$3,710,000
SOLD JAN 31, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,557 Sq Ft
5,079 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$2,383 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

109 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Carmel River Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 1-minute walk to Carmelita Park

About This Home

As of January 2025

Enjoy the perfect blend of modern comfort and coastal charm at "Gem-by-the-Sea" with truly unparalleled proximity to downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea from this immaculately updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath home built in 2014 by Chris Tescher. Located one block from downtown and a few short blocks down the hill to Carmel Beach, this light and bright cottage exudes laid-back luxury. Walk through the landscaped front yard and be greeted by a formal entry with the dedicated dining area to the left, the kitchen to the right, and the living room with gas fireplace, two guest bedrooms, shared bathroom, laundry room, and hardwood flooring throughout. The living room, as well as one guest bedroom, exits to a private deck with a built-in BBQ and food prep area, gas fireplace, and spa. The spacious primary bedroom is upstairs and features a sleek en-suite bath with separate soaking tub and shower, dual sinks, and walk-in closet. The primary also offers a balcony deck with views of the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy the quintessential Carmel-by-the-Sea lifestyle from this immaculate blend of luxury, convenience, and walkability that offers an ideal balance of refined elegance and easy access to the charming shops, gourmet restaurants, and scenic beauty that define this enchanting coastal town.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

James Pfeiffer

San Carlos Agency, Inc. License #70010169 Listed on: 09/13/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Bambace Peterson

Compass License #70010145

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • 5,079 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Skyline

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,557 Sq Ft Home
  • Entertainment System
  • Wired For Sound
  • High Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Sinks
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Oversized Bathtub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Home Security

  • Monitored
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Thermostat
  • 220 Volts
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 010-211-028-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Cottage
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1557
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1557
  • Security: Fire Alarm, Fire System - Sprinkler, Security Alarm, Video / Audio System
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Granite, Primary - Oversized Tub, Skylight, Stall Shower - 2+, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Crawl Space
  • Roof: Wood Shakes / Shingles
  • View: Ocean
  • Yard/Grounds: Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Low Maintenance
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window / Wall Unit
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public, Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Skylight, Video / Audio System, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • High School: 497

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Gently Sloped
  • Parcel Number: 010-211-028-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.1166
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5080.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5080.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Toilet, Skylight, Thermostat Controller

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Carmel Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Carmel River Elementary
  • High School Text: Carmel High
  • Middle School Text: Carmel Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 13, 2024
Closed on
Jan 28, 2025
Sold by
Alfred G Montna And Gail E Montna Family and Montna Alfred G
Bought by
975 Riverside Drive Llc
Seller's Agent
James Pfeiffer
San Carlos Agency, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Bambace Peterson
Compass
List Price
$4,200,000
Sold Price
$3,710,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$490,000
-11.67%
Views
414
Current Estimated Value
$3,511,456

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$198,544
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.74%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 2020
Sold by
Dotson Kyle B and Stallings Jill Ann
Bought by
Montna Alfred G and Montna Gail E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2016
Sold by
Dotson Kyle B and Stallings Jill Ann
Bought by
Dotson Kyle B and Stallings Jill Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2014
Sold by
Levett Dennis A and Dennis A Levett 2004 Revocable
Bought by
Dotson Kyle B and Stallings Jill Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,285,700
Interest Rate
2.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2013
Sold by
Pot D Or Llc
Bought by
Levett Dennis A and Dennis A Levett 2004 Revocable

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2012
Sold by
Pot Dor Llc
Bought by
Pot Dor Llc
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 $3,710,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $2,250,000 Chicago Title Salinas
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $1,978,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,285,700 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/31/2025 01/31/25 Sold $3,710,000 -7.1% $2,383 / Sq Ft
01/01/2025 01/01/25 Pending -- -- --
11/15/2024 11/15/24 Price Changed $3,995,000 -4.9% $2,566 / Sq Ft
09/13/2024 09/13/24 For Sale $4,200,000 -- $2,697 / 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 $25,985 $2,460,701 $1,640,468 $820,233
2024 $25,985 $2,412,452 $1,608,302 $804,150
2023 $25,855 $2,365,150 $1,576,767 $788,383
2022 $25,088 $2,318,775 $1,545,850 $772,925
2021 $24,721 $2,273,310 $1,515,540 $757,770
2020 $23,396 $2,173,697 $1,428,619 $745,078
2019 $22,939 $2,131,076 $1,400,607 $730,469
2018 $22,471 $2,089,292 $1,373,145 $716,147
2017 $21,957 $2,048,326 $1,346,221 $702,105
2016 $21,565 $2,008,164 $1,319,825 $688,339
2015 -- $1,978,000 $1,300,000 $678,000
2014 -- $760,000 $550,000 $210,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81980340

MLSListings

APN: 010-211-028-000