$5,999,000

229 Lower Walden Rd Unit A Carmel, CA 93923

Carmel Highlands Neighborhood

Estimated payment $34,302/month

Total Views 36,120
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,712 Sq Ft
$1,273 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Solar Power System
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Carmel River Elementary School Rated A+
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Balcony

About This Home

Located in the elevated Carmel Highlands, Villa Fontana-the former estate of Academy Award winning actress Joan Fontaine-is perfectly perched on the hills above the Carmel coastline, boasting sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and the marine-rich details of Point Lobos. Set on a ~1 acre, Cypress studded lot, the home exudes all the elegance of old Hollywood style and charm, with gallery-like hallways and large entertaining areas. Stunning ocean views can be seen from almost every room and the large, westside decks enable effortless indoor/outdoor living, begging for alfresco dining, morning sunrise coffees, or sunset cocktails. Highlights include a gated entry, 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, 4,712 SqFt of light and bright living space, a detached 2-car garage, a golden-era library with cozy fireplace, and open kitchen with unforgettable ocean views. Live like a movie star every day, exploring all the incredible amenities of the Monterey Peninsula, knowing that your private, coastal haven awaits your return.

Listing Agent

Tim Allen

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00891159 Listed on: 02/14/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,471

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Bay

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Wood Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4,712 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Crawl Space

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Balcony
  • 1 Acre Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 241-241-008-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,471

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 60
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 4712
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Living Sq Ft: 4712
  • Stories: 2
  • Fireplaces Min: 4
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Raised
  • Roof: Wood Shakes / Shingles
  • View: Bay, Ocean, Water
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Tank / Pump

Schools

  • School District: Carmel Unified

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 241-241-008-000
  • Lot Acres: 1.0000
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 43560.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 43560.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Solar Power

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Carmel Unified

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $17,471 $1,716,198 $919,393 $796,805
2024 $17,471 $1,682,548 $901,366 $781,182
2023 $17,559 $1,649,558 $883,693 $765,865
2022 $16,987 $1,617,215 $866,366 $750,849
2021 $16,820 $1,585,506 $849,379 $736,127
2020 $16,465 $1,569,249 $840,670 $728,579
2019 $16,154 $1,538,481 $824,187 $714,294
2018 $15,858 $1,508,316 $808,027 $700,289
2017 $15,534 $1,478,742 $792,184 $686,558
2016 $15,290 $1,449,748 $776,651 $673,097
2015 $15,080 $1,427,972 $764,985 $662,987
2014 $15,904 $948,096 $304,214 $643,882
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Sale $5,999,000 0.0% $1,273 / Sq Ft
05/15/2025 05/15/25 Off Market $5,999,000 -- --
02/14/2025 02/14/25 For Sale $5,999,000 -- $1,273 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Bnt Title Co Of California
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $2,000,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $4,185,000 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Closed $675,000 New Conventional
Closed $800,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81994122

MLSListings

APN: 241-241-008-000