Where the Oak Hills Meet the Slough. Royal Oaks is a rural pocket of north Monterey County, all rolling oak hills, working farms, and about 3,300 neighbors who came for the quiet. 620 Hidden Valley Road sits right in it, on a private lot with an expansive deck that runs the length of the hillside. You'll take your coffee out there most mornings, with the oaks close and the long view running down the valley. The kitchen has been fully remodeled with stainless appliances and white cabinetry, and the bathroom's been updated to match. Recessed lighting runs through the downstairs. The living areas are well separated, and the primary bedroom has ample space. Out back, a detached office gives you a workspace apart from the house. By evening, the deck becomes the main room. The solar system makes efficient energy. What sets the location apart is a short drive away. Kirby Park's ramp puts a kayak straight into Elkhorn Slough; seven miles of tidal channel that's home to sea otters, harbor seals, and more than 340 species of birds moving along the Pacific Flyway. Moss Landing and the open bay are just past it, and the beaches at Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Carmel are all within reach. A private place in the oaks, with one of the richest stretches of the California coast right down the road.
Single-familyProperty Type
1984Year Built
1.18 acresLot Size
$438Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Mario Desantis•DRE #02119587• Coldwell Banker Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82053495
Sep 17, 2026
Relisted
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Sep 17, 2026
Relisted
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Aug 28, 2026
Pending
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Aug 28, 2026
Contingent
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Aug 18, 2026
Relisted
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Aug 18, 2026
Relisted
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Aug 7, 2026
Pending
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Aug 7, 2026
Contingent
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Aug 4, 2026
Price Changed
$850,000
$438/sq ft
Aug 4, 2026
Price Changed
$850,000
$438/sq ft
Jul 14, 2026
Listed
$900,000
$464/sq ft
Jul 14, 2026
Listed
$900,000
$464/sq ft
+47
Where the Oak Hills Meet the Slough. Royal Oaks is a rural pocket of north Monterey County, all rolling oak hills, working farms, and about 3,300 neighbors who came for the quiet. 620 Hidden Valley Road sits right in it, on a private lot with an expansive deck that runs the length of the hillside. You'll take your coffee out there most mornings, with the oaks close and the long view running down the valley. The kitchen has been fully remodeled with stainless appliances and white cabinetry, and the bathroom's been updated to match. Recessed lighting runs through the downstairs. The living areas are well separated, and the primary bedroom has ample space. Out back, a detached office gives you a workspace apart from the house. By evening, the deck becomes the main room. The solar system makes efficient energy. What sets the location apart is a short drive away. Kirby Park's ramp puts a kayak straight into Elkhorn Slough; seven miles of tidal channel that's home to sea otters, harbor seals, and more than 340 species of birds moving along the Pacific Flyway. Moss Landing and the open bay are just past it, and the beaches at Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Carmel are all within reach. A private place in the oaks, with one of the richest stretches of the California coast right down the road.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81888667
Oct 15, 2022
Sold
$800,000
$412/sq ft
Oct 15, 2022
Sold
$800,000
$412/sq ft
Sep 20, 2022
Pending
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Aug 11, 2022
Price Changed
$799,000
$412/sq ft
Aug 1, 2022
Price Changed
$839,000
$432/sq ft
Jun 10, 2022
Price Changed
$849,997
$438/sq ft
Apr 26, 2022
Listed
$899,998
$464/sq ft
Apr 26, 2022
Listed
$799,000
$412/sq ft
+22
REDUCED! Private, quiet paradise setting on over an acre with amazing views! This beautiful well kept two-story home offers 3BR +loft, 2BA, owned solar panels with battery backup, purified/soft water system, wood flooring, wood burning fireplace, newer double-pane windows, skylights, bay windows, metal roof, abundant storage and more. Large courtyard/deck to entertain and enjoy with family and friends; take a walk down the path to a peaceful meditation area; or morning coffee overlooking nature from every direction. Great central location with easy access to Highway 1 or 101, shopping and restaurants. Don't miss this unique property. Priced to sell...motivated seller!
