Welcome to Tranquility a one-of-a-kind 9.26-ACRE property that lives up to its name. Perched above the pristine waters of Elkhorn Slough, this rare offering combines natural beauty, rural lifestyle, and flexible income-generating potential. Currently licensed with the county and operating as a thriving short-term rental, Tranquility is already an established retreat. The cozy 2 bed / 1 bath home is fully functional as-is or can be expanded to suit your vision whether you're creating a larger residence, guest quarters, or event venue. This property is ideal for horse lovers, hobby farmers, or anyone dreaming of a countryside lifestyle. With nearly 10 acres of open, usable land, theres plenty of room for horses, livestock, gardens, or custom-built amenities. A paradise for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, the property is located in one of the best regions for viewing rare and migratory birds. Every sunrise and sunset here offers unmatched peace, quiet, and scenic beauty. Just a short drive from town, yet a world away from the noise, Tranquility offers the best of both worlds privacy, convenience, and endless possibilities. With potential for retreats, personal events, or future development, this is a unique opportunity to live, invest, or simply escape to something extraordinary
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
9.26 acresLot Size
$1,043Price/Sq.Ft.
50 spacesParking
Listed by Peter Boggs•DRE #02019610• Coldwell Banker Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82025127
Jul 4, 2026
Price Changed
$1,100,000
$1,043/sq ft
Jul 3, 2026
Price Changed
$1,100,000
$1,043/sq ft
Jun 13, 2026
Price Changed
$1,150,000
$1,090/sq ft
Jun 13, 2026
Price Changed
$1,150,000
$1,090/sq ft
May 25, 2026
Price Changed
$1,199,000
$1,136/sq ft
May 25, 2026
Price Changed
$1,199,000
$1,136/sq ft
May 18, 2026
Price Changed
$1,275,000
$1,209/sq ft
May 18, 2026
Price Changed
$1,275,000
$1,209/sq ft
Feb 8, 2026
Price Changed
$1,299,999
$1,232/sq ft
Feb 8, 2026
Price Changed
$1,299,999
$1,232/sq ft
Oct 17, 2025
Listed
$1,350,000
$1,280/sq ft
Oct 17, 2025
Listed
$1,350,000
$1,280/sq ft
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Welcome to Tranquility a one-of-a-kind 9.26-ACRE property that lives up to its name. Perched above the pristine waters of Elkhorn Slough, this rare offering combines natural beauty, rural lifestyle, and flexible income-generating potential.Currently licensed with the county and operating as a thriving short-term rental, Tranquility is already an established retreat. The cozy 2 bed / 1 bath home is fully functional as-is or can be expanded to suit your vision whether you're creating a larger residence, guest quarters, or event venue.This property is ideal for horse lovers, hobby farmers, or anyone dreaming of a countryside lifestyle. With nearly 10 acres of open, usable land, theres plenty of room for horses, livestock, gardens, or custom-built amenities.A paradise for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, the property is located in one of the best regions for viewing rare and migratory birds. Every sunrise and sunset here offers unmatched peace, quiet, and scenic beauty.Just a short drive from town, yet a world away from the noise, Tranquility offers the best of both worlds privacy, convenience, and endless possibilities. With potential for retreats, personal events, or future development, this is a unique opportunity to live, invest, or simply escape to something extraordinary
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81237098
Oct 17, 2025
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81017672
Oct 17, 2025
Listing Removed
—
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81719528
Oct 10, 2018
Sold
$450,000
$427/sq ft
Oct 10, 2018
Sold
$450,000
$427/sq ft
Aug 29, 2018
Pending
—
Aug 17, 2018
Listed
$399,900
$379/sq ft
Aug 17, 2018
Listed
$399,900
$379/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 2005
Sold
$665,000
$630/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 24, 2004
Sold
$559,000
$530/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 22, 2003
Sold
$409,000
$388/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 8, 2000
Sold
$280,000
$265/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 29, 2000
Sold
$235,000
$223/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,782 (+41.5%)
$369,791 + $142,225
$512,016
2024
$5,499 (+1.9%)
$362,541 + $139,437
$501,978
2023
$5,398 (+0.6%)
$355,433 + $136,703
$492,136
2022
$5,364 (+3.9%)
$348,464 + $134,023
$482,487
2021
$5,162 (+0.9%)
$341,632 + $131,396
$473,028
2020
$5,116 (+2.4%)
$334,934 + $128,820
$463,754
2019
$4,998 (−21.8%)
$331,500 + $127,500
$459,000
2018
$6,388 (+35.2%)
$325,000 + $125,000
$450,000
2017
$4,723 (+0.3%)
$300,000 + $140,000
$440,000
2016
$4,709 (+33.5%)
$300,000 + $140,000
$440,000
2015
$3,527 (+11.6%)
$275,000 + $138,000
$413,000
2014
$3,161 (+16.4%)
$212,000 + $70,000
$282,000
2013
$2,715 (−41.2%)
$212,000 + $70,000
$282,000
2012
$4,615 (−18.4%)
$188,000 + $62,000
$250,000
2011
$5,654 (+40.1%)
$350,000 + $75,000
$425,000
2010
$4,036 (+0.1%)
$425,000 + $100,000
$525,000
2009
$4,031 (−16.8%)
$275,000 + $100,000
$375,000
2008
$4,847
$275,000 + $100,000
$375,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9.26 Acres
Year renovated
1961
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,055
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,055
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
131061018000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
RC(CZ)
Resource Conservation Districts
The purpose of this chapter is to provide a district to protect, preserve, enhance, and restore sensitive resource areas in the County of Monterey. Of specific concern are the highly sensitive resources inherent in such areas such as viewshed, watershed, plant and wildlife habitat, streams, beaches, dunes, tidal areas, estuaries, sloughs, forests, public open space areas and riparian corridors. The purpose of this chapter is to be carried out by allowing only such development that can be achieved without adverse effect and which will be subordinate to the resources of the particular site and area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Research & development
Oct 13, 2025 • Final
Building
Demolish an unpermitted deck attached to a residential building to address a code violation.
Demolition
Apr 9, 2018 • Final
Electrical
Remove and replace an existing electrical panel with a new electrical panel.
Electrical
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 82° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Moss Landing, CA • 95039
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64
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 13265 Avila Rd
$1,056,687
$43K under list price of $1.10M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $780K to $1.1M.