With sweeping views of the tranquil Arroyo Carmel lake as its centerpiece, this beautifully remodeled home offers a truly special living experience. Nearly every detail has been thoughtfully updated, from the light-filled open kitchen with upgraded finishes and sleek design elements to the refreshed dining area and elegant ensuite bedrooms. Large windows and outdoor spaces, including 2 decks and a patio, frame the stunning water views and bring the natural beauty indoors. The two spacious ensuite bedrooms provide comfort and privacy, while the oversized two-car garage adds convenience. A new Composition shingle roof was installed August 2026. Ideally situated near shops, restaurants, and Carmel-by-the-Sea's renowned beaches, this home perfectly blends modern upgrades with serene, lakeside living.
CondoProperty Type
1976Year Built
$756Price/Sq.Ft.
$710/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Connie Snowdon•DRE #00542946• Sotheby’s International Realty
Listed by Pat Ward•DRE #01279813• Sotheby’s International Realty
Carmel, located between Carmel Valley Road and the Santa Lucia foothills, is a rural and village-style Carmel Valley Village neighborhood with vineyard views and oak-studded hillsides. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Carmel Valley Road corridor near Mid Valley Shopping Center, where tasting rooms, galleries, and patio dining set a relaxed, walkable rhythm. Architectural cues lean toward ranch homes, cottage-inspired builds, and low-slung residences that follow the valley’s contours. Folktale Winery & Vineyards, Bernardus Lodge & Spa, and the Sunset Center anchor local culture with wine, hospitality, and performing arts. Garland Ranch Regional Park frames the outdoor backdrop with trailheads and river scenery. The pace stays unhurried, shaped by open land, equestrian properties, and a strong connection to the valley landscape.
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Offer insights
3850 Rio Rd #42 · $1,149,000
$1.13M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.13M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
130 days
The average home goes pending in 55 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.4%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Walk-in closet
Utility room
Bedrooms
Walk-in closet (bedroom feature)
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Double sinks
Primary stall shower(s)
Stall shower
Shower over tub
Updated baths
Half bathroom on ground floor
Stone finishes in bath
Kitchen
Quartz countertops
Pantry
220V outlet
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Hood over range
Ice maker
Microwave
Gas oven range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry inside
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Heating & cooling
Central forced air (gas)
Gas log fireplace in living room
Exterior features
Balcony/patio
Deck
Drought-tolerant landscaping
Fenced front yard (wood)
Community heated in-ground pool with spa/hot tub
Community facilities
Home design
Planned Unit Development
2 stories
View of hills, lake, mountains and water
Parking
Detached garage
2 garage spaces
Common parking area and guest/visitor parking
Parking area
Construction
Composition/shingle roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Built in 2 (year value provided as '2' — data appears minimal)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas available with individual gas meters
Public utilities
Cable TV
HOA & community
Association: Arroyo Carmel
Monthly association fee
Association amenities include clubhouse, community pool, garden/greenbelt/trails, sauna/spa/hot tub, and tennis courts
Community of 92 units
Financial info
Listing terms: Cash or conventional loan
Other
Walk Score: 54
MLS area: Mission
Street address: 3850 Rio Rd #42, Carmel, CA 93923
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With sweeping views of the tranquil Arroyo Carmel lake as its centerpiece, this beautifully remodeled home offers a truly special living experience. Nearly every detail has been thoughtfully updated, from the light-filled open kitchen with upgraded finishes and sleek design elements to the refreshed dining area and elegant ensuite bedrooms. Large windows and outdoor spaces, including 2 decks and a patio, frame the stunning water views and bring the natural beauty indoors. The two spacious ensuite bedrooms provide comfort and privacy, while the oversized two-car garage adds convenience. A new Composition shingle roof was installed August 2026. Ideally situated near shops, restaurants, and Carmel-by-the-Sea's renowned beaches, this home perfectly blends modern upgrades with serene, lakeside living.
MLSListings #ML81839457
May 21, 2021
Sold
$917,000
$603/sq ft
May 13, 2021
Pending
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Apr 22, 2021
Contingent
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Apr 16, 2021
Listed
$849,000
$559/sq ft
+19
Best price for location & sq ft in Carmel. Panoramic views. LARGE 2-CAR GARAGE. Freshly painted. Sparkly clean! Popular Southside "lake-front" end-unit in peaceful location with private deck off master & patio off living room. FROM your FRONT-ROW SEAT, daily, you can observe the egrets, school of carp, mallards, & blue herons while surrounded by an audience of mountains & lush perennials. 2 large master en suites. Abundant closets (wall-to-wall, walk-in, pantry, storage). Half bath & laundry downstairs. South-facing sunny kitchen & dining with sliders onto privately fenced & gated patio with storage closet. Gorgeous views. Sprawling meadow borders this townhome to the South with river front & graced with Santa Lucia Headlands in the background. To the East is breathtaking Palo Corona Park. To the West & North, only a few steps away, are all the amenities you need: Safeway, CVS, P.O, fine & casual dining, Salons, boutiques, Sports supplies, Vet & pet stores. Bike to the Beach in 5 min!