier area with North Beach and Calafia Beach
Schools
The Pier Bowl is in Capistrano Unified School District. Always confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with the district.
Pier Bowl FAQ
What is the Pier Bowl in San Clemente?
The Pier Bowl is the neighborhood around the San Clemente Pier, just below downtown. It is walkable to the beach, the San Clemente Coastal Trail, Casa Romantica, and the pier train stop on the Pacific Surfliner.
How much do homes cost in the Pier Bowl?
As of October 23, 2026, Ruby Home reported 3 homes for sale with a median list price of $1,800,000, ranging from $1,199,990 to $2,500,000.
Can you take the train from the Pier Bowl?
Yes. The San Clemente Pier station at 615 Avenida Victoria is a stop on the Pacific Surfliner.
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Marblehead
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Sea Summit
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Shorecliffs
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Cyprus Shore & Cyprus Cove
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Broadmoor
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Misty Ridge
Custom 1980s homes on a quiet ridge with panoramic ocean views, minutes from downtown.
Sea Ridge Estates
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Sea Pointe Estates
A 24/7 guard-gated hillside community of custom homes with views to Catalina.
Southeast San Clemente
Hillside homes east of the 5 around the municipal golf course, close to the beaches near Trestles.
Jacob Hazzard is as good as it gets! He found the exact type of niche property we were looking for
Thinking About Pier Bowl?
I grew up in San Clemente and am happy to walk you through any home or street in Pier Bowl, no pressure.
Jacob Hazzard, REALTOR® | CA DRE# 02222037 | Luxre Realty