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$643,733$1,095 / 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 96How 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 $130,000 on Feb 14, 2017

740 TAYLOR ST

MONTEREY, CA 93940
2
Beds
1
Baths
588 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.
1954
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$644K
$616K low$671K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$130,000 · Feb 14, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,453 (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.$639,242 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$532,705
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,537
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$626,709

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.
34
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
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.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(3)

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(2)

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

E
Monte VistaB+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Monterey High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 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

740 Taylor 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 less than 96% of homes in New Monterey
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in New Monterey
  • Among the smallest homes in New Monterey
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in New Monterey
  • Older than 76% 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
$371K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 15% 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$643,733
CheaperTypical $1,043,110Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1095
CheaperTypical $681Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area588 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,576 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 740 Taylor St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew MontereyMonterey 93940Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$643,7334% of homes15% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$109595% of homes95% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than588 ft²almost no homes3% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac87% of homes51% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than195445% of homes35% of homes24% of homes

About 740 Taylor St

How much is 740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA is $643,733 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $616,109 to $671,357. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA last sell?

740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA last sold on Feb 14, 2017 for $130,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA?

740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 588 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA built?

740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA?

740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA is assigned to Monte Vista (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 740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA compare to other homes in Monterey 93940?

Among the 9,309 homes in Monterey 93940, it is worth more than 15% of them ($643,733 against a typical $1,043,110), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($1095 against a typical $681), it is bigger than 3% of them (588 ft² against a typical 1,576 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1954 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 31% 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 740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 740 Taylor St, Monterey, CA was $7,453. The county assessed it at $639,242.

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