Monterey Coast Homes - Spring 2023 Issue

MONTEREY COAST HOMES

MONTEREY PENINSULA’S PREMIER REAL ESTATE CATALOG

Locally Owned. Globally Connected.

Monterey Coast Realty is one of the fastest growing locally owned brokerages serving the entire Monterey Peninsula from Carmel to Pacifi c Grove, Marina and the Salinas Highway.

Contact one of our expert agents to learn more about these communities and the dynamic real estate markets across the Peninsula.

Each of the communities that make up the Monterey Peninsula are special in their own way with varied geography, amenities, architecture, and lifestyle. In this magazine you will fi nd an introduction to each of the diff erent communities along with a sample selection of featured listings and insight into recently sold homes.

Come, discover, and explore life on the Monterey Coast.

Featuring: Carmel, Carmel Valley & South Coast • Pebble Beach & Pacifi c Grove • Monterey & Seaside • Marina & East Garrison • Monterey-Salinas Highway & Salinas

The Monterey Coast and surrounding area offers a wide range of homes in a variety of settings to appeal to every buyer.

100 Boronda Lane

Casa Boronda • Monterey

Authentic and matchless piece of California history

This one-of-a-kind property was built on four acres as Monterey’s first residence in 1817, when the city served as the capital of Alta California under Spanish rule. The adobe house and two outbuildings reflect the Spanish, Mexican and American influences that the dwellings have experienced in over 200 years of existence.

At the time of Casa Boronda’s construction, Spanish soldiers and their families occupied the Presidio in Monterey and no other homes existed outside the Presidio walls. The Spanish king granted the land to Don Manuel Boronda as compensation for 20 years of mostly unpaid military service. Boronda went on to raise his family in the adobe and over two centuries later, the echoes of history blend with modern conveniences in a respectful and authentic presentation.

Eight generations of the Boronda family lived on the property until 1939 and since then, few owners have had the privilege of enjoying as well as preserving this estate. This is a unique moment in time to become the next steward of this iconic treasure. See more of Casa Boronda on page 22.

John Romley: 831.574.9393

DRE#01966766

Monterey Coast Realty has been serving the greater Monterey Peninsula area since 2009. Over these 14 years, we’ve celebrated the benefi ts of living in one of the most beautiful parts of the world. Most recently, we have highlighted the advantages of living in our friendly, healthy and vibrant community on the Central Coast. While we are all aff ected in one way or another by current macro-economic challenges, political battles, and ongoing health concerns, clearly our community remains protected from much of the more divisive problems that seem to be occurring in many major metropolitan markets. This year, we continue to fi nd numerous reasons to cherish our lifestyle on the Peninsula. Right now, a more measurable advantage is the relative strength of our real estate market. While we are frequently reminded of major real estate woes across the country, our local data appears to be holding stronger, especially regarding home values. Over the last 8 to 10 months, our market has experienced a signifi cant reduction in the number of sales transactions: we are down approximately 50 percent in sales since the previous year. While this aff ects our total sales dollar volume, and we have experienced a reduction in home values, our overall relative home values seem to be holding stronger than most markets nationwide. For specifi c insight and more detail on local market results, please see the Monterey Coast Realty 2022 Annual Market Report, available at MontereyCoastRealty.com, or contact us with any questions.

As part of our commitment to giving back to the community, our company and agents often engage in hands-on support for the many important local nonprofi ts serving those in need on the Monterey Peninsula. In this edition of Monterey Coast Homes Magazine, we highlight some exciting new developments underway with the Veterans Transition Center of California, located on the former Fort Ord base in Marina. A new developing relationship forming between the VTC and Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula could dramatically increase the number of meals provided to the elderly and others, while simultaneously providing employable skills to veterans on their way to self-suffi ciency.

At Monterey Coast Realty and sister company Carmel Realty Company, we cherish our team of professional Realtors and like to share some of their other interests beyond real estate. In this issue, we feature one of our leading agents, Ed Bass. In addition to being a successful Realtor here in Monterey and previously in the East Bay area, Ed has had a fascinating career in baseball and is now sharing his expertise to help local high schoolers advance their skills while also gaining important life lessons.

As always, we showcase some of the notable homes our agents have sold and feature several outstanding properties that our company is currently off ering for sale across the Peninsula. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if we can assist you or your friends and family with any real estate activity.

We hope you enjoy the magazine.

