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243 Wildwood Way, Salinas, CA, 93908

4beds
3baths
2,524sqft
$1,099,000
$435price/sqft
$7,454/moest. monthly cost
$298,160/yrincome needed

About This Home

Perched above the Salinas Valley, in the coveted inner circle of Wildwood Way, is this warm and inviting four-bedroom, three-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and space to enjoy both indoors and out. Situated on an expansive 31,000A± sq. ft. lot, the property is designed for effortless entertaining and everyday living, highlighted by an impressive 1,000 sq. ft. deck ideal for outdoor dining, gatherings with friends, or simply relaxing in the tranquil setting. Inside, the freshly painted interior features laminate floors and abundant natural light creating an inviting atmosphere throughout. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features spacious living areas, including a generous family room perfect for movie nights, celebrations, or quiet evenings at home, while still offering comfortable privacy for family and guests. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, and creatives will appreciate the oversized two-car garage along with a separate 500 sq. ft. workshop offering endless flexibility for projects, storage, a home gym, art studio, or workspace. With its expansive lot, versatile spaces, and welcoming feel, this property delivers tremendous value, all conveniently located a short drive from shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.conveniences.

Getting Around

6
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitNo Nearby Transit
1
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
8/10
7/10
Salinas High SchoolGrades 9-126.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1974

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter,Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Electric Oven/Range,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
  • Laundry features: Inside

Bathroom

  • Features: DoubleSinks, ShowersoverTubs2plus, StallShower, Tile, FullonGroundFloor

Bedroom

  • Features: GroundFloorBedroom

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Features: DiningArea, EatinKitchen

Family Room

  • Features: SeparateFamilyRoom

Features

  • Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Tile
  • Fireplace features: Family Room,Pellet Stove

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central Forced Air,Electric,Forced Air
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,524
  • Total interior livable area: 2,524 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Countertop_Granite

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 415042012000
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio,Deck
  • Exterior features: Storage Shed Structure

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.40 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: Attached,Oversized
  • 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

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Landslide
    LandslideRelatively High
  • Wildfire
    WildfireRelatively High
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Earthquake
Landslide
Wildfire
Drought
Heat Wave

FEMA Declared Disasters in Monterey County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
Severe Storm
Snowstorm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $5,557$66,684
Home Insurance *$270$3,240
Property Taxes $1,086$13,032
Electricity $541$6,494
Total$7,454$89,448
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$255,565/yr
40% on housing$223,620/yr
45% on housing$198,773/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.4%
-0.4%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$435This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 93908$581
Monterey County$769

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 93908$544
Monterey County$589

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

DateEventPrice
2026-05-18Listed for sale$1,099,000
2015-07-28Listing removed$725,000
2015-07-22Price change$725,000
2015-06-17Listed for sale$749,000
2013-11-27Sold$600,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMolly McGee
BrokerageColdwell Banker Realty

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