Within the duel gates of Bay Ridge, in the sunbelt of Monterey, dreams do come true. This spectacular home boasts five bedrooms and five bathrooms, with your own personal modifications possible, if desired. The primary suite is a grand statement upstairs, or pick the suite downstairs if you'd rather. Either way, it's a winning and tranquil retreat. Bay Ridge is close to almost everything and is known for it's warmth and style. This home has more than meets the eye, including special pockets of gardens, yards of yard, and open land that will remain that way. It could be yours to enjoy while enjoying the sunsets overlooking the rolling hills and acreage. Elegant entertaining is yours in the large distinctive dining room. Soaring, high ceilings make room for more sunbathed light filtering through. The chef's kitchen has its own great views that pair perfectly with an afternoon spent in the kitchen. This home offers lots of room to roam and tranquil sunsets and sunrises to enjoy. The unrivaled and captivating bay views and twinkling lights are unsurpassed in this home with a warm heart. This house was definitely designed with distinction, and with an architect like John Matthams, it has to be good.
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
1.6 acresLot Size
$473Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by The The Jacobs Team•DRE #70003531• KW Coastal Estates
Contact: 831-236-7976
Bought with David Hicks•DRE #02074844• Coldwell Banker Realty
If you want bay views with twinkling city lights, lots of space and privacy in a gated community AND with a fabulous floor plan, designed by renowned local architect John Matthams, with the ability to update to your own taste while keeping a lower tax base - then this is the place for you! Good news, beautiful hand-hewn hardwood floors and an incredible soaring stone fireplace are completed. Huge living room has 42-foot ceilings; dining room is over-sized, kitchen is large and laid out perfectly for cheffing and entertaining and the primary suite is an oasis away from everyone else with those same views and a fireplace. Stunning patio off living room and dining room set up perfectly for outdoor entertaining or just enjoying those fabulous sunsets. Add to all of this a large, temperature controlled wine cellar and a 5-car garage (wine cellar occupies the back portion of two garage bays) - this is a wonderful opportunity.
MLSListings #ML80926154
Sep 30, 2010
Sold
$1,575,000
$245/sq ft
Jun 1, 2010
Pending
—
May 5, 2010
Price Changed
$1,596,808
$248/sq ft
Mar 24, 2010
Price Changed
$1,685,000
$262/sq ft
Mar 11, 2010
Price Changed
$1,875,000
$291/sq ft
Feb 18, 2010
Price Changed
$1,939,000
$301/sq ft
Jan 25, 2010
Price Changed
$1,989,000
$309/sq ft
Nov 16, 2009
Price Changed
$2,295,000
$357/sq ft
Oct 22, 2009
Price Changed
$2,595,000
$403/sq ft
May 29, 2009
Listed
$2,995,000
$465/sq ft
+4
This John Matthams designed home behind the gates of Bay Ridge has a forever view to the Bay during the day and overlooks the city lights at night! A 35' cathedral ceiling in the living room with a penta star skylight bathes the home in sunlight! Upgraded with state-of-the-art electric, water, heating, and communication systems throughout.
Public Records
Feb 26, 1992
Sold
$1,800,000
$280/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 16, 1989
Sold
$231,500
$36/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 11, 1988
Sold
$166,000
$26/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 2, 1983
Sold
$2,031,000
$316/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,791 (−15.9%)
$816,000 + $1,326,000
$2,142,000
2024
$28,276 (+32.7%)
$800,000 + $1,300,000
$2,100,000
2023
$21,314 (−0.7%)
$850,000 + $1,700,000
$2,550,000
2022
$21,473 (+4.5%)
$434,237 + $1,519,855
$1,954,092
2021
$20,539 (+2.2%)
$425,723 + $1,490,054
$1,915,777
2020
$20,090 (+0.4%)
$417,376 + $1,460,838
$1,878,214
2019
$20,014 (+2.2%)
$413,097 + $1,445,859
$1,858,956
2018
$19,592 (−1.5%)
$404,998 + $1,417,509
$1,822,507
2017
$19,886 (+3.1%)
$389,272 + $1,362,466
$1,751,738
2016
$19,284 (+1.0%)
$389,272 + $1,362,466
$1,751,738
2015
$19,094 (+3.4%)
$381,640 + $1,335,751
$1,717,391
2014
$18,458
$368,545 + $1,289,915
$1,658,460
2013
$18,471 (+12.8%)
$368,545 + $1,289,915
$1,658,460
2012
$16,378 (−0.6%)
$366,880 + $1,284,086
$1,650,966
2011
$16,479 (−7.0%)
$322,000 + $1,150,000
$1,472,000
2010
$17,724 (−33.4%)
$322,000 + $1,150,000
$1,472,000
2009
$26,597 (+3.3%)
$350,000 + $1,250,000
$1,600,000
2008
$25,745
$480,624 + $1,922,508
$2,403,132
Tax history for 11538 Saddle Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,791 (−15.9%)
$816,000 + $1,326,000
$2,142,000
2024
$28,276 (+32.7%)
$800,000 + $1,300,000
$2,100,000
2023
$21,314 (−0.7%)
$850,000 + $1,700,000
$2,550,000
2022
$21,473 (+4.5%)
$434,237 + $1,519,855
$1,954,092
2021
$20,539 (+2.2%)
$425,723 + $1,490,054
$1,915,777
2020
$20,090 (+0.4%)
$417,376 + $1,460,838
$1,878,214
2019
$20,014 (+2.2%)
$413,097 + $1,445,859
$1,858,956
2018
$19,592 (−1.5%)
$404,998 + $1,417,509
$1,822,507
2017
$19,886 (+3.1%)
$389,272 + $1,362,466
$1,751,738
2016
$19,284 (+1.0%)
$389,272 + $1,362,466
$1,751,738
2015
$19,094 (+3.4%)
$381,640 + $1,335,751
$1,717,391
2014
$18,458
$368,545 + $1,289,915
$1,658,460
2013
$18,471 (+12.8%)
$368,545 + $1,289,915
$1,658,460
2012
$16,378 (−0.6%)
$366,880 + $1,284,086
$1,650,966
2011
$16,479 (−7.0%)
$322,000 + $1,150,000
$1,472,000
2010
$17,724 (−33.4%)
$322,000 + $1,150,000
$1,472,000
2009
$26,597 (+3.3%)
$350,000 + $1,250,000
$1,600,000
2008
$25,745
$480,624 + $1,922,508
$2,403,132
*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
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.6 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
5,860
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
416132026000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
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