**Major Price Improvement** | **$ 1,465,000** Exceptional Value | 20 Steps to the Sand | **Beachfront** | Turnkey - Furnished | 2021 Updates
36 La Playa St presents a rare opportunity to own a modern, turnkey beachfront home in one of Monterey Bays premium front-row locations. Homes of this caliber are seldom available especially at this NEW PRICE point. The seller is ready for the next chapter, giving buyers and investors the chance to secure exceptional value in a market where true oceanfront is rarely offered. Enjoy unobstructed southwest-facing views of the bay, Cannery Row, the wharf & sparkling city lights from both the living room and primary suite. With approx. 1,425 sq.ft. (incl. 375 sq.ft. bonus), home features 2 Beds, 2.5 Baths and an open, light-filled plan. A 2021 renovation brought quartz counters, updated appliances, luxury plank floors & a cozy fireplace. The bonus lower level offers bunk beds, lounge, laundry & storageperfect for guests, or flexible rental use. Currently a proven Airbnb, the home is sold fully furnished with stylish coastal decor for immediate enjoyment. Whether a 2nd home, primary residence, or 1031 exchange, this rare beachfront gem delivers premium location, turnkey ease & lasting value. Seller to complete a 1031 exchange at no cost to buyer.
Sold for $1,420,000 on 10/31/25
$1,420,000
36 La Playa St, Monterey, CA 93940
2beds
1,156sqft
Townhouse, Residential
Built in 1967
990 Square Feet Lot
$1,415,100 Zestimate®
$1,228/sqft
$3,427 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 31, 2025 at 07:19am
Listed by:
Barbara Weidman 01931922 831-254-6559,
Compass 831-318-0150
Bought with:
Nancy Stebbins, 02187909
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82010907
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat
Bathroom
- Features: Granite, PrimaryStallShowers, ShowerandTub, UpdatedBaths, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea, DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,156
- Total interior livable area: 1,156 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Common
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Drought Tolerant Plants
- Pool features: Community, Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Garden/Greenbelt, Ocean, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean,Water
Lot
- Size: 990 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 001811036000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Monterey
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $700 monthly
- Amenities included: Community Pool, Community Security Gate
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: FHA, VALoan, CashorConventionalLoan
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