
Monterey, California 93940
Analysis of 51 Cielo Vista Drive, Monterey, California 93940 is currently available with a list price of $1,350,000. The property maintains a Poor Condition Rating (30/100), indicating the property requires renovation and updates to maximize its market potential. This presents opportunities for value-add investors. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Monterey Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1955 with no evidence of major renovations in the last 30 years. Interior features such as the laundry area, gold-trimmed mirrored closets, and carpet are significantly dated. While the home is currently livable, the age of the structure and systems, combined with the unfinished crawl space, indicates a need for a comprehensive rehab to meet modern standards.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 20125, living area = 1279.
The property features floor-to-ceiling windows and an expansive deck offering unobstructed, panoramic views of Monterey Bay, Santa Cruz, and the surrounding forest.
Situated on a large 20,125 sqft lot with a 9-10 foot tall crawl space, there is exceptional potential for substantial additions or the conversion of the lower level into an ADU.
At 1,279 square feet, the current living area is relatively small for the price point, which may require immediate expansion to suit many buyers' needs.
The large lot is sloped, which can limit the amount of flat, usable outdoor yard space and increase the costs associated with future construction or landscaping.
Coastal panorama meets mid-century charm with endless potential! Perched high above the coastline, this light-filled 2-bed, 2-bath retreat blends dramatic ocean views with forest warmth. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame unobstructed panoramas across Monterey Bay to Santa Cruz through mature pines. Vaulted wood-beam ceilings flood the open layout with natural light, anchored by a massive brick fireplace. A wall of glass opens to a long deck accessed from the living room and a bedroom, allowing you to live and sleep above the bay. Tucked off the primary bedroom, a flexible bonus studio offers the ideal layout for a home office, art space, or nursery. Outside, the wooden deck provides covered and open-air zones to enjoy sweeping coastline, town, and mountain views below. Practical assets include a large 1-car garage plus off-street parking for 3 cars. Situated on a large, sloped lot with ample room for substantial additions, the property also features areas of 9-10 foot tall crawl space a prime candidate for conversion into a lower-level ADU or extra living space.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.5 |
| Square foot | 1,279 | 1,829.5 |
| Lot Size | 20,125 | 7,517.5 |
| Price | $1.35M | $1.29M |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $686 |
| Built year | 1955 | 1962 |
| HOA | $0 | $495 |
| Days on market | 7 | 63 |
Jul 15, 2026
$1,350,000
Initial Listing