Offered for the first time in generations, the affectionately named "The Little House" is a classic Carmel Cottage in a secluded yet accessible slice of town. The charming home sits mere steps from Jane Powers Walkway, which provides direct access to the white sands of Carmel Beach. Shops, restaurants, galleries, and all the bustle of downtown is a few short blocks away, although it does not feel like it -- Palou is well-hidden and rarely frequented, as most people don't even know it exists. Making the most of its exceptional location, the charming cottage uses a simple and effective layout that includes two bedrooms, one bath, a cozy living room with a fireplace, and a generous deck. An ample front patio adorned with brick and Carmel Stone offers the perfect space to maintain a small garden, sip morning coffee, or dine al fresco. A sizeable backyard and storage shed complete the property. "The Little House" presents an unmissable opportunity to buy into the Carmel lifestyle at a location that offers all the most coveted benefits of the Golden Rectangle, at a fraction of the price.
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
4,000 sq ftLot Size
$2,477Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Staples Gannaway Staples Gannaway Team•DRE #70004321• Compass
Bought with Tim Allen•DRE #00891159• Coldwell Banker Realty
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Market trends in 93923, CA
Last updated October 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-list price
95.6%
0.4% MoM
Median sale price
$2.4M
$137K MoM
Avg. days on market
63d
21 days MoM
Recently sold homes
66
2 MoM
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Sale and tax history for 0 Palou 8 NW of Casanova
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML82036654
Jun 18, 2026
Sold
$1,900,000
$2,477/sq ft
May 26, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 1, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 28, 2026
Listed
*
Feb 27, 2026
Listed
$1,950,000
$2,542/sq ft
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MLSListings #ML81833562
Apr 2, 2021
Sold
$2,751,000
$3,587/sq ft
Apr 1, 2021
Pending
—
Mar 17, 2021
Contingent
—
Mar 11, 2021
Listed
$2,499,000
$3,258/sq ft
Don't miss a wonderful opportunity to see this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home located in the Golden Rectangle of Carmel. Home has an open living and dining concept with bamboo hardwood floors, skylights and fireplace for those cozy evenings. Property has a single car garage, private courtyard and is completely fenced. You can choose to take a short stroll to town to experience the many shops and dining establishments or to Carmel's legendary beach. Extra water credits if retrofitted and possible ocean views if a second floor was added for expansion.
Public Records
Apr 8, 1985
Sold
$245,000
$319/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 30, 1978
Sold
$83,500
$109/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 12, 1976
Sold
$89,500
$117/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$38,353 (+22.8%)
$2,539,384 + $1,104,660
$3,644,044
2024
$31,237 (+0.3%)
$2,489,593 + $1,083,000
$3,572,593
2023
$31,135 (+3.1%)
$2,440,778 + $478,604
$2,919,382
2022
$30,195 (+141.9%)
$2,392,920 + $469,220
$2,862,140
2021
$12,481 (+120.6%)
$2,346,000 + $460,020
$2,806,020
2020
$5,656 (+2.1%)
$751,783 + $347,334
$1,099,117
2019
$5,540 (+2.6%)
$213,578 + $241,442
$455,020
2018
$5,397 (+3.0%)
$209,391 + $236,708
$446,099
2017
$5,238 (+2.5%)
$201,261 + $227,517
$428,778
2016
$5,110 (+2.7%)
$201,261 + $227,517
$428,778
2015
$4,977 (+2.2%)
$197,315 + $223,056
$420,371
2014
$4,871 (+2.9%)
$190,545 + $215,403
$405,948
2013
$4,735 (+2.3%)
$190,545 + $215,403
$405,948
2012
$4,629 (+3.5%)
$189,684 + $214,430
$404,114
2011
$4,471 (+1.3%)
$185,965 + $210,226
$396,191
2010
$4,412
$182,319 + $206,104
$388,423
2009
$4,408 (+2.6%)
$180,957 + $204,564
$385,521
2008
$4,298
$181,387 + $205,050
$386,437
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2024
Sq. Ft.
1,545
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
010282023000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of this chapter is to establish standards and requirements for physical development in the R-1 single-family residential district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Dining Room Information
Dining Area
Family Room Information
No Family Room
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Flooring Information
Vinyl/Linoleum
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Inside
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Stories
Stories: 1
Year Built
Year Built Details: 6
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 767
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Private
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Utility Information
Gas: Public Utilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Public Utilities, Public Water
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: Carmel Unified
High School District: Carmel Unified
Location Information
MLS Area: Northwest Carmel
Street Name: Palou 8 NW of Casanova
Street Number: 0
WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 75
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,545
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Monterey County
APN: 010282023000
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Carmel River Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Carmel Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
7/10
Carmel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 76° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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In this area, properties receive around 10.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.96M – $2.37M
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