Letter from the Editor EDITOR Dan Lynch

Design: Michelle Head

Contributing Writer: Brett Wilbur

Managing Group Editors: Levi DeKeyrel, Jennifer Henry, Ryan Probst, Tarah Ramsey, Katie Stone, Angelica Vasilovich

Contributing Photographers: Wayne Capili, Sherman Chu, Michelle Head, Ryan Rosene

Pebble Beach & Pacific Grove

Pebble Beach is an oceanfront community famous for its 8 championship golf courses and scenic 17 Mile Drive. Quiet and serene, this gated community is epitomized by old-growth cypress trees. Homes in Pebble Beach have ocean and golf course views and benefit from the sunny, mild weather. With a variety of architectural styles and custom-built homes, real estate on Pebble Beach has something for everyone.

The city of Pacific Grove is found on the northwestern tip of the Monterey Peninsula. This one-of-a-kind Californian city is affectionately known as "Butterfly Town USA" and "the last

hometown" by locals with a hotbed of wonderful character homes. Home buyers will be pleased to find a fascinating assortment of estate homes and cottages in a historic Victorian architectural style. Pacific Grove exudes a laid-back attitude with deep ties to its history. Home buyers love the area for its mild climate and fluorescent displays of seaside plant life, particularly along the walking/biking trail that borders the rocky coast with beautiful views out across Monterey Bay.

JUST SOLD

1525 Deer Path, Pebble Beach

5 Beds, 6.5 Baths • SP: $4,800,000 • Rep. Seller & Buyer

Luxury and privacy await at this impressive estate located in the convenient section of Central Pebble Beach on over an acre of forested beauty. Offering 5 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms, this two-story versatile floor plan is equipped to entertain large gatherings while also intimate enough to accomodate a family’s daily lifestyle.

• Chef's kitchen with spectacular marble island

• Main level primary suite with attached private spa

• Spacious living room with theater amenities

John Romley: 831.574.9393

DRE#01966766

Pebble Beach & Pacific Grove

JUST SOLD

1076 Sawmill Gulch Road

Pebble Beach

3 Beds, 2 Baths • SP: $1,900,000 • Rep. Seller

Located in the desirable Country Club

East area of Pebble Beach, this  spacious home features updated kitchen and baths, a generous living room with fi replace and 1,600 square feet of gracious living spaces on a 9,700 sq ft lot. Just minutes from Spanish Bay, the beach and Pebble Beach's World Class golf, you can hear the ocean from your bedroom and private patio.

Jenn Menke: 831.601.9601

DRE#01501033

1085 Trappers Trail, Pebble Beach

3 Beds, 2 Baths • SP: $2,295,000 • Rep. Buyer

Situated within walking distance to the Monterey Peninsula Country Club in the coveted Country Club West area of Pebble Beach, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is a rare opportunity to appreciate Pebble Beach and all its amenities. Featuring an open fl oor plan, gracious indoor/outdoor living with dual fi replaces, expansive decks and a beautifully fenced yard, this special property is meant to be enjoyed.

Jenn Menke: 831.601.9601

DRE#01501033

JUST SOLD

1289 Bishop Place, Pacific Grove

3 Beds, 2 Baths • SP: $1,700,000 • Rep. Seller

Updated three-bedroom, two-bath ranch house with ocean view in one of Pacifi c Groves quietest neighborhoods. Enjoy a morning cup of coff ee on the deck and welcome the sunrise, then switch to wine in the evening as the sun sets over the ocean. Walking distance to shops, restaurants and Asilomar Beach.

Renee Catania: 831.293.3668

DRE#01954589

Pebble Beach & Pacific Grove

RECENT SALE IN PACIFIC GROVE

TALES FROM THE FIELD

Life Lessons from the Dugout

By Brett Wilbur

Monterey Coast Realty agent Ed Bass grew up in the East Bay Area, where around the same time he was learning to walk, he found himself swinging a baseball bat.

“For me, it was pretty much the only sport I was interested in my whole childhood,” he says. Bass went through all the little league divisions, then ended up playing four years of varsity baseball at Tennyson High School in Hayward.

He was drafted to play for the Kansas City Royals after two years at Chabot College but turned it down for a full ride to San Jose State where he played for the Spartans. Next, Bass got drafted again and played for three years in the Kansas City Royals organization. Ultimately, he ended up in Mexico playing in their big leagues but got frustrated by the politics of the system and called it quits.

