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$1,299,000
Active
2 Beds·2 Baths·1,010 sqft·4,000 sqft lot·Built 1950
856 Fountain Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
Listed 4 days ago · | MLS# ML82064333
$1,286/sqft
856 Fountain Ave is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath single family home in Monterey 93940 with 1,010 square feet of living space, built in 1950. It is listed at $1,299,000, or $1,286 per square foot. The three most recent 2-bedroom sales in 93940 closed between $786,000 and $1,300,000 ($643 to $1,117 per square foot).
Est. $8,355/moP&I $6,740 · Tax $1,353 · Insurance $262 · HOA $0Assumes 20% down ($259,800) at 6.75% · Contact Timothy for a lender referralAegis Luxury Real Estate is a licensed California real estate brokerage (DRE# 01328224) and is not a mortgage lender, mortgage broker, or loan originator. The figures shown are estimates for general reference only and do not constitute a loan offer, pre-approval, pre-qualification, or commitment to lend. Estimates use a property tax rate of 1.25% of home price annually. Actual rates, payments, taxes, and insurance vary by lender and borrower qualifications. Contact Timothy for a referral to one of our preferred lending partners.
Single Family Price Position in Monterey
$850K$2.2M
74Active in Monterey
40Active Single Family Homes
3.9 moInventory
Why This Home Stands Out
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2 Bed / 2 Bath, 1,010 sqft
Built in 1950, 1-car garage.
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Just Listed, 4 Days on Market
Early showings often see the most competition.
Best fit forActive BuyersMonterey SearchersMove-Up / Move-In
About 856 Fountain Ave
Classic Monterey Charm with Bay View in Peters Gate area
Located in the highly sought-after Peters Gate neighborhood of Monterey, this charming single-level 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect combination of classic character, comfortable living, and an exceptional location.
Well sited with bay views and easy single-level living, inviting features including warm hardwood floors, a brick fireplace, and a functional galley kitchen with a convenient breakfast bar. The primary suite opens through sliding glass doors to a private rear patio, creating a peaceful outdoor retreat.
A detached garage and abundant storage add everyday convenience, while the homes location puts you within easy walking distance of downtown Monterey, the harbor, restaurants, and local attractions.
Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a coastal retreat, or a home in one of Monterey's most desirable neighborhoods, this sweet property offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the best of the Monterey lifestyle.
Dont miss the opportunity to make this classic Peters Gate home your own!
MLS ID #ML82064333, Cheryl Heyermann. Listing provided by Bramin Atler · MLSListings Inc.
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Property Details for 856 Fountain Ave
Overview
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1950
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2 Full
- Living Area
- 1,010 sqft
- Lot Size
- 4,000 sqft (0.09 acres)
- Price/sqft
- $1,286
- Status
- Active
Interior
- Primary Bedroom
- Bedroomon ground floor2plus
- Kitchen
- Countertop, tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Oven electric, Oven range electric
- Fireplace
- Living room, Wood burning
- Heating
- Forced air, Gas
- Cooling
- None
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Laundry
- In utility room
- Family Room
- None
- Interior Features
- Vaulted ceiling
Exterior and Parking
- Garage
- Garage, 1 space
- Roof
- Shake
- Foundation
- Concrete perimeter, Raised, Crawl space
- View
- Bay
- Lot Features
- Grade sloped up
- Zoning
- R1
Community and HOA
- Utilities
- Public, Water public
- County
- Monterey
- City
- Monterey
Schools
- School District
- Monterey Peninsula Unified
- Monterey Schools
- View Monterey schools
Listing
- MLS Number
- ML82064333
- Listed
- October 12, 2026
- Days on Market
- 4
- Listing Agent
- Cheryl Heyermann
- Listing Brokerage
- Bramin Atler
- Data Verified
- October 16, 2026
Source: MLSListings Inc. School attendance boundaries are set by the district and can change; verify directly with the district.
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Location
856 Fountain Ave, Monterey, CA 93940 · Monterey County
Market Context
Price Positioning
🏠 Inventory: 15 2-bedroom homes and 40 single family homes currently active in Monterey.
Source: MLSListings Inc. Timothy Alston, Broker, DRE# 01328224.
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Listed at $1,299,000 ($1,286/sqft). The three most recent 2-bedroom sales in 93940 closed at $643 to $1,117 per sqft.
Listed October 12, 2026. That is 4 days on market as of October 16, 2026.
Est. $8,355/mo with 20% down ($259,800) at 6.75%. That is principal and interest $6,740, property tax $1,353 and insurance $262. The assumptions and lender disclosure are with the payment estimate at the top of this page.
There are 74 active listings in Monterey: 15 are 2-bedroom and 40 are single family homes.
The three most recent 2-bedroom sales in Monterey 93940 closed at $786,000, $885,000 and $1,300,000, or $643 to $1,117 per sqft.
Yes. As of October 16, 2026, 856 Fountain Ave is an active listing at $1,299,000. It is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath single family home.
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