Located on famed Spindrift Road in the Carmel Highlands, this gated property offers privacy and stunning, whitewater ocean views of Bird Island, Point Lobos, and beyond. Just a 10 minute drive to world class beaches, dining, and shopping in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, this beautiful, distinctive mid-century modern home offers one-story living at its best. With almost 1,800 SqFt of living space, the home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an effortless indoor/outdoor flow between the cozy interior and the lush exterior's meandering paths through sustainable succulent gardens. The property's historic architecture has been preserved and stylishly updated for modern living. Private surroundings on a generous lot make this house inviting for entertaining in the large living area with exposed beams or on the expansive patio, perfect for gatherings or simply relaxing in your own peaceful haven. Other highlights include private beach access, a timeless adobe-brick, wood-burning fireplace, a 1-car garage, built-in window benches, planning desk area, abundant pantry space and user-friendly storage in built-in cabinets throughout the home. Breathe in the ocean air, relax to the sounds of the sea, explore the grounds, and experience the idyllic Carmel Highlands lifestyle at 158 Spindrift Road.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$2,387Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Tim Allen•DRE #00891159• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 831-214-1990
Bought with Grace Chen•DRE #01817823• Carmel Realty Company
Located on scenic Spindrift Road in Carmel Highlands, this coastal retreat enjoys the sights and sounds of white water breaking over a rocky shore. The contemporary three bedroom two bath house (guest entrance) features an open floor plan with beam ceilings, warm woods, and a commanding adobe fireplace. Light and bright windows open to a sunny protected patio and verdant forest.
MLSListings #ML89812337
Jul 15, 1998
Sold
$480,000
$269/sq ft
Jun 25, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Apr 3, 1998
Listed
$510,000
$286/sq ft
GREAT OPPORTUNITY ON PERHAPS THE FINEST STREET IN CARMEL HIGHLANDS! 1 BDRM/1BA W/SEP ENTRANCE. PEEK OF WHITE WATER. NO EL NINO DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. NEW ROOF 3/97. PICK UP L/A DISCLOSURE BEFORE WRITING AN OFFER. PEST & ROOF RPT IN L/O.
Public Records
Jun 13, 1969
Sold
$49,500
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$44,484 (+359.3%)
$2,805,000 + $1,530,000
$4,335,000
2024
$9,684 (−0.7%)
$2,750,000 + $1,500,000
$4,250,000
2023
$9,751 (+3.4%)
$712,809 + $225,093
$937,902
2022
$9,433 (+1.0%)
$698,833 + $220,680
$919,513
2021
$9,339 (+2.2%)
$685,131 + $216,353
$901,484
2020
$9,142 (+1.9%)
$671,698 + $212,111
$883,809
2019
$8,968 (+1.9%)
$664,811 + $209,937
$874,748
2018
$8,804 (+2.1%)
$651,776 + $205,821
$857,597
2017
$8,623 (+1.6%)
$626,468 + $197,830
$824,298
2016
$8,486 (+1.4%)
$626,468 + $197,830
$824,298
2015
$8,368 (+1.0%)
$614,185 + $193,951
$808,136
2014
$8,282 (+2.0%)
$593,110 + $187,296
$780,406
2013
$8,119 (+0.9%)
$593,110 + $187,296
$780,406
2012
$8,048 (+3.9%)
$590,430 + $186,450
$776,880
2011
$7,746 (+27.1%)
$578,853 + $182,795
$761,648
2010
$6,094 (−0.3%)
$567,503 + $179,211
$746,714
2009
$6,113 (+2.4%)
$303,626 + $279,336
$582,962
2008
$5,972
$304,348 + $280,000
$584,348
Tax history for 158 Spindrift Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$44,484 (+359.3%)
$2,805,000 + $1,530,000
$4,335,000
2024
$9,684 (−0.7%)
$2,750,000 + $1,500,000
$4,250,000
2023
$9,751 (+3.4%)
$712,809 + $225,093
$937,902
2022
$9,433 (+1.0%)
$698,833 + $220,680
$919,513
2021
$9,339 (+2.2%)
$685,131 + $216,353
$901,484
2020
$9,142 (+1.9%)
$671,698 + $212,111
$883,809
2019
$8,968 (+1.9%)
$664,811 + $209,937
$874,748
2018
$8,804 (+2.1%)
$651,776 + $205,821
$857,597
2017
$8,623 (+1.6%)
$626,468 + $197,830
$824,298
2016
$8,486 (+1.4%)
$626,468 + $197,830
$824,298
2015
$8,368 (+1.0%)
$614,185 + $193,951
$808,136
2014
$8,282 (+2.0%)
$593,110 + $187,296
$780,406
2013
$8,119 (+0.9%)
$593,110 + $187,296
$780,406
2012
$8,048 (+3.9%)
$590,430 + $186,450
$776,880
2011
$7,746 (+27.1%)
$578,853 + $182,795
$761,648
2010
$6,094 (−0.3%)
$567,503 + $179,211
$746,714
2009
$6,113 (+2.4%)
$303,626 + $279,336
$582,962
2008
$5,972
$304,348 + $280,000
$584,348
*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
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
1953
Sq. Ft.
2,198
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
241191001000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Oct 20, 2014 • Final
Combination
Construct a new garage with a second-floor addition and a new bay. Convert the existing garage into a bedroom. Modify the foundation to a raised floor with a crawl space and install vent wells.
Addition
Remodel
Jun 6, 2014 • Final
Combination
Remodel the kitchen and bathroom of a single-family home. Replace windows and exterior doors, and remove and replace wood shingles on the roof. Replace rotted siding and sound board with plywood and vertical lap siding.
Bathroom
Kitchen
Remodel
Roofing
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room Information
Dining Room Description: No Formal Dining Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Bay, Ocean, Water
Roof: Tar and Gravel
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Slab
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,785
Property Information
Property Faces: West
Property Primary ID: 136171
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.36
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: Residential
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Carmel Unified
High School District: Carmel Unified
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,198
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1953
County: Monterey County
APN: 241191001000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
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Schools
Carmel River Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.3mi
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Carmel Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
7/10
Carmel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
10/10
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0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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8 days above 75° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
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$4.05M – $4.90M
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