“I had a lack of love for the business part, but my love for baseball stayed,” he says. He spent the next 12 years working for United Airlines, then worked as a Realtor in the Bay Area for 24 years, before moving with his wife to Carmel, where he now helps coach high school baseball for the Stevenson Pirates when he’s not selling real estate.

Q: What did you do for recreation after you stopped playing baseball professionally?

A: I needed to step away from baseball for a while. I played softball and even won a championship at the Latin Worlds in Denver. I have daughters (neither played baseball), but I would go to my friends’ sons’ baseball games up in Danville, and I coached at Monte Vista High School, Danville. I also did private baseball coaching up until I moved to Carmel in 2019.

Q: How did you find yourself coaching at Stevenson High School in Pebble Beach?

A: I asked a friend if they knew anyone on the Peninsula who was looking for coaching help, and they gave me the name of Nick Wilcox at Stevenson. I also was at the Carmel Realty office talking to Kristi Hiner Wilcox one day, and I saw a picture of Nick on her desk and asked how she knew him. She said, ‘That’s my fiancé!’ It’s a small town.

Left: Young Ed Bass with a Kansas City Royals teammate, Todd Mabe in May 1984. Right: Ed Bass in his home dugout at Stevenson High School, Pebble Beach.

Q: What’s it like coaching the Pirates with Nick?

A: I can teach one of the kids something and I know Nick teaches the same way. Many of these kids have had limited opportunities to play beyond high school; this is definitely changing. We teach them baseball skills, life skills and how to be part of a team. We want them to have fun and realize it isn’t the end of the world when we don’t win.

Q: What’s key in coaching boys through disappointment?

A: I coached my youngest daughter in softball, and it couldn’t be more different. They lost a championship game, and I went out on the field to wrap up the season and to discuss the good and the bad parts. I was thinking how boys react when they lose. They will get mad, or cry in the dugout, and be super upset. I walked up to the girls and when I was 15 feet away, I could hear giggling and laughing. They were saying that it was the greatest season ever and exchanging phone numbers and making plans to get together and I realized, ‘Wow, I did my job.’ Yeah, we could have won, but this shaves the edge off [the mentality] of kill or be killed…. I try to impart this type of attitude to the boys.

Q: What is rewarding about coaching?

A: Hearing the feedback and results from kids I’ve coached in the past is great. I got a text from one of my kids that I used to do private lessons with thanking me and letting me know he just signed his letter of intent to attend Princeton University. There’s another kid who sends me videos of his practice workouts and asks me for feedback. It feels like I’m paying it forward. I was a pretty good player but I’m a better coach than I was a player.

WHETHER YOU ARE WINNING OR LOSING, YOU PRESENT YOURSELF WITH DIGNITY.

Q: What are some of the biggest life lessons you share with your team?

A: Reassuring them that baseball is such a small part of your whole life. It’s not the end of the world if something doesn’t go your way. It’s one sporting event. The way you handle yourself goes with you your whole life. I think telling them that the most important thing is to keep your chin up and hold your composure. Whether you are winning or losing, you present yourself with dignity. There will be good days and bad days.

Q: What are some of your favorite things to do in the area besides real estate and coaching baseball?

A: My wife and I love to take long walks through town and along Scenic Road by the beach, go hiking, or pop down to Big Sur. We had been coming down here vacationing for 35 years and all of a sudden, we decided this is the place to live.

Q: How was your transition to Carmel Realty Company and Monterey Coast Realty?

A: The collaboration is remarkable. As soon as I met the owners, Dan and Shelly Lynch, I knew this was the place for me. Agents here do a tremendous amount of business but there isn’t an attitude. People are humble and nice. The agent support staff is by far the best I’ve ever experienced.

Pebble Beach & Pacific Grove

FEATURED LISTING IN PEBBLE BEACH

3322 17 Mile Drive,Pebble Beach

Casa de la Estrella (House of the Star)

7 Beds, 7 Baths • $11,500,000 • 4,232 sq. ft • 1.19 acres www.CasaDeLaEstrella.com

Located on the 2nd fairway of the famous Pebble Beach golf course lies Casa de la Estrella, a classic 1920's Spanish estate off ering 7 BR’s, 7BA’s, beautiful arches, colorful mosaic tiles, a fountain, fi re pit and hand painted ceilings. The fi rst time on the market in 5 decades, Casa de la Estrella includes a second buildable lot, expansive views from Stillwater Cove to Point Lobos, and is walking distance to the Lodge, the Beach Club and Casa Palmero. There is no better location to take in all downtown Pebble  Beach has to off er.

