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$2,479,552$2,220 / 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 90How 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 $2,315,000 on Nov 4, 2024

862 STERLING WAY

CARMEL, CA 93921
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,117 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1943
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.5M
$2.2M low$2.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,315,000 · Nov 4, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$26,155 (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.$2,361,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,836,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$525,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,315,000

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.16
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
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.
31
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
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.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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.

H
Carmel High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Carmel River Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Carmel Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Carmel Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93921These 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.190
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.362

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.61%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.50%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.0.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.630
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,706 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,578
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,181
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 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

862 Sterling Way 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 91% of homes in Monterey County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Monterey County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Carmel by the Sea 93921
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Monterey County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Monterey County

What homes are worth in Carmel by the Sea 93921

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

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$1.6M$10M

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Carmel by the Sea 93921.

How it measures up in Carmel by the Sea 93921

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carmel by the Sea 93921.

Estimated value$2,479,552
CheaperTypical $3,660,291Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$2220
CheaperTypical $2320Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,117 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,603 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 4,008 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1943
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 862 Sterling Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarmel by the Sea 93921Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,479,55221% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$222044% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,117 ft²18% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac65% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than194335% of homes12% of homes

About 862 Sterling Way

How much is 862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA is $2,479,552 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $2,222,262 to $2,736,842. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA last sell?

862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA last sold on Nov 4, 2024 for $2,315,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA?

862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,117 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA built?

862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA was built in 1943, making it 83 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA?

862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA is assigned to Carmel High School (high), rated A; Carmel River Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Carmel Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Carmel Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA compare to other homes in Carmel by the Sea 93921?

Among the 684 homes in Carmel by the Sea 93921, it is worth more than 21% of them ($2,479,552 against a typical $3,660,291), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($2220 against a typical $2320), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,117 ft² against a typical 1,603 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 4,008 ft²) and it is newer than 35% of them (1943 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 91% 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 862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 862 Sterling Way, Carmel, CA was $26,155. The county assessed it at $2,361,300.

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