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$896,391$488 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $625,000 on May 24, 2021

1653 DARWIN ST

SEASIDE, CA 93955
5
Beds
3
Baths
1,838 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
18
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$896K
$854K low$938K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$625,000 · May 24, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,715 (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.$854,268 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$386,427
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$467,841
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$676,518

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.28
66
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
40
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
14
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.33 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountyMONTEREY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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(2)

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
Martin Luther KingB-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Seaside High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Seaside Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Monterey Peninsula Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93955These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.341

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,272
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,541 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,065
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,694
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 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

1653 Darwin St 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 84% of homes in Seaside 93955
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Seaside 93955
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Seaside 93955
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Seaside 93955
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Seaside 93955

What homes are worth in Seaside 93955

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

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$448K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Seaside 93955.

How it measures up in Seaside 93955

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seaside 93955.

Estimated value$896,391
CheaperTypical $700,680Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$488
CheaperTypical $560Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,838 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,253 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 1653 Darwin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSeaside 93955Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$896,39184% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$48828% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,838 ft²80% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac73% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than197173% of homes48% of homes

About 1653 Darwin St

How much is 1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA is $896,391 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $854,343 to $938,439. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA last sell?

1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA last sold on May 24, 2021 for $625,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA?

1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,838 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA built?

1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA?

1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA is assigned to Martin Luther King (elementary), rated B-; Seaside High School (high), rated B-; Seaside Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Monterey Peninsula Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA compare to other homes in Seaside 93955?

Among the 7,031 homes in Seaside 93955, it is worth more than 84% of them ($896,391 against a typical $700,680), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($488 against a typical $560), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,838 ft² against a typical 1,253 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1971 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 63% 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 1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1653 Darwin St, Seaside, CA was $7,715. The county assessed it at $854,268.

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