This elegant craftsman home is situated on almost a 1/2 acre of flat sunny land. The main house features 4 beds & 3 baths, 1 bed/bath of which have been partitioned into a JADU with separate entrance and soundproofed walls. This single level home has vaulted ceilings, open concept kitchen, and primary suite with walk-in closet & en-suite bath. Partially finished attic provides lots of storage. Recent updates include: interior paint, kitchen cabinet refinishing, exterior trim and eves patched and repainted, and more. There is a workshop in front that has been plumbed and has hot water and toilet. Continuing to the back of the property, a water tower has been creatively built out as an artist retreat. The upper floor features a murphy bed and gorgeous views of the ridgeline and adjacent flower farm. Adjacent to the water tower is a full bathroom with shower over tub and expansive views of the surrounding countryside. Two other structures include plenty of storage and a covered patio. Incredible landscaping and many fruit trees make this property an oasis of color and charm. This property gives you many options for entertaining, rentals, or multigenerational living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$639Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
7 spacesParking
Listed by Jesse Collins•DRE #02077797• Sotheby’s International Realty
Contact: 831-227-9987
Bought with Jesse Collins•DRE #02077797• Sotheby’s International Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82012888
Aug 25, 2025
Sold
$850,000
$557/sq ft
Aug 25, 2025
Sold
$850,000
$557/sq ft
Aug 21, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 4, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 4, 2025
Contingent
—
Jul 17, 2025
Price Changed
$899,000
$590/sq ft
Jul 17, 2025
Price Changed
$899,000
$590/sq ft
Jun 30, 2025
Listed
$999,000
$655/sq ft
Jun 30, 2025
Listed
$999,000
$655/sq ft
+55
This elegant craftsman home is situated on almost a 1/2 acre of flat sunny land. The main house features 4 beds & 3 baths, 1 bed/bath of which have been partitioned into a JADU with separate entrance and soundproofed walls. This single level home has vaulted ceilings, open concept kitchen, and primary suite with walk-in closet & en-suite bath. Partially finished attic provides lots of storage. Recent updates include: interior paint, kitchen cabinet refinishing, exterior trim and eves patched and repainted, and more. There is a workshop in front that has been plumbed and has hot water and toilet. Continuing to the back of the property, a water tower has been creatively built out as an artist retreat. The upper floor features a murphy bed and gorgeous views of the ridgeline and adjacent flower farm. Adjacent to the water tower is a full bathroom with shower over tub and expansive views of the surrounding countryside. Two other structures include plenty of storage and a covered patio. Incredible landscaping and many fruit trees make this property an oasis of color and charm. This property gives you many options for entertaining, rentals, or multigenerational living.
MLSListings #ML81632653
Dec 16, 2016
Sold
$490,000
$321/sq ft
Dec 16, 2016
Sold
$490,000
$321/sq ft
Dec 9, 2016
Contingent
—
Nov 27, 2016
Listed
$495,000
$325/sq ft
Nov 26, 2016
Listed
$495,000
$325/sq ft
You can have it all! Imagine all the advantages of living in your charming Cottage style home on a level . 46-acre site in perfect peace, privacy & magnificent views of the surrounding hills & mountains. Combine it w/ all the freedom and advantages of living in a rural neighborhood w/ room for all amenities that your heart desires including multiple car garages, accessory structures (subject to County approval). perfect for Boat and recreational vehicle parking. 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths plus office, separate bonus room and storage room, approx. 1401 sf. Level 20,038 sf site with 7 cars on-site parking. Relax and enjoy your renovated kitchen/family room with fireplace and hardwood floors throughout. Live, entertain and play in the great outdoors with outdoor kitchen, fireplace, bar and pizza oven in privacy of new fencing, and a lot more. A perfect setting for quite family enjoyment and those unforgettable large festive gatherings and entertaining.
