Architectural masterpiece in Alta Mesa! Walk less than a half-mile to the farmers markets, theater and shops at Del Monte Center and less than a mile to downtown Monterey. This private retreat in the quiet, forest-enclosed Alta Mesa neighborhood was custom-designed by architect and conservationist Joyce Stevens. Its rooms are arranged symmetrically around a central staircase and take advantage of abundant natural light with 4 skylights and 3 balconies to enjoy the landscape. Thoughtful upgrades include French drains, 2-zone heating, a gas-insert fireplace and advanced security. A 2-car garage was newly added and the facade much improved. There are bamboo floors and lovely wood details throughout. The home is designed for convenient and possibly multigenerational living. The primary suite, kitchen, living room, dining room are on the main level. Downstairs are 3 additional bedrooms and a family room,accessible through a private entrance.The large property provides distance from neighbors and is situated on a rounded corner lot.The grounds are landscaped with drought- and deer-resistant plantings.Abundant foliage includes coastal redwoods,Monterey pines and live oaks.Pest Inspection completed with section 1 clearance no fumigation or tented required.The spotless home is a must see.
For sale
Price cut: $140K (7/25)
$2,259,000
1125 Alta Mesa Rd, Monterey, CA 93940
4beds
3,092sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1966
0.67 Acres Lot
$2,186,200 Zestimate®
$731/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 267 days
- 1,256
- 89
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sabine Neumann 01906837 831-293-4023,
eXp Realty of California Inc 888-584-9427
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82030125
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Office, Utility Room
Bedroom
- Features: PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, Skylight, FullonGroundFloor, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: EatinKitchen, FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_Tile, ExhaustFan, Hookups_Gas, Skylights
Heating
- 2 plus Zones
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Water Softener
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Open Beam Ceiling
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Other
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Insert, Primary Bedroom, Other Location
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,092
- Total interior livable area: 3,092 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Storage Shed Structure, Drought Tolerant Plants
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial Cross
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Forest/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.67 Acres
- Features: Corners Marked, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Additional structures: Sheds
- Parcel number: 001752058000
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: IndividualGasMeters, NaturalGas, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Monterey
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $731/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,360,730
- Date on market: 1/2/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Estimated market value
$2,186,200
$2.08M - $2.30M
$6,021/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,259,000$731/sqft |
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| 8/25/2026 | Pending sale | $2,259,000$731/sqft |
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| 8/24/2026 | Contingent | $2,259,000$731/sqft |
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| 7/25/2026 | Price change | $2,259,000-5.8%$731/sqft |
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| 5/30/2026 | Price change | $2,399,000-6.3%$776/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,559,000$828/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Pending sale | $2,559,000$828/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Contingent | $2,559,000$828/sqft |
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| 3/2/2026 | Price change | $2,559,000-5.2%$828/sqft |
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| 1/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,700,000+129.8%$873/sqft |
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| 2/10/2020 | Sold | $1,175,000-16.1%$380/sqft |
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| 1/3/2020 | Pending sale | $1,400,000$453/sqft |
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| 8/22/2019 | Price change | $1,400,000-17.6%$453/sqft |
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| 7/26/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,700,000$550/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,360,730 +5.9% |
| 2025 | $14,738 +8.1% | $1,285,031 +2% |
| 2024 | $13,631 +1.4% | $1,259,835 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,443 +1.4% | $1,235,133 +2% |
| 2022 | $13,257 +1.5% | $1,210,916 +2% |
| 2021 | $13,064 +86.6% | $1,187,173 +84.5% |
| 2020 | $7,001 -3.6% | $643,432 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,264 +4.1% | $630,817 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,975 +7.9% | $618,449 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,464 +1.8% | $606,324 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,349 +3.2% | $594,436 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,151 | $585,508 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,151 | $574,040 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $560,244 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $549,259 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $545,155 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $546,452 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $535,739 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $525,236 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $514,938 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $504,842 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $494,944 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $485,874 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $476,348 +2% |
| 2001 | $4,617 | $467,008 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $457,851 |
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Neighborhood: Alta Mesa
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: MontereyHigh
- District: MontereyPeninsulaUnified
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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