Jenn Menke: 831.601.9601

DRE#01501033

Shelly Mitchell Lynch: 831.277.8044

Carmel Realty Company DRE#01217466

Carmel Realty Company Foundation

The Carmel Realty Company Foundation is supported by both Carmel Realty Company and Monterey Coast Realty. A portion of every real estate transaction goes to the foundation to distribute annually to those organizations in need. For over a century, CRC and now MCR, have had the honor and privilege of living in this community and sharing in its growth and development. With the introduction of the Carmel Realty Company Foundation, we have formalized our proven support and dedication to this community.

$5,200,000 $5,200,000 given to the local community by agents, staff, and the Carmel Realty Founda on.

"We would like to thank the team at Carmel Realty & Monterey Coast Realty for their outstanding financial support and personal efforts to provide youth of Monterey County an opportunity for a brighter future."

Nick Nelson, CEO, The First Tee of Monterey County

“Thank you for supporting so many local nonprofits! We must help those who cannot help themselves, whether they are the disabled, children or the elderly.”

Derek C.W. Baine, Volunteer. Hands to Help Seniors

Carmel, Carmel Valley & South Coast

Making up the southern half of the Monterey coastline you will find Carmel, Carmel Valley, and Big Sur beyond. The appeal of Carmel-by-the-Sea is immediately apparent the second you arrive. It's a unique European-style coastal getaway positioned atop beautiful cliffs overlooking the sublime white sandy beaches with a year-round mild climate and sunny skies. Carmel offers historic cottages built by architectural legends, award-winning "green" homes, and some of the most luxurious properties available. Real estate in Carmel Valley is varied, with a range of stunning estates on hilltops to small cabins ideal for rustic, weekend getaways. It also offers larger than average lot sizes for

homes, compared to coastal Monterey County communities. All this centers around the Carmel Valley Village with multiple wineries and tasting rooms.

The rugged and dramatic coastline stretching between Carmel and San Simeon make up one of the most stunning areas along Hwy 1 –Big Sur and South Coast. Carmel Highlands, located just south of the Point Lobos State Reserve, serves as the northern gateway of the Big Sur coastline and boasts some of the most exclusive and expensive real estate in the area.

Represented Seller | SP: $3,900,000

San Carlos 5 SW of 12th, Carmel-by-the-Sea • 3 Beds, 2 Baths

Devon Meeker • 650.759.4193, Co-listed with Malone Hodges • 831.601.4740

DRE#02074131 | Carmel Realty Company, DRE #01471087

Represented Buyer | SP: $2,195,000

25738 Tierra Grande, Carmel • 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths

Ed Bass • 831.760.5572

DRE#01214469

Carmel, Carmel Valley & South Coast

Come discover one of Carmel's most charming neighborhoods. Only minutes from Carmel by the Sea, enjoy access to some of Big Sur's best hikes and beaches in your backyard. Remodeled in 2018, the attention to detail is highlighted in every room.

• Ocean views of Pebble Beach to the north

• Outdoor fi re pit, built-in BBQ

• Chef's kitchen with high end appliances

Carmel, Carmel Valley & South Coast

Represented Seller | SP: $2,300,000

SW Corner Junipero & 5th Ave Carmel-by-the-Sea • 3 Beds, 2 Baths

Liam Doust • 831.915.0065

DRE#01874247

Represented Buyer | SP: $2,195,000

3rd Avenue 2SE of Lincoln Street, Carmel • 3 Beds, 3.5 Baths Liam Doust • 831.915.0065

DRE#01874247

RECENT SALES IN CARMEL & CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA

167 Hacienda Carmel, Carmel

2 Beds, 2 Baths • $678,500 • 910 sq. ft www.167HaciendaCarmel.com

• With lots of natural light this bright, cheery condo is move-in ready!

