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$1,044,447$817 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $740,000 on Oct 20, 2006

686 PARK AVE

MONTEREY, CA 93940
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,278 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$993K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$740,000 · Oct 20, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,942 (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.$1,011,255 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$683,285
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$327,970
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$950,000

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.15
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
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.
25
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
La MesaB+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Monterey High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Monterey Peninsula Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93940These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.355

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,837
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,156 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,487
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$138,191
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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

686 Park 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 82% of homes in Oak Grove
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Monterey County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Monterey County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Monterey 93940
  • Older than 97% of homes in Monterey County

What homes are worth in Monterey 93940

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

This home
$391K$3.7M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Monterey 93940.

How it measures up in Monterey 93940

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Monterey 93940.

Estimated value$1,044,447
CheaperTypical $1,046,256Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$817
CheaperTypical $679Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,278 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,579 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 686 Park Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOak GroveMonterey 93940Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,044,44782% of homes50% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$81761% of homes78% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,278 ft²42% of homes35% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac44% of homes11% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than192534% of homes5% of homes3% of homes

About 686 Park Ave

How much is 686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA is $1,044,447 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $993,009 to $1,095,885. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA last sell?

686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA last sold on Oct 20, 2006 for $740,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA?

686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,278 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA built?

686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old.

What schools serve 686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA?

686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA is assigned to La Mesa (elementary), rated B+; Monterey High School (high), rated B. All sit in Monterey Peninsula Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA compare to other homes in Monterey 93940?

Among the 9,309 homes in Monterey 93940, it is worth more than 50% of them ($1,044,447 against a typical $1,046,256), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($817 against a typical $679), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,278 ft² against a typical 1,579 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1925 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 71% 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 686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 686 Park Ave, Monterey, CA was $10,942. The county assessed it at $1,011,255.

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