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Carmel Highlands Homes for Sale

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  • /39

    $4,700,000

    Open Sat 1PM - 3PM
    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 3,481 Sq Ft

    23 Mentone Rd, Carmel, CA 93923

    Sited above the Pacific Ocean in the coveted Carmel Highlands, this European inspired coastal retreat offers breathtaking ocean vistas, exceptional privacy, and timeless elegance. Located within the exclusive Carmel Riviera enclave, the residence captures sweeping views from nearly every room and embraces indoor-outdoor living. A distinctive turret entry leads to a grand great room with soaring

    Jeannie Fromm Sotheby’s International Realty

    23 Mentone Rd, Carmel, CA 93923
  • /91

    $5,880,000

    Open Sun 12PM - 3PM
    • 4 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 2,785 Sq Ft

    227 Lower Walden Rd, Carmel, CA 93923

    Perched in the Carmel Highlands between Carmel and Big Sur, this striking contemporary compound is a modern collectors dream. The property includes a 2,360-square-foot main residence with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, a detached 425-square-foot studio guest house with its own kitchen and bath, and a 760-square-foot detached 2-car garage designed to showcase a prized car collection. Soaring wood-beam

    Bri Steel Bixby Realty

    227 Lower Walden Rd, Carmel, CA 93923
  • /60

    $6,750,000

    $200K PRICE DROP
    • 4 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 6,502 Sq Ft

    228 Lower Walden Rd, Carmel, CA 93923

    Offered for the first time in nearly 50 years, this extraordinary ocean view Carmel Highlands estate is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for coastal privacy and luxury convenience. Perched above the pristine Spindrift coast, it boasts sweeping, unobstructed whitewater views of Point Lobos and Yankee Point, and the orientation of the house enables views of the sun dropping into the ocean each

    Tim Allen Coldwell Banker Realty

    228 Lower Walden Rd, Carmel, CA 93923
  • /37

    $3,495,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,999 Sq Ft

    88A Corona Rd, Carmel, CA 93923

    Glass, stone, wood, ocean, and sky. Some homes are built, this one was composed. This extraordinary contemporary residence in Carmel Highlands is unlike anything on the market. Coming to market for the first time in over 50 years, this is a once in a generation opportunity to own something truly irreplaceable. Soaring 18-foot walls of glass flood the great room with natural light and frame an

    Pete Ruiz Keller Williams Realty

    88A Corona Rd, Carmel, CA 93923
  • /53

    $12,500,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 5.5 Baths
    • 4,580 Sq Ft

    53 Riley Ranch Rd Unit 53A-53B-53C, Carmel, CA 93923

    Spanning 8.5 idyllic acres overlooking Point Lobos and Monastery Beach, Sea Star Ranch is a fully equipped equine property, thoughtfully designed with a round pen, paddocks, and a 10-stall barn complete with its own kitchen. Imbued with awe-inspiring natural energy, it offers a legacy of care alongside the flexibility to suit a wide range of equestrian pursuits. The setting ensures exceptional

    Jonathan Spencer Compass

    53 Riley Ranch Rd Unit 53A-53B-53C, Carmel, CA 93923
  • /33

    $8,500,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 6 Baths
    • 6,923 Sq Ft

    31475 Highway 1, Carmel, CA 93923

    Highway 1 - Some coastline you buy this you inherit. Named for the 1860s Azorean whaler whose family settled this ridge, Victorine Ranch is a gated enclave of just five homes on 460 acres of Carmel Highlands coast. Showcasing 100 protected acres of open space California state coastal conservancy. Whitewater Pacific to the west, the Santa Lucia range to the east, and a coastal cypress grove

    Truszkowski Freedman Engel & Völkers Carmel

    31475 Highway 1, Carmel, CA 93923
  • /12

    $2,200,000

    • Land
    • 22,215 Sq Ft
    • $4,313,725 per Acre

    195 Spindrift Rd, Carmel Highlands, CA 93923

    This half-acre property has a well and approvals for a 3600 sf main house on the upper pad and a garden guesthouse/home office or ADU with its own garage accessed from the private drive below. The property enjoys a private access to Yankee Point Beach, a two-minute walk from the lower edge of the property. It also fronts on a scenic easement across Spindrift Road, affording unexpected privacy.

