Privately tucked behind a gated entrance and enclosed by a gracefully curved stucco wall, 471 El Dorado is one of Monterey's most quietly distinguished homes. Nearly 2,900 sq ft of light-filled space features soaring ceilings, rich wood finishes, and three fireplaces throughout formal and casual living areas. The well-appointed kitchen opens to a private stone patio, ideal for outdoor dining or relaxing in the coastal air. Upstairs, the primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, walk-in closet, and a spa-like bath with soaking tub and separate shower. With three bedrooms plus a versatile bonus room ideal as an office, den, or guest space the layout offers flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. A spacious 3-car garage provides ample storage. The entire property, set on over 11,000 sqft, feels peaceful and private, yet close to everything. Just minutes from the Monterey Bay shoreline, Cannery Row, Pebble Beach, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and the Monterey Airport. Enjoy walkability to the Bay, coastal trails, dining, and recreation. A rare coastal retreat offering comfort, elegance, and timeless design in one of the Peninsula's most sought-after enclaves.
Sold for $1,900,000
$1,900,000
471 El Dorado St, Monterey, CA 93940
3beds
2,897sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1997
0.27 Acres Lot
$1,900,100 Zestimate®
$656/sqft
$5,793 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,900,100
$1.71M - $2.11M
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Gated entranceSpa-like bathPrimary suiteLight-filled spaceSoaring ceilingsRich wood finishesGracefully curved stucco wall
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Listed by:
The Bluhm Team 70010270 831-277-2782,
Sotheby’s International Realty 831-372-7700
Bought with:
Ryan Keenan, 02108197
Sotheby’s International Realty
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82014583
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Office
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, Skylight, StallShower, Tile, FullonGroundFloor, PrimaryOversizedTub
Dining room
- Features: DiningAreainLivingRoom, EatinKitchen
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_Tile, ExhaustFan
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Built In Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Security Gate
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,897
- Total interior livable area: 2,897 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Electric Gate, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Off Street, Parking Area, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Fenced
- Fencing: Perimeter,Back Yard,Front Yard,Gate
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Forest/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Mostly Level
Details
- Additional structures: Sheds
- Parcel number: 001741029000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Monterey
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $656/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,820,522
- Annual tax amount: $20,884
- Date on market: 7/16/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $1,900,000-4.8%$656/sqft |
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| 5/23/2026 | Contingent | $1,995,000-11.3%$689/sqft |
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| 2/26/2026 | Price change | $2,250,000-10%$777/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Price change | $2,500,000-7.4%$863/sqft |
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| 9/28/2025 | Price change | $2,699,000-5.3%$932/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Price change | $2,850,000-8.1%$984/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,100,000+93.8%$1,070/sqft |
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| 5/4/2018 | Sold | $1,600,000-11.1%$552/sqft |
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| 4/30/2018 | Pending sale | $1,799,000$621/sqft |
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| 3/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,799,000+22.2%$621/sqft |
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| 8/23/2013 | Sold | $1,471,700-18%$508/sqft |
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| 5/4/2010 | Listing removed | $1,795,000+56%$620/sqft |
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| 11/25/2008 | Sold | $1,150,500-35.9%$397/sqft |
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| 9/29/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000+39.2%$620/sqft |
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| 9/12/2008 | Sold | $1,289,878-28.1%$445/sqft |
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| 6/11/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000-12.4%$620/sqft |
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| 11/2/2004 | Sold | $2,050,000+71.5%$708/sqft |
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| 5/31/2001 | Sold | $1,195,000$412/sqft |
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| 1/30/2001 | Sold | $1,195,000$412/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,884 +8.1% | $1,820,522 +2% |
| 2024 | $19,325 +1.3% | $1,784,826 +2% |
| 2023 | $19,080 +1.4% | $1,749,830 +2% |
| 2022 | $18,817 +1.5% | $1,715,521 +2% |
| 2021 | $18,545 +3.9% | $1,681,884 +1% |
| 2020 | $17,843 -4.7% | $1,664,640 +2% |
| 2019 | $18,732 +31% | $1,632,000 +27.9% |
| 2018 | $14,295 +8% | $1,276,013 +2% |
| 2017 | $13,237 +1.8% | $1,250,994 +2% |
| 2016 | $13,000 +3.2% | $1,226,466 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $12,591 | $1,208,045 +2% |
| 2014 | $12,591 | $1,184,382 +28.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $920,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $920,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $920,000 -20% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,150,000 -47.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,175,476 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,132,820 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $2,091,000 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $2,050,000 +61.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,266,489 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,243,278 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,218,900 +151.3% |
| 2001 | $4,868 | $485,054 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $475,543 |
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Neighborhood: Alta Mesa
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Monte VistaGrades: K-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Monterey High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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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