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$1,282,537$1,344 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $345,000 on Jul 15, 1998

142 FOREST AVE

PACIFIC GROVE, CA 93950
2
Beds
2
Baths
954 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,800 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$345,000 · Jul 15, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,967 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$551,655 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$439,733
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$111,922
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$540,839

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.8
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
13
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
26
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMONTEREY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1915
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Robert Down Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Pacific Grove Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Pacific Grove High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Pacific Grove Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93950These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.140
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.359

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,126
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,112 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,934
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$139,453
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.79%

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How this home compares

142 Forest Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 78% of homes in Monterey County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Monterey County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Monterey County
  • Among the smallest lots in Monterey County
  • Among the oldest homes in Monterey County

What homes are worth in Pacific Grove 93950

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$744K$3.4M

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Pacific Grove 93950.

How it measures up in Pacific Grove 93950

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pacific Grove 93950.

Estimated value$1,282,537
CheaperTypical $1,313,682Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1344
CheaperTypical $958Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area954 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,469 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size1,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 142 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePacific Grove RetreatPacific Grove 93950Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,282,53739% of homes47% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$134475% of homes89% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than954 ft²20% of homes14% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,800 ft²11% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than190521% of homes6% of homesalmost no homes

About 142 Forest Ave

How much is 142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA is $1,282,537 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,163,313 to $1,401,761. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA last sell?

142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA last sold on Jul 15, 1998 for $345,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA?

142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 954 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA built?

142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA?

142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA is assigned to Robert Down Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Pacific Grove Middle School (middle), rated A; Pacific Grove High School (high), rated A. All sit in Pacific Grove Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA compare to other homes in Pacific Grove 93950?

Among the 5,704 homes in Pacific Grove 93950, it is worth more than 47% of them ($1,282,537 against a typical $1,313,682), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($1344 against a typical $958), it is bigger than 14% of them (954 ft² against a typical 1,469 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (1,800 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1905 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 78% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 142 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA was $5,967. The county assessed it at $551,655.

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