Discover the quaint and adorable charm of this cozy 1940s cottage nestled in Montereys Monterey Vista neighborhood. Offering 590 square feet of intimate living space, this sweet single-family home features one bedroom, one bathroom, beautiful hardwood floors, and a welcoming living room fireplace that adds warmth and character. The practical kitchen, complete with a gas stove, refrigerator, and stainless steel sink, makes everyday living simple and comfortable. The detached garage can be used as additional space as the driveway offers an off-street parking alternative.
Step outside to enjoy the spacious backyard, offering plenty of room to garden, relax, entertain, or create your own little outdoor sanctuary. Full of vintage charm and ready to welcome its next owner, this delightful home is a wonderful opportunity for anyone seeking a snug retreat with personality and potential on Californias beautiful Monterey Peninsula.
Pending
$749,000
822 Fountain Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
1beds
590sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
4,000 Square Feet Lot
$736,400 Zestimate®
$1,269/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 19 days
- 2,414
- 165
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
William Sterling 01437951 831-643-9402,
Elemental Real Estate Services 831-643-9400,
Daniel Vorhies 01484143 831-869-8360,
Sterling Property Management
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82065621
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom
Bathroom
- Features: ShoweroverTub1, Tub, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: NoFormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: ExhaustFan
Heating
- Floor Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Exhaust Fan, Other, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Other
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 590
- Total interior livable area: 590 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 4,000 Square Feet
- Features: Hillside
Details
- Additional structures: Garage
- Parcel number: 001485010000
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
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: $1,269/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $811,823
- Date on market: 10/23/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveAgency
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Estimated market value
$736,400
$700,000 - $773,000
$2,565/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/5/2026 | Pending sale | $749,000$1,269/sqft |
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| 10/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000$1,269/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $811,823 +2% |
| 2025 | $9,276 +8.2% | $795,906 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,575 +168.1% | $780,300 +171.5% |
| 2023 | $3,198 +1.4% | $287,382 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,154 +1.5% | $281,748 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,109 +3.9% | $276,225 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,993 -4.6% | $273,393 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,136 +4.1% | $268,033 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,014 +7.8% | $262,779 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,795 +1.8% | $257,628 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,745 +3.2% | $252,577 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,661 | $248,784 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,661 | $243,912 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $238,051 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $233,384 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $231,641 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $232,193 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $227,641 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $223,179 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $218,804 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $214,515 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $210,310 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $206,457 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $202,410 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,001 | $198,443 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $194,552 |
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Neighborhood: Monterey Vista
Nearby schools
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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