Escape to your own private, gated retreat set on nearly 5 acres in the scenic hills of Royal Oaks. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath country home offers privacy, usable acreage, and a peaceful rural setting - yet remains just minutes from Watsonville, Salinas, Highway 101, and the Monterey Bay. Two detached studios offer flexible space for remote work, an art studio, or a yoga/meditation retreat, while reliable Starlink internet lets you work from atop the rolling hills while soaking in sweeping views of Elkhorn Slough and the valley beyond. Zoned RDR/5, the property opens the door to build an ADU, garage, or workshop - ideal for a home office, guest suite, or added income potential. The nearly five-acre parcel offers room to roam, including a lower area currently used as a productive garden, perfect for hobby farming or extra parking for equipment, RVs, or vehicles. Nature lovers will delight in the property's charming owl nesting box, complete with camera, which has already welcomed 5 fledgling owls. Best of all, this home qualifies for VA, FHA, and conventional financing, opening the door to a wide range of buyers seeking Monterey County acreage or a country retreat with land. Don't miss this rare blend of history, privacy, and possibility - schedule your showing today!
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
1,375
Lot Size
202,554 sqft
Year Built
1969
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
128
Garage Total
0
MLS #
ML82035014
Interior Features
Workshop
Flooring
Laminate, Tile, Wood
Fireplace
Pellet Stove
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Ice Maker, Refrigerator
Heating
Baseboard
Total Parking Spaces
8
Carport Spaces
1
Parking Features
Carport, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Uncovered
Patio & Porch
Deck
Fencing
Partial
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Composition, Shingle
Direction Faced
Southwest
Lot Features
Secluded
Water Source
Well
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| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
2 | Elkhorn Elementary Elementary School |
1 | Hall District Elementary Elementary School |
2 | Echo Valley Elementary Elementary School |
4 | North Monterey County High High School |
1 | Ohlone Elementary Elementary School |
Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Based on price, location, and features