




249 Mar Vista Dr, Monterey, CA, 93940
About This Home
A rare Monterey retreat—newly repositioned, thoughtfully improved, and surrounded by nature. Set on an oversized, private lot of nearly one-half acre, this distinctive single-level residence offers four bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths, and approximately 2,127 square feet of warm, versatile living space. A fully permitted addition creates two separate living areas, providing exceptional flexibility for entertaining, working from home, extended household living, or simply enjoying room to spread out. The newly completed sunroom draws in abundant natural light and creates a peaceful place to gather, read, dine, or take in the surrounding landscape. Substantial improvements include a new roof, new sewer line, new sunrooms, new furnace, water heater and whole-house water filtration system, offering meaningful upgrades beneath the beauty of the home. Rich wood flooring and classic terracotta tile add warmth, texture, and timeless California character throughout. Outside, the dual-entry circular driveway offers ease, convenience, and ample access, while the expansive grounds provide privacy and space rarely found this close to the heart of Monterey. Behind the property, a City-owned and maintained forest forms a serene natural backdrop, creating a sense of seclusion, greenery, and quiet. With its generous lot, flexible floor plan, updated systems, inviting sunroom, and remarkable connection to nature, 249 Mar Vista Drive is more than a home—it is a private sanctuary with room to live, gather, and grow on the Monterey Peninsula.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Existing
- Year built: 1960
Materials
- Construction materials: None
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Dryer,Washer
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Pantry
- Flooring: Concrete,Laminate,Linoleum,Tile,Vinyl,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Pellet Stove
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: MultiUnits
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,127
- Total interior livable area: 2,127 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Tile Counters, Pantry
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 001953001000
- Special condition: Standard
- Other equipment: None
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Other
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Covered,Detached,Drive Through,Workshop in Garage,Other,Guest
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Monterey County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $8,166 | $97,992 |
| Home Insurance * | $284 | $3,408 |
| Property Taxes | $1,558 | $18,696 |
| Electricity | $456 | $5,473 |
| Total | $10,464 | $125,568 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-31 | Price change | $1,615,000 |
| 2026-07-18 | Price change | $1,699,000 |
| 2026-06-06 | Price change | $1,785,000 |
| 2026-05-29 | Listed for sale | $1,850,000 |
| 2023-08-09 | Listing removed | $1,459,000 |
| 2023-03-08 | Sold | $1,385,635 |
| 2023-02-22 | Pending sale | $1,459,000 |
| 2023-02-15 | Listed for sale | $1,459,000 |
| 2020-02-19 | Sold | $800,000 |
| 2020-01-21 | Pending sale | $825,000 |
| 2019-11-12 | Listed for sale | $825,000 |
| 2013-08-06 | Sold | $621,807 |
| 2013-05-14 | Pending sale | $659,000 |
| 2013-05-11 | Listed for sale | $659,000 |
| 1998-02-12 | Sold | $415,000 |
