Charming Country Retreat with Breathtaking San Juan Bautista Views! Experience the beauty of California country living in this spacious 3,100 sq. ft. hillside home! Soaring wood-beamed ceilings, a cozy fireplace, an expansive living room, generous bedrooms, and abundant windows create a warm, inviting atmosphere filled with natural light. The downstairs living area and bathroom offer a welcoming retreat for extended family or guests. Stroll along peaceful pathways to the chicken coop, barn, and paddocks, with plenty of room for horses and other animals. With a little TLC, the wraparound decks could become the perfect setting for morning coffee, sunset dinners, and relaxed California al fresco living. Come enjoy the views, tranquility, and possibilities of this special country property!
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
5.14 acresLot Size
$387Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kim O'Connor•DRE #01293385• Choice Homes & Land
Listed by Zackery O'Connor•DRE #01874008• Choice Homes & Land
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80150517
Oct 11, 2026
Listing Removed
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MLSListings #ML82064302
Oct 11, 2026
Listed
$1,199,999
$387/sq ft
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Charming Country Retreat with Breathtaking San Juan Bautista Views! Experience the beauty of California country living in this spacious 3,100 sq. ft. hillside home! Soaring wood-beamed ceilings, a cozy fireplace, an expansive living room, generous bedrooms, and abundant windows create a warm, inviting atmosphere filled with natural light. The downstairs living area and bathroom offer a welcoming retreat for extended family or guests. Stroll along peaceful pathways to the chicken coop, barn, and paddocks, with plenty of room for horses and other animals. With a little TLC, the wraparound decks could become the perfect setting for morning coffee, sunset dinners, and relaxed California al fresco living. Come enjoy the views, tranquility, and possibilities of this special country property!
MLSListings #ML81234983
Jul 8, 2013
Listing Removed
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Oct 11, 2012
Price Changed
$499,000
$161/sq ft
Oct 11, 2012
Price Changed
$449,000
$145/sq ft
Sep 21, 2012
Listed
$550,000
$177/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 14, 2002
Sold
$536,000
$173/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80164718
Mar 15, 2002
Sold
$530,000
$171/sq ft
Jan 12, 2002
Listing Removed
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Dec 28, 2001
Listed
$525,000
$169/sq ft
MLSListings #ML89945908
Feb 19, 2000
Sold
$420,000
$135/sq ft
Dec 17, 1999
Listing Removed
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Oct 21, 1999
Listed
$489,000
$158/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,292 (+7.3%)
$406,848 + $400,822
$807,670
2024
$8,659 (+2.5%)
$398,871 + $392,963
$791,834
2023
$8,448 (+1.2%)
$391,050 + $385,258
$776,308
2022
$8,344 (−0.4%)
$383,383 + $377,704
$761,087
2021
$8,381 (+0.4%)
$375,866 + $370,299
$746,165
2020
$8,345 (+6.2%)
$368,497 + $363,039
$731,536
2019
$7,855 (+4.1%)
$364,719 + $359,317
$724,036
2018
$7,548 (+1.8%)
$357,568 + $352,272
$709,840
2017
$7,414 (+1.9%)
$343,684 + $338,594
$682,278
2016
$7,278 (+1.4%)
$343,684 + $338,594
$682,278
2015
$7,181 (+5.9%)
$336,946 + $331,955
$668,901
2014
$6,778 (+19.7%)
$300,000 + $319,117
$619,117
2012
$5,661 (+0.3%)
$250,000 + $312,860
$562,860
2011
$5,647 (−9.3%)
$210,000 + $304,434
$514,434
2010
$6,224 (−6.1%)
$210,000 + $304,434
$514,434
2009
$6,626 (+0.5%)
$280,000 + $290,000
$570,000
2008
$6,591
$303,673 + $299,175
$602,848
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Lot size
5.14 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Benito County
APN
011240029000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
R
Rural District
The intent of this district is to allow very low-density residential development in areas within the county that are not primarily suited for agricultural uses, and lack infrastructure needed for higher density development. The R zone is intended to provide areas for mixtures of housing and small-scale agricultural uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Processing
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 91° expected this year, 12 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
San Juan Bautista, CA • 95045
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in San Juan Bautista. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.4 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1191 Merrill Rd
$1,190,163
$9,836 under list price of $1.20M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $990K to $1.3M.