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    3780 S Gillis Canyon, Shandon, CA 93461

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    160-acre ranch featuring arable land, grazing pastures, and scenic views.

    Type:Land
    Lot size:
    160.00 Acres
    Added:
    Nov 8, 2025
    Days on Market:
    205
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 19 at 9:16 pm

    Property Features for 3780 S Gillis Canyon

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    160.00 Acres
    Property subtype
    Land

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    Carolynne Potts
    Carolynne Potts

    Listing agent Carolynne Potts License #CA 00870449

    Listing office Country Real Estate

    Listing date Nov 8, 2025

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    HighLights

    • 160‑acre ranch featuring approximately 135 acres of arable land, ideal for dry‑farming and grazing.
    • Enjoy panoramic views from the elevated ridgeline.
    • Domestic well and PG&E power are already installed at the homesite.
    • Mostly fenced property offering security.
    • Traditional windmill and natural spring providing a gravity‑fed water system for livestock.
    • Conveniently located approximately 15 minutes from the town of Shandon.

    Overview

    This 160-acre ranch is situated in the rolling hills of Shandon. The land includes approximately 135 acres of arable ground, historically used for dry-farming and cattle grazing, with gently rolling topography that incorporates usable acreage, open pastures, and natural draws. Mature trees provide shade at the homesite and within one of the draws. An elevated ridgeline offers panoramic views. The land is suited for agriculture, recreation, or a private rural retreat. The ranch is mostly fenced, with additional fencing around the homesite and a water storage tank. A traditional windmill is located near a natural spring. The water system gravity-feeds to a livestock trough below, with potential for additional troughs. The property includes a domestic well and PG&E power at the homesite area. Gradual slopes provide opportunities for continued dry-farming, grazing, or hunting. Surrounded by other large ranches, the property has views across the surrounding hills and down Gillis Canyon toward the Shandon Valley. The open character of the land offers natural privacy and multiple potential building sites. It is located approximately 15 minutes from the town of Shandon.
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    City
    Shandon
    County
    San Luis Obispo
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -120.2473171
    Latitude
    35.6243213

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Ranch - 160-acre ranch featuring arable land, grazing pastures, and scenic views.
    Where is this ranch located?
    The property is located at 3780 S Gillis Canyon Shandon, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $585,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 160‑acre ranch featuring approximately 135 acres of arable land, ideal for dry‑farming and grazing.; Enjoy panoramic views from the elevated ridgeline.; Domestic well and PG&E power are already installed at the homesite.
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    Real Estate License ID: CA 00870449
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    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
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