    Emmett Dalton Dalton Real Estate

    195 Spindrift Rd, Carmel Highlands, CA 93923
  • /66

    $13,750,000

    $3M PRICE DROP
    • 9 Beds
    • 12 Baths
    • 12,175 Sq Ft

    72 Fern Canyon Rd, Carmel, CA 93923

    Breathtaking views of the coastline stretching from Point Lobos to sunsets across the Pacific Ocean, this private 14-acre estate in Carmel Highlands has long served as a source of inspiration for Grammy-Award winning composer Alan Silvestri, whose work includes iconic scores for Back to the Future, Forrest Gump & The Avengers. The beautifully reimagined Craftsman-style main residence is

    Shelly Lynch Carmel Realty Company

    72 Fern Canyon Rd, Carmel, CA 93923
  • /18

    $1,000,000

    • Land
    • 15,681 Sq Ft
    • $2,777,778 per Acre

    227 Spindrift Rd, Carmel, CA 93923

    A rare ocean-view lot in the Carmel Highlands on coveted Spindrift Road! This 0.36-acre surveyed and staked parcel offers an opportunity to create a coastal retreat on a gently sloped site, suitable for a thoughtfully designed residence with ocean views and sunsets, subject to approvals. Mature and newly planted trees provide privacy and natural screening from Highway 1. Both neighboring homes

    Jeff Langham Monterey Coast Realty

    227 Spindrift Rd, Carmel, CA 93923
  • /28

    $19,675,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,450 Sq Ft

    163 Spindrift Rd, Carmel, CA 93923

    Very rarely does something truly magical come to market. Even rarer is a home where architecture and landscape feel destined for one another. At 163.5 Spindrift Road, architect Larry Pearson's signature "Rustic Elegance" creates an extraordinary retreat, blending rugged natural materials with refined craftsmanship. This bespoke 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence showcases soaring fireplaces built from

    Tim Allen Coldwell Banker Realty

    163 Spindrift Rd, Carmel, CA 93923
  • /35

    $3,399,000

    Open Sat 12PM - 2PM $300K PRICE DROP
    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 4,260 Sq Ft

    142 Carmel Riviera Dr, Carmel, CA 93923

    Yankee Point remains one of the most tightly held coastal enclaves on the Monterey Peninsula defined by something nearly impossible to replicate today flat, walkable access to the Pacific, and a handful of homes that live with the ocean rather than above it. Set on nearly half an acre, 142 Carmel Riviera Drive offers over 4,200 square feet with 4 bedrooms, an office, and 3.5 bathrooms within a

    Truszkowski Freedman Engel & Völkers Carmel

    142 Carmel Riviera Dr, Carmel, CA 93923
  • /88

    $2,345,000

    $405K PRICE DROP
    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,514 Sq Ft

    73 Mount Devon Rd, Carmel, CA 93923

    This extraordinary Carmel Highlands is a rare offering steeped in history, artistry and timeless coastal beauty. Designed to live flexibly, the home can be enjoyed as two or three separate units or one expansive family retreat. Originally built as a 915 sq ft cabin, the home was thoughtfully expanded in 1975 with a striking architectural addition designed by Peter Lee and crafted by master

    Ernie Sexton Sexton Group Real Estate

    73 Mount Devon Rd, Carmel, CA 93923
  • /58

    $13,500,000

    $1M PRICE DROP
    • 5 Beds
    • 6 Baths
    • 8,855 Sq Ft

    31453 Highway 1, Carmel, CA 93923

    Set between the dramatic Carmel coastline and the Santa Lucia Mountains lies a private retreat in perfect balance with land and sea. Stone steps lead to this five-bedroom, six-bathroom contemporary coastal chalet, where a tiled foyer and vaulted, beamed ceilings create an immediate sense of grandeur. At its heart, a living room with a stone fireplace and soaring ceilings is bathed in light from

    Jonathan Spencer Compass

    31453 Highway 1, Carmel, CA 93923
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    $1,499,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,312 Sq Ft

    123 Fern Canyon Rd, Carmel, CA 93923

    There are homes that simply occupy the landscape, and there are homes that become part of it. Hidden among the towering pines of the Carmel Highlands, this remarkable 1927 stone cottage is one of those rare properties that feels as though it has always belonged. Handcrafted stone walls, rich wood paneling, soaring open-beam ceilings, and abundant skylights create a home that is both timeless and

    Robert Slawinski eXp Realty of California Inc

    123 Fern Canyon Rd, Carmel, CA 93923
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    $2,450,000

    $350K PRICE DROP
    • Land
    • 1 Acre
    • $2,450,000 per Acre

    0000 Spindrift Rd, Carmel Highlands, CA 93923

    Take in the views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding woods from this very private lot on Spindrift Road. The seller has prepared a well, septic plan and 6,300+ SF house plan to help you get started, or, do your own thing. Live on the Ocean side of Hwy 1 surrounded by Monterey Pines and Cypress forests. Only minutes from Carmel and all the amenities of Carmel Valley.

