$3,426,000
SOLD JUL 7, 2025

1252 Surf Ave Pacific Grove, CA 93950

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,991 Sq Ft
7,227 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,721 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Robert Down Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2025

Nestled in the highly sought-after Beach Tract neighborhood of Pacific Grove, this exceptional coastal home designed by Claudio Ortiz offers timeless charm, refined elegance, and captivating water views. Featuring three spacious bedrooms, an office, two and a half bathrooms, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. A grand staircase with custom wrought iron railings leads to the expansive primary ensuite, a serene retreat complete with a walk-in closet, dual sink vanity, and French doors opening to a private deck. Expansive windows provide water views and natural light, creating a peaceful setting to start or end the day. The main level welcomes you with a striking two-story entry, a beautifully appointed kitchen with extensive cabinetry, and additional bedrooms and baths. Multiple French doors open onto a generous deck that overlooks the meticulously landscaped backyard, offering indoor-outdoor living ideal for entertaining or quiet relaxation. Charming curb appeal completes the picture with a covered front porch, manicured landscaping, custom stone walkways, and a beautifully designed driveway. Just steps from the ocean, scenic coastal trails, and downtown Pacific Grove, this is a rare opportunity to own a signature home in one of the Peninsula's most coveted locations.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Debby Beck

Compass License #01747647 Listed on: 06/10/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Amber Russell

Over the Moon Realty, Inc License #01795810

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,752

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 7,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Bay

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,991 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Den
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fire Sprinkler System
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 006-011-015-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,752

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 72
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1991
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1991
  • Stories: 2
  • Security: Fire System - Sprinkler
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Office Area
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, Ocean, Water
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Deck, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Fencing: Fenced

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Pacific Grove Unified

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 006-011-015-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.1659
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 7227.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 7227.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pacific Grove Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 10, 2025
Closed on
Jun 30, 2025
Sold by
Curry Ronald D and Curry Theresa C
Bought by
Clark Revocable Trust and Clark
Seller's Agent
Debby Beck
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Amber Russell
Over the Moon Realty, Inc
List Price
$3,349,000
Sold Price
$3,426,000
Premium/Discount to List
$77,000
2.3%
Views
46

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-95.78%
Original Mortgage
$1,884,300
Outstanding Balance
$1,882,712
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$316,504

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2000
Sold by
Resignola I Elayne and Gonsalves Barbara J
Bought by
Curry Ronald D and Curry Theresa C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Interest Rate
7.62%
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 $3,426,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $698,500 Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,884,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $350,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $165,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $375,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $200,000 Construction
Previous Owner $727,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $600,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $550,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $580,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $530,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $480,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $400,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $330,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Sold $3,426,000 +2.3% $1,721 / Sq Ft
06/15/2025 06/15/25 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2025 06/10/25 For Sale $3,349,000 -- $1,682 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $11,752 $1,130,302 $912,301 $218,001
2024 $11,752 $1,108,140 $894,413 $213,727
2023 $11,924 $1,086,413 $876,876 $209,537
2022 $11,682 $1,065,112 $859,683 $205,429
2021 $11,621 $1,044,228 $842,827 $201,401
2020 $11,387 $1,033,521 $834,185 $199,336
2019 $11,024 $1,013,257 $817,829 $195,428
2018 $10,803 $993,391 $801,794 $191,597
2017 $10,627 $973,914 $786,073 $187,841
2016 $10,651 $954,818 $770,660 $184,158
2015 $10,478 $940,476 $759,084 $181,392
2014 $10,258 $922,054 $744,215 $177,839
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82010512

MLSListings

APN: 006-011-015-000