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$1,097,367$918 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $684,000 on Oct 25, 2016

874 SPENCER ST

MONTEREY, CA 93940
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,196 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.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$1.1M
$1.1M 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.$684,000 · Oct 25, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,173 (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.$809,711 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$473,516
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$336,195
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$793,835

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.10
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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
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(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.

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

H
Monterey High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Monte VistaB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.6 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

874 Spencer 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 73% of homes in New Monterey
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Monterey 93940
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Monterey County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in New Monterey
  • Older than 73% 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
$406K$3.3M

This home is worth more than 54% 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$1,097,367
CheaperTypical $1,045,879Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$918
CheaperTypical $675Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,581 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 874 Spencer St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew MontereyMonterey 93940Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,097,36773% of homes54% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$91884% of homes88% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,196 ft²33% of homes30% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac88% of homes51% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than195650% of homes41% of homes27% of homes

About 874 Spencer St

How much is 874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA is $1,097,367 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,051,873 to $1,142,861. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA last sell?

874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA last sold on Oct 25, 2016 for $684,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA?

874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,196 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA built?

874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA?

874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA is assigned to Monterey High School (high), rated A; Monte Vista (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Monterey Peninsula Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA compare to other homes in Monterey 93940?

Among the 9,315 homes in Monterey 93940, it is worth more than 54% of them ($1,097,367 against a typical $1,045,879), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($918 against a typical $675), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,196 ft² against a typical 1,581 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1956 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 72% 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 874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 874 Spencer St, Monterey, CA was $9,173. The county assessed it at $809,711.

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