249 Mar Vista DR
Monterey, CA, 93940 $ 1,699,000
Bedrooms4 Baths2.1 Sq 2,127 Monthly Estimate*
$ 10,728
Listed by Loans Realty Elite Corporation
for $1,699,000 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, 1 half bath. This 2,127 square foot home was built in 1960 on a lot size of 0.46.
249 Mar Vista Drive | Monterey, CA 93940 Perched in one of Monterey’s most established and desirable coastal neighborhoods, 249 Mar Vista Drive offers space, privacy, and exceptional potential on an expansive nearly half-acre corner lot. This single-level home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and approximately 2,127 sq ft of living space on a generous 0.467-acre parcel. The functional floor plan is filled with natural light and offers flexibility for multigenerational living, entertaining, work-from-home needs, or future customization. Recent upgrades include a new roof, new heating system, whole-house water filtration system, new refrigerator, full interior and exterior paint, and new sunrooms/solarium. Additional improvements include garage rehabilitation (new doors, entry door, floor grading, and slope design), minor foundation footing shimming, minor electrical updates, bathroom and laundry room floor upgrades, fireplace improvements, and tree services. Additional features include hardwood floor touch-ups, terra cotta floor repairs, and a new closet door in Bedroom #2. Mature trees and multiple outdoor spaces create a peaceful retreat ideal for gardening, entertaining, and outdoor living. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Monterey, Cannery Row, Pacific Grove, Carmel, beaches, shopping, dining, and Highway 1 access, this property offers both coastal convenience and residential tranquility. Built in 1960, the home reflects the solid craftsmanship and generous lot sizes characteristic of Monterey’s established neighborhoods. A rare opportunity to own a substantial property in a premier Monterey location with significant potential for customization and value enhancement.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 2127
Cooling None
Possession Close Of Escrow
Roof Tar/Gravel
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Patio
Architectural Style Ranch
Pool Features None
Year Built 1960
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
County Monterey
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage true
Subdivision Name Other
Garage Y/N true
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions Cross Street: Monte Vista Dr.
City Monterey
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 20037
Listing Terms Cash Conventional FHA
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Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Vacant
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
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InteriorFlooring Concrete Laminate Stone Tile Vinyl Wood
Fireplace Features Pellet Stove
Air Conditioning Y/N false
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 4
Total Baths 3
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ExteriorParking Features Covered Garage Guest Other
Total Parking 2
Lot Size Area 20037
Lot Size Acres 0.46
Private Pool false
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.49% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 7/18/2026 | $1,699,000 | -4.82% | Price Down |
| 6/6/2026 | $1,785,000 | -3.51% | Price Down |
| 5/29/2026 | $1,850,000 | | Listed Price |