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$1,219,426$688 / 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 88How 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 $620,000 on Apr 28, 2000

898 MADISON ST

MONTEREY, CA 93940
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,772 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.
4,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$620,000 · Apr 28, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,055 (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.$971,964 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$391,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$580,044
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$952,907

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.23
49
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.09
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(6)

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 SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Monte VistaB+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 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

898 Madison 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 77% of homes in Monterey County
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Old Town
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Monterey 93940
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Old Town

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
$421K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 63% 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$1,219,426
CheaperTypical $1,046,161Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$688
CheaperTypical $676Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,772 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,576 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size4,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 898 Madison St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld TownMonterey 93940Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,219,42662% of homes63% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$68822% of homes53% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,772 ft²53% of homes59% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,000 ft²16% of homes7% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than197586% of homes70% of homes56% of homes

About 898 Madison St

How much is 898 Madison St, Monterey, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 898 Madison St, Monterey, CA is $1,219,426 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,078,622 to $1,360,230. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 898 Madison St, Monterey, CA last sell?

898 Madison St, Monterey, CA last sold on Apr 28, 2000 for $620,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 898 Madison St, Monterey, CA?

898 Madison St, Monterey, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,772 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 898 Madison St, Monterey, CA built?

898 Madison St, Monterey, CA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 898 Madison St, Monterey, CA?

898 Madison St, Monterey, CA is assigned to Monterey High School (high), rated B; 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 898 Madison St, Monterey, CA compare to other homes in Monterey 93940?

Among the 9,311 homes in Monterey 93940, it is worth more than 63% of them ($1,219,426 against a typical $1,046,161), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($688 against a typical $676), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,772 ft² against a typical 1,576 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (4,000 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1975 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 77% 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 898 Madison St, Monterey, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 898 Madison St, Monterey, CA was $11,055. The county assessed it at $971,964.

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