Public Records
Jul 12, 1994
Sold
$100,000
$66/sq ft
Public Records
May 7, 1992
Sold
$105,000
$69/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 22, 1988
Sold
$675,353
$443/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,806 (+10.7%)
$500,000 + $350,000
$850,000
2024
$6,150 (+1.5%)
$266,931 + $301,749
$568,680
2023
$6,060 (+1.7%)
$261,698 + $295,833
$557,531
2022
$5,957 (+1.6%)
$256,567 + $290,033
$546,600
2021
$5,863 (+3.2%)
$251,537 + $284,347
$535,884
2020
$5,682 (+1.8%)
$246,605 + $278,772
$525,377
2019
$5,583 (+2.6%)
$244,077 + $275,914
$519,991
2018
$5,440 (+0.7%)
$239,292 + $270,504
$509,796
2017
$5,403 (+225.3%)
$230,000 + $260,000
$490,000
2016
$1,661 (+0.2%)
$230,000 + $260,000
$490,000
2015
$1,657 (+2.2%)
$90,244 + $65,893
$156,137
2014
$1,621 (−0.4%)
$87,148 + $63,633
$150,781
2013
$1,627 (+6.1%)
$87,148 + $63,633
$150,781
2012
$1,534 (+1.5%)
$86,755 + $63,346
$150,101
2011
$1,511 (+0.2%)
$85,054 + $62,104
$147,158
2010
$1,507 (−4.0%)
$83,387 + $60,887
$144,274
2009
$1,570 (+2.5%)
$82,764 + $60,432
$143,196
2008
$1,532
$82,961 + $60,576
$143,537
Tax history for 68 Live Oak Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,806 (+10.7%)
$500,000 + $350,000
$850,000
2024
$6,150 (+1.5%)
$266,931 + $301,749
$568,680
2023
$6,060 (+1.7%)
$261,698 + $295,833
$557,531
2022
$5,957 (+1.6%)
$256,567 + $290,033
$546,600
2021
$5,863 (+3.2%)
$251,537 + $284,347
$535,884
2020
$5,682 (+1.8%)
$246,605 + $278,772
$525,377
2019
$5,583 (+2.6%)
$244,077 + $275,914
$519,991
2018
$5,440 (+0.7%)
$239,292 + $270,504
$509,796
2017
$5,403 (+225.3%)
$230,000 + $260,000
$490,000
2016
$1,661 (+0.2%)
$230,000 + $260,000
$490,000
2015
$1,657 (+2.2%)
$90,244 + $65,893
$156,137
2014
$1,621 (−0.4%)
$87,148 + $63,633
$150,781
2013
$1,627 (+6.1%)
$87,148 + $63,633
$150,781
2012
$1,534 (+1.5%)
$86,755 + $63,346
$150,101
2011
$1,511 (+0.2%)
$85,054 + $62,104
$147,158
2010
$1,507 (−4.0%)
$83,387 + $60,887
$144,274
2009
$1,570 (+2.5%)
$82,764 + $60,432
$143,196
2008
$1,532
$82,961 + $60,576
$143,537
*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
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,525
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
181023010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
AC(CZ)
Agricultural Conservation Districts
The purpose of this chapter is to provide a district to preserve and enhance the use of relatively small pockets of prime agricultural soil and productive grazing lands in the County of Monterey while also providing the opportunity to establish support facilities for grazing uses and clustered residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Winery & vineyard
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Apr 26, 2024 • Final
Re-roof
Replace existing asphalt composition shingles with new asphalt composition shingles on a residential building.
Roofing
May 6, 2019 • Final
Electrical
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.
Amenities: Bay Window, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Communication: Satellite Dish
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,525
Property Information
2nd Residence Sq. Ft.: 336
Property Condition: Other (See Remarks)
Property Faces: South
Property Primary ID: 579410
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.46
Lot Description: Grade (Level), Views
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R1
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Well
Location
2nd Unit Information
Unit Description: Water Tower ADU
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Location Information
Take the Pajaro Rd exit off highwy 1 south. Stay right onto G12 (Hall Rd) South. Take right onto Johnson Rd. Take right onto Mcginnis and next right is Live Oak.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,525
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Monterey County
APN: 181023010000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
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Schools
Hall District Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Pajaro Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
2/10
Watsonville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 84° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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8 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$927,000 – $1.12M
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