For sale

$849,000

1494 Darwin St, Seaside, CA 93955

2beds

880sqft

$5,453/mo

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1951

5,227 Square Feet Lot

$811,700 Zestimate^®

$965/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

High on the hills of Seaside, this charming cottage-style home boasts panoramic ocean views from every room. Offering two bedrooms, one bathroom, and dual-pane windows, the home sits on an expansive lot with excellent potential for growth. The outdoor living area is a standout, featuring a cozy fireplace, serene sitting spots, and a wide collection of fruit trees including kiwis, blueberries, raspberries, Meyer lemons, Gala apples, pluots, and cherries. An outdoor exercise area adds to the uniqueness of this coastal sanctuary. Located at the end of a quiet road with no through traffic, the property faces west, offering spectacular sunsets that make this home truly special.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Bedroom

Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus

Bathroom

Features: ShowerandTub, FullonGroundFloor

Dining room

Features: NoFormalDiningRoom

Family room

Features: NoFamilyRoom

Kitchen

Features: Countertop_Granite

Heating

Central Forced Air Gas

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Cooktop
Laundry: Inside, In Utility Room

Features

Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Gas Starter

Interior area

Total structure area: 880
Total interior livable area: 880 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Carport
Carport spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 1
Exterior features: Fenced, Storage Shed Structure, Courtyard
Fencing: Perimeter
Has view: Yes
View description: Bay, City Lights, Ocean
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Bay,Ocean

Lot

Size: 5,227 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 012242027000
Zoning: R-1
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cabin,Craftsman
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1951

Utilities & green energy

Gas: PublicUtilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Seaside

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $965/sqft
Tax assessed value: $597,354
Date on market: 8/24/2026
Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan

Estimated market value

$811,700

$771,000 - $852,000

$3,131/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/24/2026	Listed for sale	$849,000+61.7%$965/sqft
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82058782 Report a problem
6/27/2019	Sold	$525,000-4.4%$597/sqft
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81751781 Report a problem
5/20/2019	Pending sale	$549,000$624/sqft
Source: CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS #ML81751781 Report a problem
5/14/2019	Listed for sale	$549,000+128.8%$624/sqft
Source: Century 21 Showcase Realtors #ML81751781 Report a problem
2/23/2011	Sold	$240,000+0%$273/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/30/2011	Pending sale	$239,900$273/sqft
Source: Intero Real Estate Services #81056743 Report a problem
1/26/2011	Price change	$239,900-9.4%$273/sqft
Source: Intero Real Estate Services #81056743 Report a problem
12/9/2010	Listed for sale	$264,900+44.7%$301/sqft
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
11/15/2010	Sold	$183,112+30.8%$208/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/5/2010	Listed for sale	--
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
12/16/2004	Sold	$140,000$159/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	--	$597,354 +2%
2025	$4,700 +7.4%	$585,642 +2%
2024	$4,378 -1.2%	$574,160 +2%
2023	$4,429	$562,903 +2%
2022	--	$551,867 +2%
2021	$4,385 +3.2%	$541,047 +1%
2020	$4,249 +38.2%	$535,500 +98.2%
2019	$3,075 +4.1%	$270,118 +2%
2018	$2,954 +7.9%	$264,823 +2%
2017	$2,737 +1.9%	$259,631 +2%
2016	$2,687 +3.3%	$254,541 +1.5%
2015	$2,602	$250,718 +2%
2014	$2,602	$245,808 +11.7%
2012	--	$220,000 +12.8%
2011	--	$195,000 -1.5%
2010	--	$198,000 +1.5%
2009	--	$194,997 -23.1%
2008	--	$253,597 -35%
2007	--	$390,150 +2%
2006	--	$382,500 +2%
2005	--	$375,000 +241.7%
2004	--	$109,738 +1.9%
2003	--	$107,728 +2%
2002	--	$105,617 +2%
2001	$1,049	$103,547 +2%
2000	--	$101,517

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 93955

Getting around

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

5/10
Martin Luther King School
Grades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
4/10
Seaside Middle School
Grades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
6/10
Seaside High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

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.