$2,739,285
SOLD JUL 7, 2025

1037 Shell Ave Pacific Grove, CA 93950

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,050 Sq Ft
5,010 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,336 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Central Heating
  • Carpet
  • Robert Down Elementary School Rated A
  • 2 Car Garage
  • 1-minute walk to Esplanade Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to coastal elegance in the heart of Pacific Grove! Just one block from the ocean, this 3BD/3BA home offers ocean views, timeless charm, and an unbeatable location near the golf course, Lovers Point, and downtown. The spacious upstairs primary suite features vaulted ceilings, panoramic views, a walk-in closet, soaking tub, and separate shower. A second en-suite bedroom is on the main level, along with a third bedroom and full hall bath. Natural light fills the home through skylights and vaulted ceilings. The spacious kitchen includes ample cabinetry and a breakfast bar, opening to dual living areas with access to a serene backyard and private deck area. A welcoming front porch, stone-accented exterior, and lush landscaping add to the curb appeal. This is classic Pacific Grove living—refined, relaxed, and steps from the sea.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Cardenas

RE/MAX Success License #01992150 Listed on: 06/18/2025

RE/MAX Success

Last Buyer's Agent

Non-Member Non-Member

Non-Member Office License #99999999

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,846

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 5,010 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,050 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Carpet
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 006026018000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,846

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size: Recatangular
  • Directions: From Hwy 68, head into Pacific Grove. Turn onto Lighthouse Ave, then turn onto Shell Ave. Home will be on the right side.
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Construction Brick: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Private Spa: No
  • Appliances: Disposal
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Brick, Stucco
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction:Stucco: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Information:Garage: Yes
  • General Information:_pound_ of Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Central: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5010.0
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel #: 006026018000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2025
Closed on
Jun 26, 2025
Sold by
Sara M Hamilton Trust and Hamilton Sara M
Bought by
Dyson Family Trust and Dyson
Seller's Agent
Susan Cardenas
RE/MAX Success
Buyer's Agent
Non-Member Non-Member
Non-Member Office
List Price
$2,590,000
Sold Price
$2,739,285
Premium/Discount to List
$149,285
5.76%
Views
24

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-47.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 22, 2010
Sold by
Rhodenbaugh Jeffrey
Bought by
Hamilton Sara M and Sara M Hamilton Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2005
Sold by
Rhodenbaugh John E and Rhodenbaugh Rosemary
Bought by
Rhodenbaugh John E and Rhodenbaugh Rosemary

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 2004
Sold by
Rhodenbaugh Jeffrey
Bought by
Rhodenbaugh Jeffrey and Jeffrey Rhodenbaugh Special Asset Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2003
Sold by
Rhodenbaugh Sharon
Bought by
Rhodenbaugh Jeffrey

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2000
Sold by
Garcia Milton M and Garcia Shirley J
Bought by
Rhodenbaugh John E and Rhodenbaugh Rosemary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$524,925
Interest Rate
6.25%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,739,500 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $1,100,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title
Grant Deed $700,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $700,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $524,925 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Sold $2,739,285 +5.8% $1,336 / Sq Ft
06/20/2025 06/20/25 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2025 06/18/25 For Sale $2,590,000 -- $1,263 / Sq Ft
Source: Tulare County MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $14,846 $1,419,896 $1,032,655 $387,241
2024 $14,846 $1,392,056 $1,012,407 $379,649
2023 $15,067 $1,364,761 $992,556 $372,205
2022 $14,762 $1,338,002 $973,095 $364,907
2021 $14,687 $1,311,767 $954,015 $357,752
2020 $14,393 $1,298,317 $944,233 $354,084
2019 $13,935 $1,272,861 $925,719 $347,142
2018 $13,657 $1,247,904 $907,568 $340,336
2017 $13,436 $1,223,436 $889,773 $333,663
2016 $13,469 $1,199,448 $872,327 $327,121
2015 $13,252 $1,181,432 $859,224 $322,208
2014 $12,976 $1,158,290 $842,393 $315,897
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Tulare County MLS

MLS Number: 235875

Tulare County MLS

APN: 006-026-018-000