This custom built home is an exquisite blending of green building, fine design & craftsmanship. Front door is master woodcarver's "Tree of Life depicting local floral & fauna. Rare straw bale construction provides superb insulation - 2-ft thick walls keep you cool in summer & toasty in winter. Lounge in the spacious living room w/ soaring ceilings & commanding 20-ft Arroyo Seco stone fireplace. Entertainer's kitchen serves as the heart of the home - glowing w/ warmth of teak, pecan & alder woods. Solar panel investment paid off 5+ yrs ago - now PG & E credit! Generac generator, whole house fan, rainwater capture, shared well. Many French doors open to expansive decks - enjoy panoramic views of hills & sky. 5.7 acre lot includes stone fruit & apple orchard protected by elk-rated fence, iris beds & seasonal pond. Soak in the outdoor hot tub under the stars. Small straw bale outbuilding, 3-car garage, copious storage. A unique private oasis offering sense of security & self sufficiency.
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
5.71 acresLot Size
$574Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Sandra Lynn Yagyu•DRE #01416210• The Jones Group-Coast & Country Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81926554
Aug 15, 2023
Sold
$1,500,000
$469/sq ft
Aug 15, 2023
Sold
$1,500,000
$469/sq ft
Aug 7, 2023
Pending
—
Jul 26, 2023
Contingent
—
May 22, 2023
Relisted
—
May 2, 2023
Listing Removed
—
May 1, 2023
Listed
$1,598,400
$500/sq ft
May 1, 2023
Listed
$1,598,400
$500/sq ft
+33
This custom built home is an exquisite blending of green building, fine design & craftsmanship. Front door is master woodcarver's "Tree of Life depicting local floral & fauna. Rare straw bale construction provides superb insulation - 2-ft thick walls keep you cool in summer & toasty in winter. Lounge in the spacious living room w/ soaring ceilings & commanding 20-ft Arroyo Seco stone fireplace. Entertainer's kitchen serves as the heart of the home - glowing w/ warmth of teak, pecan & alder woods. Solar panel investment paid off 5+ yrs ago - now PG&E credit! Generac generator, whole house fan, rainwater capture, shared well. Many French doors open to expansive decks - enjoy panoramic views of hills & sky. 5.7 acre lot includes stone fruit & apple orchard protected by elk-rated fence, iris beds & seasonal pond. Soak in the outdoor hot tub under the stars. Small straw bale outbuilding, 3-car garage, copious storage. A unique private oasis offering sense of security & self sufficiency.
Public Records
May 12, 1999
Sold
$200,000
$63/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 18, 1990
Sold
$185,000
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,668 (+6.2%)
$510,000 + $1,049,000
$1,559,000
2024
$16,642 (−13.7%)
$510,000 + $1,049,000
$1,559,000
2023
$19,287 (+11.1%)
$500,000 + $1,000,000
$1,500,000
2022
$17,355 (+10.7%)
$262,000 + $1,513,000
$1,775,000
2021
$15,676 (+7.6%)
$229,000 + $1,326,000
$1,555,000
2020
$14,574 (−0.1%)
$212,000 + $1,228,000
$1,440,000
2019
$14,589 (+1.8%)
$200,000 + $1,155,000
$1,355,000
2018
$14,325 (+14.4%)
$197,000 + $1,138,000
$1,335,000
2017
$12,517 (+2.1%)
$164,000 + $945,000
$1,109,000
2016
$12,257 (+9.6%)
$164,000 + $945,000
$1,109,000
2015
$11,182 (+10.7%)
$162,000 + $936,000
$1,098,000
2014
$10,103 (+4.7%)
$135,000 + $779,000
$914,000
2013
$9,652 (+21.9%)
$135,000 + $779,000
$914,000
2012
$7,919 (−21.2%)
$128,000 + $741,000
$869,000
2011
$10,053 (−7.4%)
$350,000 + $368,000
$718,000
2010
$10,857 (+0.3%)
$452,226 + $452,226
$904,452
2009
$10,829 (−38.8%)
$491,550 + $491,550
$983,100
2008
$17,689
$491,550 + $491,550
$983,100
Tax history for 38 Calera Canyon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,668 (+6.2%)
$510,000 + $1,049,000
$1,559,000
2024
$16,642 (−13.7%)
$510,000 + $1,049,000
$1,559,000
2023
$19,287 (+11.1%)
$500,000 + $1,000,000
$1,500,000
2022
$17,355 (+10.7%)
$262,000 + $1,513,000
$1,775,000
2021
$15,676 (+7.6%)
$229,000 + $1,326,000
$1,555,000
2020
$14,574 (−0.1%)
$212,000 + $1,228,000
$1,440,000
2019
$14,589 (+1.8%)
$200,000 + $1,155,000
$1,355,000
2018
$14,325 (+14.4%)
$197,000 + $1,138,000
$1,335,000
2017
$12,517 (+2.1%)
$164,000 + $945,000
$1,109,000
2016
$12,257 (+9.6%)
$164,000 + $945,000
$1,109,000
2015
$11,182 (+10.7%)
$162,000 + $936,000
$1,098,000
2014
$10,103 (+4.7%)
$135,000 + $779,000
$914,000
2013
$9,652 (+21.9%)
$135,000 + $779,000
$914,000
2012
$7,919 (−21.2%)
$128,000 + $741,000
$869,000
2011
$10,053 (−7.4%)
$350,000 + $368,000
$718,000
2010
$10,857 (+0.3%)
$452,226 + $452,226
$904,452
2009
$10,829 (−38.8%)
$491,550 + $491,550
$983,100
2008
$17,689
$491,550 + $491,550
$983,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, In Primary Bedroom, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air, Whole House Fan
Heating: Central Forced Air, Propane
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Hills
Roof: Clay
Yard/Grounds: Drought Tolerant Plants, Gray Water System, Storage Shed/Structure
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Other
Post & Beam
Property Features
Amenities: High Ceiling, Inverted Floor Plan, Walk-In Closet
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,200
Security Features: Fire System (Sprinkler)
Property Information
2nd Residence Sq. Ft.: 1
Horse Property: Possible
Property Condition: Built/ Remodeled Green
Property Faces: East
Property Primary ID: 368742
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 5.71
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: Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Green/Resource Efficient Features, Solar Power, Tankless Water Heater, Walls Insulated, Whole House Fan, Other (See Remarks)
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Generator, Individual Electric Meters, Propane On Site, Solar Panels - Owned
Water Information
Water: Well (Shared)
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School District: Washington Union Elementary
High School District: Salinas Union High
Location Information
Directions: Highway 68 to Corral de Tierra. Go straight approx 2 miles to stop sign (4-way stop). Keep straight - go exactly 6/10 mile ( traffic mirror on left). Make sharp right at mirror - go over bridge. Follow road uphill 1/2 mile - look for American flag.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,200
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.71 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Monterey County
APN: 416361067000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
San Benancio Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
Salinas High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.9mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 84° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
15 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Salinas, CA • 93908
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
11 hrs
4.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.75M – $2.11M
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