Carmel Valley Storybook Cottage by the River
Set in the heart of Carmel Valley Village, this charming storybook cottage offers both comfort and a picturesque lifestyle. Nestled close to the river, the setting provides a peaceful backdrop where you can enjoy the natural beauty that defines the valley. The home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms across 1,207 sq. ft. of living space. On a generous 7,099 sq. ft. lot, theres ample outdoor space to relax, garden, or simply take in the surrounding scenery.
Just minutes from local cafes, shops, and the community ballpark, the location captures the best of village living. Within the highly regarded Carmel Unified School District, this property is more than a home its an opportunity to experience the warmth of community, the beauty of nature, and the charm of Carmel Valley Village living by the river.
Sold for $749,000
$749,000
16 Paso Cresta, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
3beds
1,207sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1943
7,099 Square Feet Lot
$750,800 Zestimate®
$621/sqft
$4,771 Estimated rent
Home value
$750,800
$653,000 - $863,000
$4,771/mo
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Charming storybook cottagePeaceful backdropNatural beautyAmple outdoor space
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Doug Steiny 00681652 831-236-7363,
Sotheby’s International Realty 831-624-1566
Bought with:
Teresa Giammanco, 00996292
Sotheby’s International Realty
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82024033
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: NoFormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Features
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,207
- Total interior livable area: 1,207 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Area
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,099 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 189232016000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1943
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Carmel Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $621/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $102,292
- Annual tax amount: $1,260
- Date on market: 10/7/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/5/2025 | Sold | $749,000+3.3%$621/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82024033 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Pending sale | $725,000$601/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82024033 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,260 +2.7% | $102,292 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,227 -3.6% | $100,287 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,273 +3% | $98,321 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,236 +1.5% | $96,394 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,217 +1.7% | $94,505 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,196 +1.8% | $93,537 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,175 +1.4% | $91,704 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,159 +1.8% | $89,907 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,139 +4.3% | $88,145 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,092 +2.2% | $86,418 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,069 | $85,121 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,069 | $83,455 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $81,450 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $79,854 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $79,258 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $79,447 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $77,890 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $76,363 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $74,866 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $73,399 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $71,961 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $70,643 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $69,259 +2% |
| 2001 | $724 | $67,902 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $66,570 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 93924
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Tularcitos Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Carmel Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 10.1 mi
- 10/10Carmel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: CarmelUnified
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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