In 1951, visionary architect, Frank Wynkoop, designed and built an iconic oceanfront home in Carmel which is recognized worldwide as The Butterfly House. Featured in Architectural Digests AD100, A Century of Style, ADs, Most Beautiful Rooms in the World, & Thames and Hudsons 50 Most Iconic Architectural Masterworks in America. This winged icon, having gone through a massive renovation and restoration by acclaimed designer Jamie Bush, has been celebrated as a landmark architectural treasure, living art, & a near perfect example of mid-century architecture. The Butterfly House is just one of five true oceanfront properties in Carmel and one of the largest, incorporating its own beach and cove. A warm and inviting home with pool, hot tub, fire features, & extraordinary living space. Set amidst an ever-changing display of marine life, The Butterflys unique and special connection to nature and its beautiful surroundings brings joy, perspective, & happiness to all who experience it.
Sold for $29,000,000
$29,000,000
26320 Scenic Rd, Carmel, CA 93923
3beds
3,700sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1951
0.55 Acres Lot
$32,904,700 Zestimate®
$7,838/sqft
$71,581 Estimated rent
Home value
$32,904,700
$26.32M - $41.13M
$71,581/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 17, 2023 at 07:57am
Listed by:
Shelly Lynch 01217466 831-277-8044,
Carmel Realty Company 831-622-1000
Bought with:
Tim Allen, 00891159
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81903466
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, StallShower2plus, Stone, UpdatedBaths, PrimaryOversizedTub, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningAreainLivingRoom, DiningBar
Family room
- Features: Other, SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Stone, ExhaustFan, Pantry
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Radiant
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Built In Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Softener
- Laundry: Tub/Sink, Inside
Features
- Video Audio System, Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Stone
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Starter, Other Location, Outside, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,700
- Total interior livable area: 3,700 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Guest
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Fenced, Storage Shed Structure, Courtyard, Fire Pit, Drought Tolerant Plants
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Other, Pool/Spa Combo
- Spa features: Other, Pool/SpaCombo
- Fencing: Front Yard,Gate
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 009443002000
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Combination, Concrete Perimeter, Slab, Reinforced Concrete
- Roof: Flat, Other, TarGravel, Rock
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Generator, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Other, Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Carmel
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2023 | Sold | $29,000,000-27.5%$7,838/sqft |
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| 6/22/2023 | Pending sale | $40,000,000$10,811/sqft |
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| 5/31/2023 | Contingent | $40,000,000$10,811/sqft |
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| 8/11/2022 | Listed for sale | $40,000,000+190.4%$10,811/sqft |
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| 5/30/2013 | Sold | $13,772,700-28.3%$3,722/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $299,654 +3% | $28,560,000 +2% |
| 2024 | $291,065 +43.7% | $28,000,000 +46.2% |
| 2023 | $202,544 +3.4% | $19,157,520 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 93923
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Carmel River Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Carmel Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 10/10Carmel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: CarmelUnified
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.