This coastal Victorian pairs timeless character with thoughtful updates and a mature garden setting that feels worlds away. High ceilings, French doors, and a Parisian-inspired patio bring in incredible light. Two ensuites, one with a clawfoot tub, one with a walk-in shower, offer comfort and privacy. A flexible loft works beautifully as a bedroom, library, or art space. Fully fenced for pets, with a covered front porch perfect for greeting neighbors. Just moments to Lovers Point, cafes, shops, and everyday conveniences. Honored by the Pacific Grove Heritage Society as one of the iconic homes in the City's Retreat District. First time on the market in 20 years.
Sold for $1,725,000
$1,725,000
179 Pacific Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
3beds
1,386sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1910
2,665 Square Feet Lot
$1,728,600 Zestimate®
$1,245/sqft
$4,780 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,728,600
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Timeless characterFlexible loftThoughtful updatesCovered front porchFully fenced for petsHigh ceilingsMature garden setting
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Listed by:
Arleen Hardenstein 01710953 831-915-8989,
Sotheby’s International Realty 831-624-1566
Bought with:
Joe Gallagher, 01962982
Sotheby’s International Realty
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82028120
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Office, Workshop
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, LoftBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor, PrimaryBedroom2plus
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, StallShower, Tile, Tub, UpdatedBaths, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: EatinKitchen, Skylights
Family room
- Features: Other
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Laminate, ExhaustFan, Skylights
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Microwave, Built In Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,386
- Total interior livable area: 1,386 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Bathroom Features, Grip-Accessible Features
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Dog Run/Kennel, Fenced, Courtyard
- Fencing: Perimeter,Back Yard,Front Yard,Gate,Mixed Height Type
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden/Greenbelt
Lot
- Size: 2,665 Square Feet
- Features: Mostly Level
Details
- Additional structures: Garage
- Parcel number: 006143001000
- Zoning: R-3-PGR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
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: Pacific Grove
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,245/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $677,887
- Annual tax amount: $7,392
- Date on market: 12/11/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveAgency
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/6/2026 | Sold | $1,725,000$1,245/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82028120 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2025 | Contingent | $1,725,000$1,245/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82028120 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,725,000+33.2%$1,245/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82028120 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2005 | Sold | $1,295,000+510.8%$934/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/1995 | Sold | $212,000$153/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,392 +5.1% | $677,887 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,035 -1.5% | $664,596 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,144 +2.1% | $651,565 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,998 +0.5% | $638,791 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,961 +2.1% | $626,266 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,821 +3.3% | $619,846 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,603 +2% | $607,693 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,471 +1.7% | $595,778 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,365 -0.2% | $584,097 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,379 +3.8% | $572,645 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,143 | $564,044 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,143 | $552,996 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $539,705 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $529,124 +15.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $457,984 |
| 2009 | -- | $457,984 -13% |
| 2008 | -- | $526,418 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $516,097 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $505,979 +56.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $323,785 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $317,437 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $311,620 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $305,511 +10.4% |
| 2001 | $2,781 | $276,721 +20.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $229,138 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Pacific Grove Retreat
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Robert Down Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Pacific Grove Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Pacific Grove High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: PacificGroveUnified
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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