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Bring your vision and make this property your own. Situated on approximately 33,000+ sq. ft. in a peaceful, private rural setting, this single-level home offers space, versatility, and endless possibilities. Double-pane windows throughout bring in natural light while framing views of the surrounding property. The living room features a large brick fireplace, creating a welcoming focal point. The kitchen offers tile flooring, built-in features, and a sunny breakfast nook with access to the backyard deck and outdoor space ready to become your own garden retreat. Additional features a convenient indoor laundry room, and attached two-car garage. Outside, a paved area offers potential for reconfiguration to accommodate larger vehicles. Enjoy terraced areas for gardening featuring Fuyu persimmon and other fruit trees. The backyard shed structure could be reimagined as a garden studio, workshop, or space for chickens, while a former fountain area adds to the possibilities. A large basement beneath the home provides additional potential for storage and easy access the home systems for renovation purposes. Enjoy the privacy, space, and opportunity to create a property that reflects your vision.
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
0.78 acresLot Size
$554Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Angela Savage•DRE #01934055• Steinbeck Real Estate, Inc.
Bring your vision and make this property your own. Situated on approximately 33,000+ sq. ft. in a peaceful, private rural setting, this single-level home offers space, versatility, and endless possibilities. Double-pane windows throughout bring in natural light while framing views of the surrounding property. The living room features a large brick fireplace, creating a welcoming focal point. The kitchen offers tile flooring, built-in features, and a sunny breakfast nook with access to the backyard deck and outdoor space ready to become your own garden retreat. Additional features a convenient indoor laundry room, and attached two-car garage. Outside, a paved area offers potential for reconfiguration to accommodate larger vehicles. Enjoy terraced areas for gardening featuring Fuyu persimmon and other fruit trees. The backyard shed structure could be reimagined as a garden studio, workshop, or space for chickens, while a former fountain area adds to the possibilities. A large basement beneath the home provides additional potential for storage and easy access the home systems for renovation purposes. Enjoy the privacy, space, and opportunity to create a property that reflects your vision.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,381 (+1.8%)
$24,628 + $89,919
$114,547
2024
$1,356 (+1.6%)
$24,146 + $88,156
$112,302
2023
$1,335 (+1.7%)
$23,673 + $86,428
$110,101
2022
$1,312 (+3.8%)
$23,209 + $84,734
$107,943
2021
$1,265 (+7.5%)
$22,754 + $83,073
$105,827
2020
$1,177 (+9.8%)
$22,308 + $81,445
$103,753
2019
$1,071 (+2.0%)
$22,080 + $80,610
$102,690
2018
$1,050 (+5.8%)
$21,648 + $79,030
$100,678
2017
$992 (−3.7%)
$20,808 + $75,962
$96,770
2016
$1,030 (+4.1%)
$20,808 + $75,962
$96,770
2015
$989 (+1.7%)
$20,400 + $74,473
$94,873
2014
$972 (+3.9%)
$19,701 + $71,919
$91,620
2013
$935 (+1.9%)
$19,701 + $71,919
$91,620
2012
$918 (−5.7%)
$19,612 + $71,594
$91,206
2011
$973 (+1.1%)
$19,228 + $70,191
$89,419
2010
$962 (−0.1%)
$18,851 + $68,815
$87,666
2009
$963 (+2.5%)
$18,711 + $68,301
$87,012
2008
$940
$18,756 + $68,464
$87,220
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.78 Acres
Year renovated
1974
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,398
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,398
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
125501020000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
LDR/1
Low Density Residential District
The purpose of this chapter is to provide a district to accommodate low density and intensity uses in the rural and suburban areas of the County of Monterey and to insure that allowable land uses are compatible in the area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Housing-Other
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Pastureland
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 84° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Prunedale, CA • 93907
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
6.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 8198 Messick Rd
$775,011
$11 over list price of $775K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $744K to $985K.