Welcome to quintessential country living on this 5+ acre ranchette located just off River Road, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Salinas Valley. Very rarely do properties like this become available in such a highly sought-after location. Perfect for horse enthusiasts and 4-H families, this horse property provides the space and freedom to raise animals for the fair, garden, or simply enjoy the peace and serenity of rural life. This custom-built home features high ceilings, beautiful quarter sawn oak wood floors, and a spacious open kitchen with island, warming drawer, and pantry. The laundry room includes a raised tub designed for washing dogs or pets with ease. Relax on the sturdy Ipe wood front deck or entertain on the private back patio with awe-inspiring mountain views. The 3-car garage is 913 square feet and complete with custom cabinetry and workbench. This expansive property has a complete perimeter fence, a 12 x 24 foot horse shelter, a hay storage shed, and an automatic entry gate for both convenience and privacy. Surrounded by prominent mountains, mature oak trees that dot the rolling hills, and stunning valley views, this truly is a slice of heaven. Don't miss your opportunity to experience the pinnacle of country living in this Salinas Valley gem!
Sold for $1,350,000 on 10/28/25
$1,350,000
846 River Rd, Salinas, CA 93908
3beds
2,732sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2000
5.04 Acres Lot
$1,354,700 Zestimate®
$494/sqft
$5,830 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,354,700
$1.17M - $1.58M
$5,830/mo
Zestimate® history
Loading...
Owner options
Explore your selling options
What's special
Zillow last checked: January 10, 2026 at 07:24am
Listing updated: October 28, 2025 at 05:09am
Listed by:
Jackson Kesecker 02196405 831-821-0398,
KW Coastal Estates 831-622-6200
Bought with:
Melanie Noto, 02108026
Real Brokerage Technologies
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82020873
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, ShowerandTub, TubwJets
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea, EatinKitchen
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite, Countertop_Tile, Island, Pantry
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Built In Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Warming Drawer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Tub/Sink
Features
- High Ceilings, Video Audio System
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,732
- Total interior livable area: 2,732 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Electric Gate, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced
- Fencing: Perimeter,Gate,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Valley
Lot
- Size: 5.04 Acres
- Features: Farm Animals Permitted
Details
- Parcel number: 167061035000
- Zoning: LDR/5-D
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Arena, CrossFenced, Fenced, HayStorage, Paddocks, Pasture, TrailerStorage
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PropaneOnSite
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Salinas
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | Sold | $1,350,000+703.6%$494/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82020873 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/1998 | Sold | $168,000$61/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,222 +6.3% | $609,928 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,795 +3.7% | $597,970 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,552 -0.6% | $586,246 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 93908
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Spreckels Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 6.4 mi
- 5/10Buena Vista Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.6 mi
- 7/10Salinas High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: SpreckelsElementary_1
- Middle: BuenaVistaMiddle
- High: SalinasHigh
- District: SpreckelsUnionElementary
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Get pre-qualified for a loan
At Zillow Home Loans, we can pre-qualify you in as little as 5 minutes with no impact to your credit score.An equal housing lender. NMLS #10287.
Sell for more on Zillow
Get a free Zillow Showcase℠ listing and you could sell for .
$1,354,700
2% more+ $27,094
With Zillow Showcase(estimated)
$1,381,794