
491 Mar Vista Dr Monterey, CA 93940
Monterey Vista NeighborhoodHighlights
- Mountain View
- Deck
- Granite Countertops
- Monterey High School Rated A
- Traditional Architecture
- Double Pane Windows
About This Home
As of January 2025Charming Home in Toyon Heights. Step into this inviting three-bedroom, two-bathroom home situated on a spacious 7,000 square foot corner lot. This property boasts a large entertainment deck, perfect for hosting gatherings or enjoying peaceful evenings outdoors. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, this home offers convenience and accessibility. Enjoy close proximity to shopping, parks, hiking trails, and schools. Local attractions such as the Del Monte Shopping Center, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, and Old Fisherman's Wharf are just a short distance away. Inside, the home features updates including granite countertops, plastered walls with elegant bull-nosed corners, masonry fireplace, and Mill Guard double-pane windows and sliders. The bathrooms have also been tastefully updated. Take advantage of this prime Monterey location and the potential to customize this home to your exact preferences. Just a short walk away, you will find the serene Quarry Park, Via Paraiso Park, and Veterans Memorial Park, making it easy to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors right in your backyard. Don't miss out on the exciting opportunity to make this Toyon Heights gem your own!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #01064866 Listed on: 07/03/2024

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,241
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 7,000 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Cross Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Lot Sloped Up
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Zoning described as R-2
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Lighted Parking
- On-Street Parking
Property Views
- Mountain
- Forest
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shake Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,194 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Double Pane Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Laundry in Garage
Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Granite Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Shed
- Barbecue Area
Additional Features
- 80 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit
- Heating System Uses Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 001-793-004-000
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Grant Deed | $1,129,000 | Old Republic Title | |
Grant Deed | $545,000 | Stewart Title | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $456,780 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $562,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $561,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $166,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $436,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Closed | $54,500 | No Value Available |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
01/06/2025 01/06/25 | Sold | $1,325,000 | 0.0% | $1,110 / Sq Ft |
12/05/2024 12/05/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
11/26/2024 11/26/24 | For Sale | $1,325,000 | +17.4% | $1,110 / Sq Ft |
09/10/2024 09/10/24 | Sold | $1,129,000 | -2.6% | $946 / Sq Ft |
08/06/2024 08/06/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/03/2024 07/03/24 | For Sale | $1,159,000 | -- | $971 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,241 | $1,129,000 | $750,000 | $379,000 |
2024 | $7,241 | $1,129,000 | $750,000 | $379,000 |
2023 | $8,636 | $758,701 | $515,082 | $243,619 |
2022 | $8,100 | $743,826 | $504,983 | $238,843 |
2021 | $7,981 | $729,242 | $495,082 | $234,160 |
2020 | $7,678 | $721,765 | $490,006 | $231,759 |
2019 | $8,057 | $707,614 | $480,399 | $227,215 |
2018 | $7,733 | $693,740 | $470,980 | $222,760 |
2017 | $7,702 | $680,139 | $461,746 | $218,393 |
2016 | $7,558 | $666,804 | $452,693 | $214,111 |
2015 | $7,241 | $656,789 | $445,894 | $210,895 |
2014 | $6,191 | $540,000 | $367,000 | $173,000 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Canning Properties
Sotheby’s International Realty
(831) 238-5535
4 in this area
229 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Pete Ruiz
Keller Williams Realty
(831) 277-8712
15 in this area
463 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2024
William Smith
Coldwell Banker Realty
(831) 250-3246
2 in this area
52 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81971621

APN: 001-793-004-000
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