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$3,003,279$3,456 / 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 92How 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 $1,125,000 on Jul 18, 2018

PALOU AVE

CARMEL, CA 93923
2
Beds
2
Baths
869 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.
1933
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$3M
$2.8M low$3.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,125,000 · Jul 18, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,460 (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.$1,313,517 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,024,044
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$289,473
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,287,763

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.
37
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
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.1990
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)
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
Carmel High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Carmel River Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Carmel Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Carmel Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93923These 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.157
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 100.353

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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,581
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.96 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$128,491
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$190,007
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

Palou 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 94% of homes in Monterey County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Monterey County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Carmel 93923
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Carmel 93923
  • Older than 95% of homes in Carmel 93923

What homes are worth in Carmel 93923

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

This home
$665K$8.7M

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Carmel 93923.

How it measures up in Carmel 93923

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carmel 93923.

Estimated value$3,003,279
CheaperTypical $2,503,225Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$3456
CheaperTypical $1182Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area869 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,931 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size4,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1933
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How Palou Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarmel 93923Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,003,27964% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$345697% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than869 ft²5% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,000 ft²2% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than19335% of homes6% of homes

About Palou Ave

How much is Palou Ave, Carmel, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Palou Ave, Carmel, CA is $3,003,279 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,775,109 to $3,231,449. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Palou Ave, Carmel, CA last sell?

Palou Ave, Carmel, CA last sold on Jul 18, 2018 for $1,125,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Palou Ave, Carmel, CA?

Palou Ave, Carmel, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 869 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was Palou Ave, Carmel, CA built?

Palou Ave, Carmel, CA was built in 1933, making it 93 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Palou Ave, Carmel, CA?

Palou Ave, 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 Palou Ave, Carmel, CA compare to other homes in Carmel 93923?

Among the 7,459 homes in Carmel 93923, it is worth more than 64% of them ($3,003,279 against a typical $2,503,225), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($3456 against a typical $1182), it is bigger than 5% of them (869 ft² against a typical 1,931 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (4,000 ft² against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1933 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 94% 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 Palou Ave, Carmel, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for Palou Ave, Carmel, CA was $14,460. The county assessed it at $1,313,517.

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