"Misty House", long celebrated as an artist's haven, is defined as much by its unique history as it is by its panoramic white water views. It was once the home of Johnny Adams, a local disc jockey whose deep connection to the world of jazz music ultimately inspired Clint Eastwood's first directorial project, Play Misty for Me.
Perched on a Carmel Highlands hilltop overlooking the Pacific, this mid-century modern residence is an architectural marvel. In 2016, Studio Carver Architects remodeled it down to the studs, creating an inviting open layout with floor-to-ceiling windows throughout.
The main level features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with the kitchen and great room connecting to a wrap-around deck high above the bay showcasing incredible views to Point Lobos and south toward Big Sur. The lower level has a separate entrance, making it a perfect third bedroom for guests, a home office, or a studio complete with a darkroom for traditional photography.
The property boasts excellent infrastructure, including owned solar, air conditioning, and a robust driveway built to withstand the elements of Highlands living. This is truly a slice of Big Sur with the convenience of Carmel just 10 minutes to town.
For sale
$2,995,000
209 Crest Rd, Carmel, CA 93923
3beds
2,461sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence,
Built in 1964
1.08 Acres Lot
$2,132,700 Zestimate®
$1,217/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mid-century modern residenceIncredible viewsInviting open layoutArchitectural marvelFloor-to-ceiling windowsWrap-around deckRobust driveway
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Listing updated: August 09, 2025 at 05:48pm
Listed by:
Heinrich Brooksher 70010280 831-292-5097,
Carmel Realty Company
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82017515

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom
Bathroom
- Features: PrimaryStallShowers, StallShower2plus, Tile
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastBar, NoFormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite, ExhaustFan, IslandwithSink, Pantry
Heating
- Heat Pump, 2 plus Zones, Solar
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, Open Beam Ceiling, Security Gate
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,461
- Total interior livable area: 2,461 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Electric Gate, Garage Door Opener, Parking Area
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Fenced
- Fencing: Mixed Height Type
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean,Water
Lot
- Size: 1.08 Acres
- Features: Steep Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 241271003000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Custom,Modern/HighTech
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence,
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Raised, Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PropaneOnSite, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Propane, Public Utilities, Water Public, Solar
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Carmel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,217/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,625,080
- Annual tax amount: $16,875
- Date on market: 8/8/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
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