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Artists keep the neighborhood alive
Perched at the northern tip of California's Big Sur coast sits the community of Carmel Highlands. Seclusion and natural beauty are the main draws of this upscale, artsy area. Lush canyons and waves crashing against white rocks serve as the backdrop for this neighborhood, with homes in the area offering incredible views from above the ocean. Many residents enjoy strolls that overlook picturesque hillsides, the sea breeze caressing their faces. Skinny pine trees shoot up to the sky from the canyon floor, mature oaks are draped with old man's beard and homes are decorated with elaborate gardens. In the springtime, Carmel Highlands is flush with wildflowers dotting the sides of the area's roads. A modern-day bohemian lifestyle is available to the residents who can afford to settle in this secluded California alcove.
Modern estates and Mediterranean villas
Modern estates, classic Mediterranean villas and gated mansions are etched into the region's cliffs, providing privacy, seclusion and panoramic ocean views. Regally tucked above the rugged cliffs of Carmel Highland, these sanctuaries come with breathtaking coastal views provided by vaulted glass walls. Living amid nature is one of the main things attracting people to the area, and the community's price tag reflects its allure, with home prices ranging from $1.2 million to $6.3 million.
Modern estates have floor-to-ceiling windows in Carmel Highlands, California
A Carmel Highlands mansion encased by lush greenery.
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Carmel High School is nestled in Carmel Highlands hills.
An award-winning film club at Carmel High School
Children in the area attend Carmel River Elementary School, which has an overall Niche grade of A and has been ranked the third-best public elementary school in Monterey County. Next, kids attend Carmel Middle School, which has an overall Niche grade of A and was ranked the best public middle school in Monterey County. Teenagers attend Carmel High School, which has an overall Niche grade of A and was ranked the best public high school in Monterey County. The school offers many extracurricular activities for students, including a championship robotics competition, several sports teams, numerous art programs and an award-winning film club.
An underwater canyon and hiking trails by the beach
Coastlines stretch along the neighborhood's western edge, with several beaches to explore. Monastery Beach sits at the northern end of Carmel Highlands and is named after the Carmelite Monastery Mission. While the pretty, sandy beach is a great place to lay out and get a tan, it's not a place to swim in the ocean. Due to the cove's shape, there's a severe undertow and rip current that makes the sea incredibly deadly to swim in, giving the beach the unfortunate nickname of "Mortuary Beach" and a reputation as the most dangerous beach in California. That being said, there are ways to enjoy the beach at a safe distance from the waves. At the beach's north end, a trail wraps around the bay to Carmel Meadows Beach and Carmel River State Beach, serving as a scenic hike. Highly experienced scuba divers also enjoy Monastery Beach when the conditions are amenable, and they may come across fantastic rock formations, strands of kelp, a myriad of sea life and a 95-mile-long underwater canyon. Harbor seals, sea lions, kelp rockfish, calico bass, anemones and sunflower stars are just some of the sea life that divers have encountered in the water's depths. For exploration on land, locals head to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Locals take full advantage of living next to the park, exploring its various trails that pass through coves, beaches and forests.
Stay back from the water's edge at Monastery Beach in Carmel Highlands.
Bird Island Trail in Point Lobos State Natural Reserve in Carmel Highlands is a must-see.
Admire rock formations through the fog at Carmel Highlands Vista Point.
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The Carmel Highlands Services Station is the only business in town.
Retail options at The Crossroads Carmel and Barnyard Shopping Village
Residents of Carmel Highlands have quick access to The Crossroads Carmel and Barnyard Shopping Village for their shopping and dining needs. Here, they can grab groceries or stop by any of the area's eateries. When locals need to fuel up their luxury cars—and their stomachs— they go to Carmel Highlands Services Station, a gas station and market serving espresso drinks, pastries, snacks, and lunch foods.
Spot whales along Cabrillo Highway
Cabrillo Highway, also known as Highway One, runs through Carmel Highlands. The highway is a designated American National Scenic Byway, and driving along the road, commuters may see soaring California Condors, migrating whales and elephant seals along the coast. On a more practical note, access to the highway makes commutes to Carmel-By-The-Sea and other nearby towns quick and simple.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Carmel Highlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Carmel Highlands, Carmel sell after 90 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Carmel Highlands, Carmel over the last 12 months is $2,900,000, down 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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
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
Set along one of California's most breathtaking coastlines, this oceanfront residence is a masterful blend of site-sensitive architecture, sustainable design, and sweeping Pacific views. Completely reimagined in 2007 by Tobin Dougherty Architects, the 3-bedroom plus den, 4-bath home draws the ocean into nearly every room through expansive windows and open, light-filled living spaces. Exquisite
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
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.
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
Situated in an ancient Cypress forest and perched on the granite coastal cliffs of the Central Coast, Seacliff is a once-in-a-lifetime aggregation of five contiguous lots on famed Spindrift Road in the Carmel Highlands. Stretching over ~5.35 acres with almost 1,000 feet of private oceanfront coastline, this completely unique compound offers a variety of rare and rugged ocean vistas and private
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
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
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.
New co-ownership share available at Hillside! Stunning unobstructed whitewater Point Lobos views from three levels. Prime Carmel Highlands location. Close to picturesque Carmel-by-the-Sea, beautiful beaches, and the Big Sur coast. Fully furnished. Professionally managed. Exceptionally rare. Perched above the Pacific in the iconic Carmel Highlands, Hillside is a true showpiecewhere architecture,
Extraordinary ocean-view retreat in the highly sought-after Carmel Highlands just minutes from Carmel and the beginning of the iconic Big Sur coastline. This single-level 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers unobstructed ocean views from nearly every room, the soothing sound of crashing waves, vaulted beamed ceilings, skylights, rich wood flooring, and three fireplaces throughout. The updated chefs
Experience coastal living at its finest in this incredibly unique property, where ocean views stretch endlessly from nearly every room. Vaulted ceilings and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows flood the home with natural light and showcase the breathtaking scenery.The living room features a striking rock fireplace with gas starter and tiled flooring. The updated kitchen offers green-tone
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