Experience stunning ocean views from this chic coastal retreat located in the gated La Playa Community on Del Monte Beach, one of Monterey's rare oceanfront complexes. Just steps to the sand, this two-bedroom, three-bathroom residence + bonus room is designed to embrace the breathtaking surroundings. Living room features a high ceiling and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that lead out to the beach. Full remodel was completed in 2024 with modern coastal finishes, Wolf gas range/stove, a Subzero refrigerator, sleek quartz countertops, new paint, flooring, carpet, new electrical and window coverings throughout. Upstairs, the primary suite with motorized shades, offers an ensuite bath and a private ocean-view balcony. Second bedroom includes an ensuite bath and a sliding door to a balcony. Downstairs, the flexible bonus room with full bathroom, can serve as an office, rec room, or studio. This move-in-ready retreat is complete with a heated pool, private beach access, and a recreational trail all within walking distance of Fishermans Wharf & Marina and Naval Postgraduate School. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of coastal paradise for a primary, vacation or part-time legacy retreat to be enjoyed for years to come.
Sold for $1,600,000
$1,600,000
56 La Playa St, Monterey, CA 93940
2beds
1,156sqft
Condominium, Residential
Built in 1967
-- sqft lot
$1,595,400 Zestimate®
$1,384/sqft
$3,460 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,595,400
$1.39M - $1.83M
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Heated poolOcean viewsDel monte beachPrivate ocean-view balconySubzero refrigeratorExpansive floor-to-ceiling windowsModern coastal finishes
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Listed by:
Nancy Stebbins 02187909 831-238-6189,
Coldwell Banker Realty 831-626-2221
Bought with:
, 01872599
Monterey Coast Realty
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81998727
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, UpdatedBaths
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: Other
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, Security Gate
- Flooring: Vinyl Linoleum
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,156
- Total interior livable area: 1,156 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Guest
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 1,054 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 001811056000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: RolledHotMop
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Community Pool
- Services included: Insurance
- HOA fee: $665 monthly
Location
- Region: Monterey
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,384/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,076,610
- Annual tax amount: $12,393
- Date on market: 4/10/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2025 | Sold | $1,600,000-1.8%$1,384/sqft |
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| 4/27/2025 | Pending sale | $1,629,000$1,409/sqft |
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| 4/20/2025 | Contingent | $1,629,000$1,409/sqft |
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| 4/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,629,000+54.4%$1,409/sqft |
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| 8/28/2023 | Sold | $1,055,000-4.1%$913/sqft |
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| 7/27/2023 | Contingent | $1,100,000$952/sqft |
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| 7/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000$952/sqft |
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| 7/18/2023 | Contingent | $1,100,000$952/sqft |
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| 7/12/2023 | Price change | $1,100,000-8.3%$952/sqft |
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| 6/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$1,038/sqft |
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| 6/18/2023 | Contingent | $1,200,000$1,038/sqft |
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| 5/24/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$1,038/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,393 +8.1% | $1,076,610 +2% |
| 2024 | $11,466 +404% | $1,055,500 +427.5% |
| 2023 | $2,275 +1.4% | $200,107 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,244 +1.4% | $196,185 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,213 +3.8% | $192,339 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,132 -4.5% | $190,368 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,232 +4% | $186,636 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,147 +7.7% | $182,977 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,994 +1.8% | $179,391 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,960 +3.1% | $175,875 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,901 | $173,234 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,901 | $169,841 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $165,760 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $162,511 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $161,297 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $161,681 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $158,512 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $155,404 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $152,358 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $149,371 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $146,443 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $143,760 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $140,942 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,399 | $138,180 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $135,471 |
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Neighborhood: Oak Grove
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10La Mesa Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Monterey High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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.
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