Eclectic, effortlessly cool, and full of character, this completely reimagined Pacific Grove home brings a fresh take to the classic hometown bungalow. Remodeled from the ground up, the four-bedroom, three-bath residence blends mid-century sensibilities with modern comfort, offering a distinctive setting with ocean views, exceptional privacy, and inviting outdoor spaces. A versatile guest suite with its own full kitchen can stand on its own or be integrated into the main home, creating endless possibilities for guests, extended family, or an inspired work-from-home setup. An attached garage adds convenience, while the central location offers easy access to the best of the Monterey Peninsula, all within Pacific Grove's award-winning school district. With its laid-back vibe and flexible floor plan, this design-forward coastal hideaway features vintage character, modern versatility, and a personality all its own.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
6,600 sq ftLot Size
$1,247Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Tim Allen•DRE #00891159• Coldwell Banker Realty
Del Monte Park, located between Del Monte Boulevard and the Monterey Bay shoreline, is a residential and park-adjacent Pacific Grove neighborhood with a coastal breeze and a grid of walkable streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Del Monte Boulevard corridor near the Pacific Grove Golf Links, where golfers, walkers, and commuters pass a low-slung strip of local storefronts. Housing leans toward mid-century ranches and compact cottages, with tidy yards and mature trees shaping the streetscape. Del Monte Park anchors daily routines with open lawns, courts, and a playground. Nearby, the Pacific Grove Golf Links and the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail set a steady outdoor rhythm. For culture and a classic local night out, the Golden State Theatre, the Monterey Museum of Art, and the Lighthouse Cinema sit a short drive away.
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Offer insights
979 Syida Dr · $1,850,000
$1.86M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.86M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
18 days
The average home goes pending in 29 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Living room fireplace
Wood-burning fireplace
Dining area
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Heat pump
Wall furnace
Exterior features
Ocean view
Home design
2 stories
Parking
Attached garage
1 garage space
Construction
Slab foundation
Composition roof
Utilities
Public gas utilities
Public water
Electricity and solar
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Eclectic, effortlessly cool, and full of character, this completely reimagined Pacific Grove home brings a fresh take to the classic hometown bungalow. Remodeled from the ground up, the four-bedroom, three-bath residence blends mid-century sensibilities with modern comfort, offering a distinctive setting with ocean views, exceptional privacy, and inviting outdoor spaces. A versatile guest suite with its own full kitchen can stand on its own or be integrated into the main home, creating endless possibilities for guests, extended family, or an inspired work-from-home setup. An attached garage adds convenience, while the central location offers easy access to the best of the Monterey Peninsula, all within Pacific Grove's award-winning school district. With its laid-back vibe and flexible floor plan, this design-forward coastal hideaway features vintage character, modern versatility, and a personality all its own.
MLSListings #ML82022852
Oct 23, 2025
Sold
$1,075,000
$725/sq ft
Sep 28, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 28, 2025
Contingent
—
Sep 25, 2025
Listed
$1,150,000
$775/sq ft
Sep 25, 2025
Listed
*
+27
Set in the heart of Pacific Grove, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence offers warmth, character, and possibility. Vaulted wood-beam ceilings, skylights, and a striking mid-century cone fireplace create a cozy gathering space, while large windows invite in natural light and glimpses of the Monterey Bay. The flexible layout lends itself to a variety of lifestyles. The private suite above the garage enjoys sweeping ocean views, perfect for multi-generational living, a guest retreat, or a creative studio. Outdoors, the spacious backyard awaits fresh vision whether for entertaining, gardening, or creating a private coastal escape beneath the canopy of mature trees. With Pacific Grove's renowned schools, charming downtown, and the shoreline just minutes away, 979 Syida Drive offers an inviting canvas to reimagine and make your own.
MLSListings #ML81230840
Jan 11, 2013
Sold
$500,000
$337/sq ft
Dec 13, 2012
Pending
—
Aug 17, 2012
Listed
$529,500
$357/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 6, 1997
Sold
$270,855
$183/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 9, 1996
Sold
$265,000
$179/sq ft
Public Records
May 26, 1994
Sold
$235,000
$158/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 17, 1975
Sold
$32,500
$22/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 5, 1973
Sold
$26,500
$18/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,787 (+5.0%)
$800,000 + $275,000
$1,075,000
2024
$6,461 (−1.6%)
$430,993 + $184,707
$615,700
2023
$6,567 (+2.1%)
$422,543 + $181,086
$603,629
2022
$6,434 (+0.5%)
$414,258 + $177,536
$591,794
2021
$6,401 (+2.0%)
$406,136 + $174,055
$580,191
2020
$6,273 (+3.3%)
$398,173 + $170,643
$568,816
2019
$6,075 (+2.0%)
$394,091 + $168,894
$562,985
2018
$5,955 (+1.6%)
$386,364 + $165,583
$551,947
2017
$5,859 (−0.2%)
$371,362 + $159,154
$530,516
2016
$5,872 (+1.6%)
$371,362 + $159,154
$530,516
2015
$5,778 (+2.1%)
$364,081 + $156,034
$520,115
2014
$5,658 (+42.8%)
$351,589 + $150,681
$502,270
2013
$3,962 (+2.3%)
$351,589 + $150,681
$502,270
2012
$3,875 (+1.5%)
$224,835 + $133,375
$358,210
2011
$3,816 (+1.5%)
$220,427 + $130,760
$351,187
2010
$3,759 (+1.2%)
$216,105 + $128,197
$344,302
2009
$3,714 (+3.4%)
$214,490 + $127,239
$341,729
2008
$3,593
$215,000 + $127,542
$342,542
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,600 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1954
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,334
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,334
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
007621005000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential District
The regulations in this chapter shall apply in all R-1 districts, and shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 23.64 PGMC unless the provisions of this chapter are in conflict with said Chapter 23.64 PGMC, in which event the provisions of this chapter shall prevail.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 76° expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
8 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Pacific Grove, CA • 93950
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Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Pacific Grove. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.9 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 979 Syida Dr
$1,854,484
$4,484 over list price of $1.85M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.0M to $2.0M.