CRMLS #MB22062313
Apr 19, 2022
Listing Removed
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Apr 7, 2022
Price Changed
$974,999
$502/sq ft
Mar 29, 2022
Listed
$1,099,000
$566/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81471529
Aug 7, 2015
Sold
$590,000
$304/sq ft
Aug 7, 2015
Sold
$590,000
$304/sq ft
Jun 29, 2015
Contingent
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Jun 22, 2015
Listed
$592,500
$305/sq ft
Jun 22, 2015
Listed
$592,500
$305/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80646314
Dec 29, 2006
Sold
$687,500
$354/sq ft
Dec 29, 2006
Listing Removed
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Dec 8, 2006
Sold
$687,500
$354/sq ft
Jul 24, 2006
Listed
$699,000
$360/sq ft
Jul 24, 2006
Listed
$699,000
$360/sq ft
MLSListings #1
Nov 6, 2006
Price Changed
$699,000
$360/sq ft
Oct 12, 2006
Price Changed
$729,000
$376/sq ft
Sep 11, 2006
Price Changed
$769,000
$396/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 10, 2004
Sold
$518,000
$267/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80360192
Feb 12, 2004
Listing Removed
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Feb 12, 2004
Sold
$518,000
$267/sq ft
Dec 19, 2003
Sold
$518,000
$267/sq ft
Oct 27, 2003
Listed
$525,000
$270/sq ft
Oct 27, 2003
Listed
$525,000
$270/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 10, 1981
Sold
$50,000
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,135 (+2.2%)
$477,543 + $371,422
$848,965
2024
$8,936 (+1.8%)
$468,180 + $364,140
$832,320
2023
$8,777 (+20.9%)
$459,000 + $357,000
$816,000
2022
$7,262 (+4.0%)
$450,000 + $350,000
$800,000
2021
$6,986 (−0.1%)
$334,654 + $323,500
$658,154
2020
$6,994 (+1.2%)
$328,093 + $317,157
$645,250
2019
$6,909 (+1.8%)
$324,729 + $313,905
$638,634
2018
$6,787 (+5.8%)
$318,362 + $307,750
$626,112
2017
$6,412 (−4.0%)
$306,000 + $295,800
$601,800
2016
$6,677 (+35.7%)
$306,000 + $295,800
$601,800
2015
$4,919 (+29.2%)
$300,000 + $290,000
$590,000
2014
$3,806 (+9.8%)
$204,000 + $146,000
$350,000
2013
$3,467 (−0.1%)
$204,000 + $146,000
$350,000
2012
$3,472 (−4.4%)
$150,000 + $180,000
$330,000
2011
$3,631 (+17.7%)
$150,000 + $180,000
$330,000
2010
$3,085 (−34.7%)
$175,000 + $170,000
$345,000
2009
$4,728 (−7.4%)
$125,000 + $170,000
$295,000
2008
$5,105
$200,000 + $250,000
$450,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.18 Acres
Year renovated
1984
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,941
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,941
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
129231028000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
RDR/5(CZ)
Rural Density Residential Zoning Coastal Zoning
The purpose of this chapter is to provide a district to accommodate rural density and intensity uses in the rural and suburban areas of the County of Monterey where adequate services and facilities exist or may be developed to support such development. It is intended within this chapter to require adequate on-site facilities and amenities to assure proper, usable and livable development while allowing sufficient design flexibility to provide such development.
Mar 21, 2019 • Final
Plumbing
Install a water softener in an existing single-family home.
Plumbing
Jan 31, 2017 • Final
Pv roof-mounted
Install a new roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system with a battery backup on an existing single-family home. Construct a detached shed to store the battery pack and inverter, and install a new electrical sub-panel.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
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
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
3 days above 84° expected this year, 5 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
Royal Oaks, CA • 95076
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 9% for direct sun exposure in Royal Oaks. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
6.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 620 Hidden Valley Rd
$844,334
$5,666 under list price of $850K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $835K to $1.1M.