$1,248,000
PENDING $101K PRICE DROP

88 Mar Monte Ave Watsonville, CA 95076

Estimated payment $7,207/month

Total Views 18,584
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,654 Sq Ft
$755 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Solar Power Battery
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

Privately situated within minutes from magical sandy beaches of La Selva Beach,this updated gem of a home boasting charming curb appeal is surrounded by wrap-around gardens,stone walkways & patios bordered by mature trees on a 16,422 sq ft lot. Featuring numerous recent upgrades,this single story light filled home includes Tesla Powerwall;new interior and exterior paint;newly painted cabinets throughout;refreshed landscaping;new stainless kitchen appliances;new flooring in kitchen and primary bathroom;some new/upgraded windows and doors;new light fixtures in dining and hall bath;reglazed tub/new glass door in hall bath.Ideal floor plan features a sunny great room with high ceilings and a cozy fireplace;formal dining room;large eat-in kitchen with ample cabinet storage and casual dining area with double-door access to lovely backyard.Bedroom wing includes a spacious primary suite with vaulted ceilings,large walk-in closet and refreshed en-suite bathroom.Two additional sunny bedrooms feature cedar closets.Engineered hardwood thruout.New residents of La Selva Beach-may be eligible to become a member of the La Selva Beach Improvement Association offering:private beach access,community events,clubhouse facilities,use of the bluff,Triangle Park,Robins Park and LaSelva Beach playground.

Listing Agent

Carol Jeans

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01117857 Listed on: 07/11/2025

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,043

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Mostly Level
  • Zoning described as R-1-9

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,654 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Solar Power Battery
  • Balcony

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 045-052-53-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,043

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 38
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1654
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Zoning Description: R-1-9
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Starter, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Dining Area in Living Room, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Tile, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1654
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub - 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio, Fenced

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Bay Window, High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Pajaro Valley Unified

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Mostly Level, Grade - Sloped Up
  • Parcel Number: 045-052-53-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.3770
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 16422.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 16422.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Solar Power Battery Backup

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $5,043 $431,611 $258,968 $172,643
2023 $4,961 $414,851 $248,912 $165,939
2022 $4,870 $406,716 $244,031 $162,685
2021 $4,664 $398,741 $239,246 $159,495
2020 $4,599 $394,653 $236,793 $157,860
2019 $4,525 $386,914 $232,150 $154,764
2018 $4,368 $379,328 $227,598 $151,730
2017 $4,338 $371,891 $223,136 $148,755
2016 $4,229 $364,599 $218,761 $145,838
2015 $4,172 $359,122 $215,475 $143,647
2014 $4,086 $352,087 $211,254 $140,833
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2025 08/22/25 Price Changed $1,248,000 -3.9% $755 / Sq Ft
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Price Changed $1,298,000 -3.8% $785 / Sq Ft
07/11/2025 07/11/25 For Sale $1,349,000 -- $816 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $265,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82014294

MLSListings

APN: 045-052-53-000