Welcome to 36 La Playa Street, where modern design meets beach living just 20 steps from the sand. This stylish, oceanfront townhouse offers 1,156++ sq ft of light-filled space and is perfectly positioned as 2nd of just two front-line units, offering rare, unobstructed southwest-facing views of Monterey Bay from the main living area & primary suite. With 2 bedrms, 2.5 bathrms, & 3 well-designed levels, its currently a thriving long-term Airbnb retreat. The 2021 remodel blends casual coastal charm with updated touches featuring quartz kitchen counters, new appliances, luxury plank flooring, & an open-concept living space with a cozy fireplace. The lower-level bonus room (not included in sq ft) is an ideal guest retreat or family hangout, offering bunk beds, lounge space, laundry area, & extra storage. Plenty of parking. BONUS: Sold FULLY FURNISHED w/ tasteful, beach-inspired decor ~ making it truly turnkey & ready to enjoy or rent immediately. Whether you're seeking a personal beachfront escape or a proven income-producing property, this home checks every box. Savor the sound of waves, sunsets, & morning strolls. Easy access to Hwy 1, shops, dining, & the wharf. Seller intends to perform 1031 exchange at no cost to buyer. Buyer cooperation requested.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (8/2)
$1,564,000
36 La Playa St, Monterey, CA 93940
2beds
1,156sqft
Est.:
Townhouse,
Built in 1967
990 Square Feet Lot
$1,513,100 Zestimate®
$1,353/sqft
$665/mo HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceOceanfront townhouseModern designUnobstructed southwest-facing viewsLight-filled spaceLuxury plank flooringOpen-concept living space
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- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 04, 2025 at 05:46pm
Listed by:
Barbara Weidman 01931922 831-254-6559,
Compass
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82010907

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat
Bathroom
- Features: Granite, PrimaryStallShowers, ShowerandTub, UpdatedBaths, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea, DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,156
- Total interior livable area: 1,156 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Common
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Drought Tolerant Plants
- Pool features: Community, Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Garden/Greenbelt, Ocean, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean,Water
Lot
- Size: 990 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 001811036000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Townhouse,
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Community Pool, Community Security Gate
- HOA fee: $665 monthly
Location
- Region: Monterey
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,353/sqft
- Date on market: 6/14/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: FHA, VALoan, CashorConventionalLoan
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