Watch the whales from every room of your home! Wonderfully private and impeccably appointed, the 3,900 sf oceanfront residence enjoys endless awe-inspiring visual and acoustic performances by Mother Nature. The 4bed/3.5 bath retreat is situated on a tree studded, 2 acre lot in Otter cove, one of Carmel Highlands's most exclusive gated communities. Enjoy breathtaking oceanfront views, exceptional craftsmanship and design, and only the finest appointments from one of Monterey Peninsula's finest offerings.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
1.96 acresLot Size
$3,127Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by William Smith•DRE #01064866• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Sean Kranyak•DRE #01962452• Carlos Sanchez Broker
Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81339038
Redfin Estimate
$12,043,062
$2.7M since sold in June 2025$772K since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 135.1% higher than the average sale price ($5.12M) of 4 comparable homes.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81339038
Mar 13, 2015
Sold
$8,700,000
$2,259/sq ft
Mar 4, 2015
Pending
—
Feb 16, 2015
Contingent
—
Feb 14, 2015
Sold
$8,700,000
$2,259/sq ft
Nov 3, 2014
Relisted
—
Oct 31, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Oct 25, 2013
Listed
$10,700,000
$2,778/sq ft
Oct 24, 2013
Listed
$10,700,000
$2,778/sq ft
+23
Watch the whales from every room of your home! Wonderfully private and impeccably appointed, the 3,900 sf oceanfront residence enjoys endless awe-inspiring visual and acoustic performances by Mother Nature. The 4bed/3.5 bath retreat is situated on a tree studded, 2 acre lot in Otter cove, one of Carmel Highlands's most exclusive gated communities. Enjoy breathtaking oceanfront views, exceptional craftsmanship and design, and only the finest appointments from one of Monterey Peninsula's finest offerings.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80672846
Sep 4, 2007
Sold
$8,995,000
$2,336/sq ft
Sep 4, 2007
Price Changed
$8,995,000
$2,336/sq ft
Sep 4, 2007
Sold
$8,995,000
$2,336/sq ft
Jan 4, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Dec 21, 2006
Listed
$10,995,000
$2,855/sq ft
Dec 21, 2006
Listed
$8,995,000
$2,336/sq ft
+4
REDUCED by $1,000,000! The best lot in Otter Cove, 2 acres, ocean-front, Spectacular views, pathways and trails leading to private beach. House is equal to amazing surroundings, FULL COMMISSION! Ready for all offers!
MLSListings #ML80040969
Jan 3, 2001
Sold
$5,500,000
$1,428/sq ft
Jan 3, 2001
Sold
$5,500,000
$1,428/sq ft
Oct 3, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Sep 20, 2000
Listed
$5,500,000
$1,428/sq ft
Sep 20, 2000
Listed
$5,500,000
$1,428/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 10, 1987
Sold
$695,000
$180/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$109,416 (+3.0%)
$7,211,099 + $3,244,992
$10,456,091
2024
$106,271 (+0.5%)
$7,211,099 + $3,244,992
$10,456,091
2023
$105,721 (+3.4%)
$7,069,705 + $3,181,365
$10,251,070
2022
$102,238 (+1.0%)
$6,931,084 + $3,118,986
$10,050,070
2021
$101,225 (+2.2%)
$6,795,181 + $3,057,830
$9,853,011
2020
$99,066 (+1.9%)
$6,661,943 + $2,997,873
$9,659,816
2019
$97,172 (+1.9%)
$6,593,633 + $2,967,134
$9,560,767
2018
$95,361 (+2.1%)
$6,464,347 + $2,908,955
$9,373,302
2017
$93,390 (+1.6%)
$6,213,330 + $2,795,998
$9,009,328
2016
$91,910 (+1.4%)
$6,213,330 + $2,795,998
$9,009,328
2015
$90,633 (+59.5%)
$6,091,500 + $2,741,175
$8,832,675
2014
$56,814 (+21.8%)
$4,000,000 + $1,400,000
$5,400,000
2013
$46,663 (−31.1%)
$4,000,000 + $1,400,000
$5,400,000
2012
$67,703 (−10.1%)
$3,080,000 + $1,424,000
$4,504,000
2011
$75,343 (−6.2%)
$4,500,000 + $2,000,000
$6,500,000
2010
$80,345
$4,937,179 + $2,283,446
$7,220,625
2009
$80,414 (−11.7%)
$5,280,000 + $2,442,000
$7,722,000
2008
$91,042
$5,280,000 + $2,442,000
$7,722,000
Tax history for 30680 Aurora del Mar
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$109,416 (+3.0%)
$7,211,099 + $3,244,992
$10,456,091
2024
$106,271 (+0.5%)
$7,211,099 + $3,244,992
$10,456,091
2023
$105,721 (+3.4%)
$7,069,705 + $3,181,365
$10,251,070
2022
$102,238 (+1.0%)
$6,931,084 + $3,118,986
$10,050,070
2021
$101,225 (+2.2%)
$6,795,181 + $3,057,830
$9,853,011
2020
$99,066 (+1.9%)
$6,661,943 + $2,997,873
$9,659,816
2019
$97,172 (+1.9%)
$6,593,633 + $2,967,134
$9,560,767
2018
$95,361 (+2.1%)
$6,464,347 + $2,908,955
$9,373,302
2017
$93,390 (+1.6%)
$6,213,330 + $2,795,998
$9,009,328
2016
$91,910 (+1.4%)
$6,213,330 + $2,795,998
$9,009,328
2015
$90,633 (+59.5%)
$6,091,500 + $2,741,175
$8,832,675
2014
$56,814 (+21.8%)
$4,000,000 + $1,400,000
$5,400,000
2013
$46,663 (−31.1%)
$4,000,000 + $1,400,000
$5,400,000
2012
$67,703 (−10.1%)
$3,080,000 + $1,424,000
$4,504,000
2011
$75,343 (−6.2%)
$4,500,000 + $2,000,000
$6,500,000
2010
$80,345
$4,937,179 + $2,283,446
$7,220,625
2009
$80,414 (−11.7%)
$5,280,000 + $2,442,000
$7,722,000
2008
$91,042
$5,280,000 + $2,442,000
$7,722,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
Oct 24, 2025 • Final
Re-roof
Replace existing wood shake and shingle roofing with new copper metal roofing on a residential building.
Roofing
Aug 26, 2025 • Active
Combination
Perform an interior remodel of three bathrooms and a powder room.
Bathroom
Remodel
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.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 3
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 10
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Style Type: H-Shape
Construction Type: Wood
Building Construction Quality: Luxury
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: 588 CARMEL SUR
Living Sq. Ft: 3,851
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: TR 588 CARMEL SUR LOT 7 & RW
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 462
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 85,378
Legal Lot Number: 7
Acres: 1.96
County Use Description: 1 FAMILY RESID
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,851
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.96 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Monterey County
APN: 243341002000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Carmel River Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.5mi
9/10
Carmel Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
7/10
Carmel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
10/10
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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
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 74° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 10.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$11.44M – $13.85M
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