    Marc Frelier MRF Lands

    0000 Spindrift Rd, Carmel Highlands, CA 93923
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    $1,000,000

    • Land
    • 36,154 Sq Ft
    • $1,204,819 per Acre

    18 Yankee Point Dr, Carmel, CA 93923

    A rare opportunity to build on the ocean side of Yankee Point in the Carmel Riviera, five minutes south of Carmel-by-the-Sea. This 0.834-acre (36,329 SqFt) residential lot offers Pacific Ocean views, electricity at the street, and frontage on a quiet paved lane - a prime canvas for architects, builders, and buyers ready to create a coastal retreat near Point Lobos and Big Sur. The adjoining

    Jeff Langham Monterey Coast Realty

    18 Yankee Point Dr, Carmel, CA 93923

Why Live in Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands, located at the northern tip of California's Big Sur coast, is known for its seclusion and natural beauty. The neighborhood features lush canyons, white rock coastlines, and homes with panoramic ocean views. Residents enjoy scenic strolls with sea breezes and views of picturesque hillsides. The area is characterized by skinny pine trees, mature oaks, and elaborate gardens, with wildflowers blooming in the spring. Housing options include modern estates, Mediterranean villas, and gated mansions, all providing privacy and stunning coastal views. Children attend highly rated schools: Carmel River Elementary, Carmel Middle School, and Carmel High School, which offer a range of extracurricular activities. Monastery Beach, while beautiful, is known for its dangerous undertow, but nearby Carmel Meadows Beach and Carmel River State Beach offer safer options. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve provides trails through coves, beaches, and forests for outdoor exploration. For shopping and dining, residents frequent The Crossroads Carmel and Barnyard Shopping Village. The Carmel Highlands Services Station offers fuel and a market with espresso drinks and snacks. Cabrillo Highway runs through the neighborhood, offering scenic drives and easy commutes to nearby towns. The crime rate in Carmel Highlands is lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal as a tranquil and secure place to live.

Carmel Highlands Home Prices vs. Nearby Carmel, CA Neighborhoods

Carmel Highlands Carmel-By-The-Sea Pebble Beach
Median Home Price
$4,547,500
$3,695,000
$3,574,500
Median Sale Price
$2,857,500
-2% YoY
$3,622,500
+3% YoY
$2,910,000
+9% YoY
Median Single Family Price
$3,747,500
$3,595,000
$3,051,000
Median Townhouse Price
$13,500,000
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$9,495,000
Median Condo Price
--
$1,600,000
$1,224,500
Total Active Listings
12 listings
9 listings
42 listings
Market Conditions
10 Months of Supply
Buyer's Market
2 Months of Supply
Seller's Market
6 Months of Supply
Balanced Market

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carmel Highlands a good place to live?
Carmel Highlands is a good place to live. Carmel Highlands is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Carmel Highlands is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Carmel Highlands has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.0 people per acre and a median age of 66. The average household income is $158,919 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 48.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Carmel Highlands are home owners, with 24% of residents renting and 76% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Carmel Highlands can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Carmel Highlands neighborhood guide.
Is Carmel Highlands, CA a safe neighborhood?
Carmel Highlands, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Carmel Highlands?
The median home price in Carmel Highlands is $4,547,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $909,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $22,540 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $966K a year to afford the median home price in Carmel Highlands. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Carmel Highlands is $159K.
What are the best public schools in Carmel Highlands?
The best public schools that serve Carmel Highlands are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Carmel Highlands, Carmel, CA?
The most popular zip codes in Carmel Highlands, Carmel, CA include 93923, 93921, 93953, 93940 and 93950.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Carmel Highlands, Carmel, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Carmel Highlands, Carmel, CA are Carmel Point and Hatton Fields, Carmel Woods, High Meadow, Fisherman's Flats/Josselyn Canyon and Monterey Vista.
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