This classic Carmel cottage, steps to town and beach, perfectly captures the essence of our quaint village. Situated in the highly coveted south of Ocean Ave. location, this home exudes warmth and charm. An easy 2-min stroll to downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea & a 5-min walk to Carmel Beach. Lovingly updated; while maintaining the cozy original charm, this home is ready to be enjoyed. Updates include electric panel, wiring, outlets, new plumbing & fixtures, a new furnace and air ducting as well as updates to the kitchen and bathroom. There is a sizable, south facing, sunny backyard featuring a private deck and open area perfect for gardening or entertaining. Currently, the home has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, yet there is a simple plan that can easily transform the home into a 2 bed, 2 bath house. There is plenty of space to expand on the house as well as room to build a garage. Currently, there is space to park 3 cars behind the gated driveway as well as on-street parking, in front of the home. Hardwood and tile floors, elegant lighting and open beam ceilings are perfect additions to this ideal retreat or forever home. The board and batten walls add to the quintessential Carmel vibe. This cheerful cottage radiates character and charm and is in the ideal walk to town and beach location.
Sold for $1,600,000 on 05/13/25
$1,600,000
San Carlos 5 Sw Of 10th, Carmel By The Sea, CA 93921
2beds
931sqft
Single Family Residence,
Built in 1923
4,000 Square Feet Lot
$1,593,800 Zestimate®
$1,719/sqft
$4,538 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 13, 2025 at 08:52am
Listed by:
Jeremy Barrett 01414802 831-601-9131,
Carmel Realty Company
Bought with:
Paul Hurst, 00826530
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Proper
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81991649

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: Other
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 931
- Total interior livable area: 931 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, On Street, Parking Area
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 4,000 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 010155005000
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence,
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: IndividualGasMeters, PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Carmel By The Sea
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Services availability

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