Nestled in the hills of Big Sur away from every day concerns lies a place where you can relax and enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean from an Infinity deck. Drinking a glass of wine, or a cup of tea, and watching sunset after sunset to your hearts content. Located on the ideal southern slope, this home is greeted by warm sunshine year-round. A contemporary style exposed beam great room with a soaring vaulted ceiling, greets you as you open the front door. Close to great dining at Ventana and with other eateries nearby, if you are feeling like company it is within minutes. The three-acre parcel has secret spaces of Zen relaxation and fun exploration. This home is unique and a true hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. Like all great locations it must be experienced.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
3.08 acresLot Size
$1,319Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by William Smith•DRE #01064866• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Daniel Cardenas•DRE #01964336• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 831-402-5302
Bought with Alex Brant•DRE #01900460• Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
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Market trends in 93920, CA
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-List Price
85.7%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$7.5M
$2K MoM
Avg. days on market
439d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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0 MoM
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Sale history for 51500 Partington Ridge Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML81669182
Mar 1, 2018
Sold
$1,100,000
$680/sq ft
Feb 2, 2018
Contingent
—
Nov 1, 2017
Price Changed
$1,199,000
$741/sq ft
Oct 31, 2017
Price Changed
$1,150,000
$711/sq ft
Jul 10, 2017
Listed
$1,300,000
$803/sq ft
Jul 10, 2017
Listed
$1,199,000
$741/sq ft
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Nestled in the hills of Big Sur away from every day concerns lies a place where you can relax and enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean from an Infinity deck. Drinking a glass of wine, or a cup of tea, and watching sunset after sunset to your hearts content. Located on the ideal southern slope, this home is greeted by warm sunshine year-round. A contemporary style exposed beam great room with a soaring vaulted ceiling, greets you as you open the front door. Close to great dining at Ventana and with other eateries nearby, if you are feeling like company it is within minutes. The three-acre parcel has secret spaces of Zen relaxation and fun exploration. This home is unique and a true hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. Like all great locations it must be experienced.
Public Records
Sep 2, 1997
Sold
$392,000
$242/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 24, 1985
Sold
$65,000
$40/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 20, 1979
Sold
$30,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,647 (+3.0%)
$870,436 + $458,159
$1,328,595
2024
$13,255 (+0.5%)
$853,369 + $449,176
$1,302,545
2023
$13,187 (+7.6%)
$836,637 + $440,369
$1,277,006
2022
$12,255 (+1.0%)
$820,233 + $431,735
$1,251,968
2021
$12,133 (+2.2%)
$804,150 + $375,270
$1,179,420
2020
$11,875 (+1.9%)
$788,383 + $367,912
$1,156,295
2019
$11,648 (+103.3%)
$780,300 + $364,140
$1,144,440
2018
$5,729 (+2.1%)
$765,000 + $357,000
$1,122,000
2017
$5,611 (+1.6%)
$275,152 + $264,144
$539,296
2016
$5,522 (+1.4%)
$275,152 + $264,144
$539,296
2015
$5,445 (+1.0%)
$269,757 + $258,965
$528,722
2014
$5,389 (+2.0%)
$260,501 + $250,080
$510,581
2013
$5,282 (+1.4%)
$260,501 + $250,080
$510,581
2012
$5,208 (+1.8%)
$259,324 + $248,950
$508,274
2011
$5,116 (+1.0%)
$254,240 + $244,069
$498,309
2010
$5,064 (−0.3%)
$249,255 + $239,284
$488,539
2009
$5,080 (+2.4%)
$247,393 + $237,496
$484,889
2008
$4,963
$247,981 + $238,061
$486,042
Tax history for 51500 Partington Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,647 (+3.0%)
$870,436 + $458,159
$1,328,595
2024
$13,255 (+0.5%)
$853,369 + $449,176
$1,302,545
2023
$13,187 (+7.6%)
$836,637 + $440,369
$1,277,006
2022
$12,255 (+1.0%)
$820,233 + $431,735
$1,251,968
2021
$12,133 (+2.2%)
$804,150 + $375,270
$1,179,420
2020
$11,875 (+1.9%)
$788,383 + $367,912
$1,156,295
2019
$11,648 (+103.3%)
$780,300 + $364,140
$1,144,440
2018
$5,729 (+2.1%)
$765,000 + $357,000
$1,122,000
2017
$5,611 (+1.6%)
$275,152 + $264,144
$539,296
2016
$5,522 (+1.4%)
$275,152 + $264,144
$539,296
2015
$5,445 (+1.0%)
$269,757 + $258,965
$528,722
2014
$5,389 (+2.0%)
$260,501 + $250,080
$510,581
2013
$5,282 (+1.4%)
$260,501 + $250,080
$510,581
2012
$5,208 (+1.8%)
$259,324 + $248,950
$508,274
2011
$5,116 (+1.0%)
$254,240 + $244,069
$498,309
2010
$5,064 (−0.3%)
$249,255 + $239,284
$488,539
2009
$5,080 (+2.4%)
$247,393 + $237,496
$484,889
2008
$4,963
$247,981 + $238,061
$486,042
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
134,165
Year renovated
2021
Sq. Ft.
1,618
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
420221004000
Parking Spaces
5
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on May 11, 2022.
May 26, 2022 • Final
Combination
Construct a bathroom addition and a deck for an existing studio.
Addition
Bathroom
Jan 15, 2021 • Final
Building permit application
Construct a bathroom addition and a deck to an existing studio.
Addition
Bathroom
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Description: Guest/Visitor Parking, No Garage, Parking Area
Parking Spaces: 5
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 2
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 2
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Stall Shower, Sunken/Garden Tub, Tub
Room Information
Storage
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Living Room
Kitchen Description: Dishwasher, Oven Range (Built-In, Gas)
Interior Features
Laundry: Inside
Flooring: Hardwood
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Propane
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Bay, Canyon, Forest/Woods, Hills, Mountains, Ocean, Ridge, Valley
Roof: Wood Shakes/Shingles
Yard/Grounds: Deck, Storage Shed/Structure
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Amenities: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling
Communication: Satellite Dish
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,618
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 3.08
Lot Description: Private/Secluded, Views
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R1
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Private/Mutual
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School District: Carmel Unified
High School District: Carmel Unified
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,618
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 5
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 3.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Monterey County
APN: 420221004000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on May 11, 2022
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Captain Cooper Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 10.8mi
10/10
Carmel Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 27.3mi
7/10
Carmel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 28.4mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 80° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
18 unhealthy days expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Big Sur, CA • 93920
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.5 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.5 hrs
5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$2.03M – $2.46M
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