Monterra

The exclusive community of Monterra is a private, gated community set high above the Monterey coastline off of the Monterey Salinas Highway. It is situated next to the Tehama Golf Club, which is available to Monterra residents to enjoy with a Social Fitness Membership. There are 168 homesites situated on 1700 acres of land rich with oak trees, wildflowers and natural splendor with stunning panoramic views. Homes offer privacy and tranquility and were created in harmony with their natural surroundings. This prestigious community is accessible by Hwy 68, the Monterey Salinas Hwy, and is across from the Monterey airport making it an ideal location for second home owners who fly in for a weekend escape. For families with school-age children, homes here are part of the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District. Your commute is a breeze should you have an office in nearby Ryan Ranch home to many businesses and professional offices as well as the many medical offices on Ragsdale Drive. Homes in Monterra are custom designed with impeccable detail and quality construction. If you are looking to build your dream home from the ground up or buy an existing available estate property, Monterra is a wonderful option that affords a luxury lifestyle, sprawling parcels and floor plans and incredible convenience and accessibility to the best of the Monterey Peninsula including Carmel-by-the-Sea and Pebble Beach. This area of Monterey is also tucked away from the coastal fog, allowing for sun drenched days and clear calm nights under starry skies.
Historical Market Information
2022
In 2022, there were 3 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a 4 bedroom, 5 full bath estate with 5,387 SqFt on 2.69 acre with views of the Monterey Bay and sold for 4.925 Million. The least expensive home to sell was a 5 bedroom, 5 full and 2 half bath estate with 9,020 SqFt of living space on 3.8 acres and sold for 3.875 Million.
2021
In 2021, there were 6 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a 6 bedroom, 5 full and 1 half bath, European-inspired estate with 8,200 SqFt of living space on 1.94 acres and selling for 4.35 Million. The least expensive home to sell was a 4 bedroom, 4 full and 1 half bath estate with 4,773 SqFt of living space on 2.16 acres and selling for 3.4 Million.
2020
In 2020, there were 9 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a 5 bedroom, 5 full and 1 half bath, Normandy-style home with 6,759 SqFt of living space on 2.75 acres and selling for 5.233 Million. The least expensive home to sell was a 3 bedroom, 3 full and 2 half bath home with 4,119 SqFt of living space on 1.49 acres.
2019
In 2019, there were 3 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a 4 bedroom, 4 full and 3 half bath estate with 6,945 SqFt of living space on 4.19 acres with views of Monterey Bay and selling for 4.5 Million. The least expensive home to sell was a 3 bedroom, 3 full and 2 half bath home with 4,119 SqFt of living space on 1.49 acres and selling for 2.5 Million.
2018
In 2018, there were 3 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a 4 bedroom, 5 full and 2 half bath, Contemporary estate with 9,593 SqFt of living space on 3.4 acres with Ocean views and selling for 5.5 acres. The least expensive home to sell was a 4 bedroom, 4 full and 2 half bath home with 5,873 SqFt of living space on 3.4 acres and selling for 3.45 Million.
2017
In 2017, there were 5 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a 4 bedroom, 4 full and 1 half bath Mediterranean estate with 6,547 SqFt of living space on 3.47 acres and selling for 3.8 Million. The least expensive home to sell was a 3 bedroom, 3 bath French farmhouse style home with 3,665 SqFt of living space on 3.05 acres and selling for 2.875 Million.
2016
In 2016, there were 3 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a 4 bedroom, 5 full and 1 half bath, California Mission architecture estate with 5,808 SqFt of living space on 1.77 acres and sold for 3.56 acres. The least expensive home to sell was a 4 bedroom, 4 full and 1 half bath single-level home with 4,167 SqFt of living space on 1.54 aces and selling for 2.78 Million.
2015
In 2015, there were 2 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a 5 bedroom, 5 full and 1 half bath estate, 5,630 SqFt of living space on a 1.68 acres and selling for 3.595 Million. The least expensive home sold for 3.5 Million for a 4 bedroom, 4 full and 2 half bath Mediterranean estate with 6,266 SqFt of living space on 3.17 acres.
2014
In 2014 there were 4 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a 5 bedroom, 5 full and 1 half bath property with 5,818 SqFt of living space on 4.5 Acres and sold for 3.45 Million. The least expensive home sold for 2.775 Million for a 3 bedroom, 3 full and 1 half bathroom home with 4,152 SqFt of living space on 2.32 Acres.
2013
In 2013, there were 3 homes that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a 4 bedroom, 4 full and 3 half bathroom estate with 5,646 SqFt of living space on 3.27 acres which sold for 4.1 million. The least expensive home sold was a 4 bedroom, 3 full and 1 half bath home with 4,280 SqFt of living space on a 2.3 acre lot, which sold for 2.7 million.
2012
In 2012, there were 6 homesites that sold in this neighborhood. These parcels ranged in price from 450K to 1.025 Million with 5 of the 6 homesites being a bank-owned or short-sale escrows.
It is easy to live an active, vibrant lifestyle with your home base in the coveted Monterra community. The beautiful sunny weather aside, you will have endless options for hiking, jogging, cycling and golfing. Though you may feel a sense of detachment from the hustle and bustle you are as close to all of the events, entertainment and world class dining and shopping, as one could dream of. Minutes from downtown Monterey, you can experience the townโs rich history and roots with a walk down Cannery Row or a visit to Steinbeckโs stomping grounds. A short drive and you will be transported to Carmel-by-the-Sea, enchanting and charming with its story book cottages, cobblestone streets and casual elegance. Tour the local art galleries, stop in for a treat at one of the many cafes or walk to the bottom of Ocean Avenue to enjoy Carmel Beach with its aqua waves and white sandy beach. Golfers will take advantage of the abundance of challenging and visually stunning golf courses in Monterey, Carmel Valley and prestigious Pebble Beach where Spyglass, Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spanish Bay and Poppy Hills are only a few of the remarkable courses at your whim. For activities and recreation you are only limited by your imagination.
When searching for a luxury home on the Monterey Peninsula or a community in which to build the home of your dreams, Monterra is a premiere neighborhood to explore the possibilities. You will be struck by the peacefulness, open space and privacy and impressed by the magnificence of the homes. It will be easy to imagine constructing your home on an open, spacious parcel of land as you stand and admire the views, feel the warmth of the sun and the envision entertaining friends and family in such a serene setting. Everything you could hope to enjoy in terms of lifestyle, recreation and everyday living and conveniences is unbelievably close in your central location. For the discerning homebuyer seeking a refined and elite community surrounded by the beauty of nature, Monterra is a must see.
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