Looking for a small slice of paradise? Come see this cozy beach cottage with peeks of the bay. This 1 bedroom, 1 bath house is the perfect size for a couple or individual and includes a small bonus room currently used as laundry and office. In the last 5 years the bathroom has been fully renovated, the kitchen and laundry/office have received flooring and counter upgrades, the majority of the plumbing has been replaced and a new electrical panel has been installed. LED lighting has been installed throughout. The house features double pane windows and original wood floors. Enjoy the outdoor space planted with all native and/or drought-tolerant plants designed to attract pollinators and recently designated as a Certified Wildlife Habitat. A few raised planter beds make it easy to grow veggies and there is room to add more. Seller has documented all plantings in a landscape plan available for your use. The neighborhood park is just a few doors down.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
3,485 sq ftLot Size
$885Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by John Skinner•DRE #00370864• Sherman & Boone Realtors
Contact: 831-359-8624
Bought with Bryan Brash•DRE #02083273• Sotheby’s International Realty
Grandma preserved this Sweet Bungalow Starter Home just for you! Enjoy an ocean peek from the kitchen window! Large yard is ideal for a garden or pet. Gleeming original hard wood floors reflected by ample sunlight welcome you into this cozy home. One large bedroom, bonus room off of the kitchen could be used as a small guest room, craft room, or laundry. Minimalist eat-in kitchen with everything you need at your fingertips. This home has been upgraded with new dual pane windows, new gas range, and refreshed bathroom fixtures. Laundry hook ups and washer in garage. All appliances are included in the sale. Neighborhood playground is just a few paces away. Perfect for a second story expansion! Come make this cozy love nest your home. Back up offers are still accepted.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,582 (+7.9%)
$331,223 + $166,753
$497,976
2024
$5,172 (+0.3%)
$324,729 + $163,484
$488,213
2023
$5,158 (+1.4%)
$318,362 + $160,279
$478,641
2022
$5,087 (+1.5%)
$312,120 + $157,137
$469,257
2021
$5,013 (+33.8%)
$306,000 + $154,056
$460,056
2020
$3,746 (−4.6%)
$300,000 + $151,036
$451,036
2019
$3,926 (+4.1%)
$216,485 + $135,304
$351,789
2018
$3,770 (+8.0%)
$212,241 + $132,651
$344,892
2017
$3,492 (+1,405.2%)
$204,000 + $127,500
$331,500
2016
$232 (+1.8%)
$204,000 + $127,500
$331,500
2015
$228 (+1.3%)
$4,326 + $16,984
$21,310
2014
$225 (+2.6%)
$4,179 + $16,402
$20,581
2013
$219 (+1.6%)
$4,179 + $16,402
$20,581
2012
$216 (+24.8%)
$4,161 + $16,328
$20,489
2011
$173 (+3.5%)
$4,080 + $16,008
$20,088
2010
$167
$4,000 + $15,695
$19,695
2009
$167 (+2.8%)
$3,971 + $15,578
$19,549
2008
$163
$3,981 + $15,615
$19,596
Tax history for 1261 Harding St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,582 (+7.9%)
$331,223 + $166,753
$497,976
2024
$5,172 (+0.3%)
$324,729 + $163,484
$488,213
2023
$5,158 (+1.4%)
$318,362 + $160,279
$478,641
2022
$5,087 (+1.5%)
$312,120 + $157,137
$469,257
2021
$5,013 (+33.8%)
$306,000 + $154,056
$460,056
2020
$3,746 (−4.6%)
$300,000 + $151,036
$451,036
2019
$3,926 (+4.1%)
$216,485 + $135,304
$351,789
2018
$3,770 (+8.0%)
$212,241 + $132,651
$344,892
2017
$3,492 (+1,405.2%)
$204,000 + $127,500
$331,500
2016
$232 (+1.8%)
$204,000 + $127,500
$331,500
2015
$228 (+1.3%)
$4,326 + $16,984
$21,310
2014
$225 (+2.6%)
$4,179 + $16,402
$20,581
2013
$219 (+1.6%)
$4,179 + $16,402
$20,581
2012
$216 (+24.8%)
$4,161 + $16,328
$20,489
2011
$173 (+3.5%)
$4,080 + $16,008
$20,088
2010
$167
$4,000 + $15,695
$19,695
2009
$167 (+2.8%)
$3,971 + $15,578
$19,549
2008
$163
$3,981 + $15,615
$19,596
*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
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,485
Year renovated
1948
Sq. Ft.
672
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
012337005000
Parking Spaces
1
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Apr 19, 2025.
RS-12
Single-Family Residential Zone
The RS zone is applied to areas of the City that are appropriate for neighborhoods of detached single-family dwellings, surrounding the more densely developed core of the City. The maximum allowable residential density within the RS zone is up to 8 du per acre in areas designated Low Density Single-Family Residential RLS by the General Plan and shown on the Zoning Map as RS-8, and up to 12 du per acre in areas designated Medium Density Single-Family Residential RMS by the General Plan and shown on the Zoning Map as RS-12. The RS zone implements and is consistent with the Low Density Single-Family Residential RLS and Medium Density Single-Family Residential RMS land use designations of the General Plan, with maximum allowable density indicated on the Zoning Map by either a numerical suffix to the RS designation.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Detached, On Street
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 1
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 1
Bedrooms: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bathroom Description: Full on Ground Floor, Shower Over Tub
Room Information
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Living Room
Interior Features
Laundry: In Utility Room
Flooring: Hardwood
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Gas, Wall Furnace
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Complete Perimeter
Roof: Composition
Yard/Grounds: Barbecue Area, Deck, Dog Run/Kennel, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 672
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 351671
Land Information
Soil: Sandy
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.08
Lot Description: Grade (Gently Sloped)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: Residential
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Individual Water Meter, Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Monterey Peninsula Unified
High School District: Monterey Peninsula Unified
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 672
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 1
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1948
County: Monterey County
APN: 012337005000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Apr 19, 2025
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Seaside Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
4/10
Seaside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 79° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Seaside, CA • 93955
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.8 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.8 hrs
4.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$565,000 – $684,000
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