Monte Vista
The neighborhood of Monte Vista in Monterey sits at an elevated perch in the Skyline Forest with distant views of the magical Monterey Bay and twinkling city lights. Homes here enjoy a private setting with an abundance of lush trees and convenient access to shopping, dining, and charming Old Town Monterey. The neighborhood also lies just east of the Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula (CHOMP) for immediate access to exceptional medical care. Part of the Monterey Unified School District, those with school age children will have excellent schools to choose from including the private Stevenson School located in nearby Pebble Beach. There is also close access to a variety of recreational activities and commuters will appreciate the convenient access to Hwy 68 and Hwy 1. The area also experiences a bit of a sunbelt phenomenon as it often has clear blue skies and sun while the coast is draped in fog and mist.
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Historical Market Information
2022
In 2022, 12 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home that sold was a 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath Mediterranean view home with 4,559 SqFt of living space on 11,500 SqFt lot and sold for 2.725 Mil. The least expensive home that sold was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath, Golden Oaks condominium with 560 SqFt of living space and sold for 498K.
2021
In 2021, 37 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home that sold was a 4 bedroom, 5.5 bath home with 3,380 SqFt on a 9,100 SqFt lot and sold for 1.95 Million. The least expensive home that sold was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath + bonus room condominium and sold for 365K.
2020
In 2020, 21 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home that sold was a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with bay views and had 1,960 SqFt of living space on 13,068 SqFt lot and sold for 1.5 Million. The least expensive home that sold was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath Golden Oaks condominium with the interior stripped down to the studs and sold for 290K.
2019
In 2019, 15 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home that sold was a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with Ocean views, 2,116 SqFt of living space on a half acre and sold for 1.305 Million. the least expensive home that sold was a studio-sized condominium that was part of the City of Monterey’s affordable housing program and sold for 260K.
2018
In 2018, 25 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home that sold was a 4 bedroom, 3 bath, contemporary view home with 3,434 SqFt of living space on a 8,156 SqFt lot and sold for 2.125 M. The least expensive home that sold was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo that was part of the City of Monterey’s affordable housing and sold for 160K.
2017
In 2017, 25 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home that sold was a 3 bedroom, 4 bath, 3-story home with 4,906 SqFt of living space with views of the Monterey Bay and sold for 1.245 Million. The least expensive home that sold was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath Golden Oaks condominium with with 656 SqFt of living space and sold for 275K.
2016
In 2016, 14 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home that sold was a 4 bedroom, 3 bath mid-century home with 2,719 SqFt of living space on a 14,560 Sqft lot and sold for 945K. The least expensive home that sold was a studio with 1 bath condominium that was part of the City of Monterey affordable housing program and sold for 225K.
2015
In 2015, there were 14 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home that sold was a 4 bedroom, 2 bath Ocean view home with 2,835 SqFt of living space on a 10,625 SqFt lot and sold for 929K. The least expensive home that sold was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath Golden Oaks condo with 505 SqFt of living space and sold for 290K.
2014
In 2014 there were 16 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home that sold was a 2,000 SqFt home with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms on a 12,000 SqFt lot which sold for 949K. The least expensive home that sold was a 656 SqFt, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo which sold for 222K.
2013
In 2013, 27 homes sold in this neighborhood in 2013. The most expensive home that sold, sold for 1.55 Million, and was a 3,400 SqFt home on 15,000 SqFt of land. The least expensive home that sold was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo with 560 SqFt of living space and was a short-sale that sold for 160K.
2012
In 2012, 26 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home was a 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with 3,450 SqFt of living space on a 3,450 SqFt lot with a spectacular view and sold for 1.6 Million. The least expensive home sold was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath end unit townhome with 473 SqFt of living space and sold for 160K.
For a detailed analysis of Monterey real estate, check out our monthly Community Market Reports.To live in Monte Vista is to experience Monterey living from a private and peaceful neighborhood of well -maintained homes with excellent central locality. You will love the convenience of the Del Monte Shopping Center just a mile away, with its upscale outdoor shopping pavilion of brand name stores and eateries. There is also a movie theatre to check out the newest release or find retreat on a cold rainy day. Whole Foods is also a fixture here where locals flock to buy groceries and healthy meals. Health will never be out of reach with the variety of outdoor activities to partake in. With Monterey Bay in the backdrop you can take advantage of kayaking, scuba diving and surfing in addition to land sports along the coast including premier trails for running, hiking and cycling. For avid golfers, the golfing mecca of Pebble Beach is unbelievably close and available for hitting the greens. With some of the world’s most picturesque and challenging courses, the experience at any of its 7 renowned courses is memorable and exhilarating. Take off on your bicycle for rides down 17 Mile Drive past sprawling mansions and along the coast into Pacific Grove where you can stop in “America’s Last Hometown” for a bite to eat along Lighthouse Avenue. You will also treasure your proximity to Carmel-by-the-Sea, a fairy tale enclave of estates and charming cottages where you will find world class shopping, dining and galleries along famed Ocean Avenue. Of course, your hometown of Monterey will offer an expanse of activities to enjoy from the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row to exploring the historic adobes or taking out a paddle boat in Lake Estero. Whatever your passion is, your home in Monte Vista is a desirable and central location to enjoy the best of the Monterey Peninsula.
