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There's something special about Ripple Avenue. Located in Pacific Grove's desirable Beach Tract neighborhood, just three blocks from the ocean, this classic three-bedroom, two-bath home offers 1,388 square feet of living space in a sought-after coastal setting. Inside, open-beamed ceilings add warmth and character, while dual-pane windows, a new roof, and fresh interior and exterior paint provide thoughtful updates. A spacious primary suite offers a comfortable retreat, while outside, mature drought-tolerant landscaping, a charming stone pathway, and a stone patio create inviting spaces to relax and enjoy the coastal air. But what makes this property special is its setting. Ripple Avenue has the kind of neighborhood feel where neighbors know one another, conversations happen naturally, and a genuine sense of community exists. Just a short distance from the coastline, recreational trail, local golf course, and downtown Pacific Grove, the location makes it easy to enjoy everything that makes this coastal town special. Whether you're searching for a primary residence or a second home by the sea, 1017 Ripple Avenue offers an opportunity to enjoy the charm, community, and relaxed coastal lifestyle that make Pacific Grove such a special place to call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
5,502 sq ftLot Size
$1,224Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Ben Ottmar•DRE #01503930• Bay Homes and Estates
Pacific Grove Beach, located between Lovers Point Park and Asilomar State Beach, is a coastal and walkable Pacific Grove neighborhood with a rocky shoreline and a classic oceanfront promenade. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Ocean View Boulevard at Lovers Point, where beach paths, kayak rentals, and café patios set a salt-air rhythm. The Beach House Restaurant + Bar anchors waterfront dining, while the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and the historic Point Pinos Lighthouse add local texture. Low-slung cottages and tidy bungalows mix with ocean-view condos near the Recreation Trail. Pocket beaches, tidepools, and cypress groves shape daily routines. Sunset watchers and morning runners share the same wide horizon.
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Offer insights
1017 Ripple · $1,699,000
$1.73M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.73M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
3 days
The average home goes pending in 29 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dining area
Gas-burning fireplace
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Shower over tub
Stall shower
Kitchen
Granite countertops
Microwave
Built-in gas oven range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry in garage
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Heating & cooling
Wall furnace
Home design
One story
North-facing
Parking
Attached garage
One-car garage
Off-street parking
Construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
Public utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Financial info
Cash or conventional financing
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
There's something special about Ripple Avenue. Located in Pacific Grove's desirable Beach Tract neighborhood, just three blocks from the ocean, this classic three-bedroom, two-bath home offers 1,388 square feet of living space in a sought-after coastal setting. Inside, open-beamed ceilings add warmth and character, while dual-pane windows, a new roof, and fresh interior and exterior paint provide thoughtful updates. A spacious primary suite offers a comfortable retreat, while outside, mature drought-tolerant landscaping, a charming stone pathway, and a stone patio create inviting spaces to relax and enjoy the coastal air. But what makes this property special is its setting. Ripple Avenue has the kind of neighborhood feel where neighbors know one another, conversations happen naturally, and a genuine sense of community exists. Just a short distance from the coastline, recreational trail, local golf course, and downtown Pacific Grove, the location makes it easy to enjoy everything that makes this coastal town special. Whether you're searching for a primary residence or a second home by the sea, 1017 Ripple Avenue offers an opportunity to enjoy the charm, community, and relaxed coastal lifestyle that make Pacific Grove such a special place to call home.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81584641
Apr 21, 2017
Listing Removed
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Jun 28, 2016
Listing Removed
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May 10, 2016
Listed
$1,275,000
$919/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 11, 2003
Sold
$646,500
$466/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80332892
Jul 11, 2003
Listing Removed
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Jun 16, 2003
Sold
$646,250
$466/sq ft
Jun 10, 2003
Listed
$635,000
$457/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 26, 1970
Sold
$29,500
$21/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,622 (+5.1%)
$725,136 + $259,939
$985,075
2024
$10,111 (−1.2%)
$710,918 + $254,843
$965,761
2023
$10,230 (+2.1%)
$696,979 + $249,847
$946,826
2022
$10,022 (+0.5%)
$683,313 + $244,949
$928,262
2021
$9,971 (+2.1%)
$669,915 + $240,147
$910,062
2020
$9,771 (+3.3%)
$656,780 + $235,439
$892,219
2019
$9,460 (+2.0%)
$650,046 + $233,025
$883,071
2018
$9,271 (+1.7%)
$637,300 + $228,456
$865,756
2017
$9,120 (+7.4%)
$612,553 + $219,586
$832,139
2016
$8,488 (+7.6%)
$612,553 + $219,586
$832,139
2015
$7,889 (+13.6%)
$557,000 + $200,000
$757,000
2014
$6,946 (+11.2%)
$456,000 + $164,000
$620,000
2013
$6,248 (−15.5%)
$456,000 + $164,000
$620,000
2012
$7,398 (−1.4%)
$414,000 + $148,000
$562,000
2011
$7,500 (+0.7%)
$492,507 + $176,555
$669,062
2010
$7,446 (+1.5%)
$492,507 + $176,555
$669,062
2009
$7,338 (−7.7%)
$492,507 + $176,555
$669,062
2008
$7,950
$492,507 + $176,555
$669,062
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1954
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,026
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,026
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
006061017000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential District
The regulations in this chapter shall apply in all R-1 districts, and shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 23.64 PGMC unless the provisions of this chapter are in conflict with said Chapter 23.64 PGMC, in which event the provisions of this chapter shall prevail.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 74° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
8 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Pacific Grove, CA • 93950
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Pacific Grove. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 1017 Ripple
$1,721,811
$23K over list price of $1.70M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.2M to $2.2M.