• Freshly updated with new paint, carpet, vinyl fl ooring and landscaping

• Enjoy gorgeous views of the distant hills from your private patio

Danielle Germain: 303.502.6477

DRE#02154598

Geoff Arnold: 831.297.3890

Carmel Realty Company, DRE#02036451

Carmel, Carmel Valley & South Coast

2 Beds, 2 Baths • $1,425,000 • 1,398 sq. ft www.7020ValleyGreensDrive15.com

Rarely available, beautiful end unit located at Quail Lodge and Golf Course! This sophisticated, updated single level residence showcases soaring windows and ceilings, new french white oak fl ooring, and an open fl oor concept. The property refl ects the area's golfi ng/leisure lifestyle and is in close proximity to Monterey Peninsula's world class golf courses, beaches, restaurants and shops!

Diane Kahle: 831.236.2940

DRE#01931950

FEATURED LISTINGS IN CARMEL

7020 Valley Greens Drive #15, Carmel

Monterey & Seaside

Monterey is a historic town of Spanish and Mexican heritage and the first capital of California. Monterey's Cannery Row, once the Sardine Capital of the World, is now a famous waterfront area that houses the popular Monterey Bay Aquarium, the elegant Monterey Plaza Hotel and touristy Wharf #1. Its many residential areas include homes from cottages, to ranch-style family homes, to easycare condos, to hillside villas with incredible bay and ocean vistas.

Seaside was founded as an extension to nearby Monterey and is known as a more affordable alternative to better known cities like Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea, while maintaining many similar

scenic oceanfront views. The Seaside homes for sale offer incredible values in an amazing natural climate that you'd expect along this section of California's beautiful coastline. Residents of Seaside enjoy fantastic access to the sandy shores of Monterey Bay and Fort Ord Dunes State Park. There's also numerous opportunities to live alongside the fairways of Bayonet and Black Horse Golf courses.

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Represented Seller | SP: $1,600,000

DRE#01967810

Represented Seller | SP: $815,000

1786 Luxton Street, Seaside • 4 Beds, 2 Baths John Romley • 831.574.9393

DRE#01966766

100 Boronda Lane • Casa Boronda • Monterey

3 Beds, 3 Baths • $3,750,000 • 2,329 sq. ft. • 4 acres • www.CasaBoronda1817.com

Situated on a stunning four-acre parcel in the Alta Mesa neighborhood, and steps from historic downtown Monterey, the signifi cance and character of this estate is truly incomparable. Built in 1817 by Don Manuel Boronda during the Spanish imperial period, and known to be the fi rst private residence in Monterey, “Casa Boronda” consists of three separate structures in addition to immaculate grounds that off er endless entertainment options. The well-appointed living spaces include the main historic adobe, the

carriage house, and the guest cabin known as “Casa Vaquero”. Other highlights include a spectacular courtyard rose garden complete with architectural water fountain, expansive strolling lawns, and many more outdoor seating vignettes for dining and relaxation in the shade of mature oaks, cypresses, and pines. This is a rare lifestyle opportunity to own an authentic and matchless piece of California history.

John Romley: 831.574.9393

DRE#01966766

Bridging the Gap

The Veterans Transition Center Provides Tools for Self Sufficiency

By Brett Wilbur

Carmel Realty Company Broker and Managing Director Bill Mitchell has been involved with the Veterans Transition Center of California for over a decade, a nonprofit located on the site of the former Fort Ord military base in Marina. Mitchell first volunteered as a contributor, then as a member of the VTC Advisory Board.

A former Air Force pilot, Mitchell knows first-hand the challenges veterans face after they come back to civilian life.

“Like so many other vets, our return from the war in Vietnam was treated by many with disrespect—even contempt,” he says. “Fortunately, over the years this has changed, and today’s vets are properly honored for their service. But along that road, many got lost. I’ve found that a surprising number of those homeless, troubled vets are right here in Monterey County. When I learned about the VTC and its mission, I wanted to get involved.”

Mitchell points out the scope of services VTC provides is much more than housing for homeless vets, but also food, clothing, critical personal case management, life skills, substance abuse counseling, employment training, jobs and more. And, he says, the results that veterans in the program have achieved are exemplary.

“I witnessed the hard work of the Board and its staff and ever since, I’ve been amazed at the impressive results they have achieved,” Mitchell says. “With little fanfare, very little publicity, the VTC was quietly doing important work in turning around the lives of these fellow vets. As an insider, I learned that this is a ‘no frills’ organization with a very limited budget. Any donor can be assured that every penny of one’s contribution will go directly into the program for maximum impact with impressive outcomes.”

Kurt Schake is a retired US Air Force Colonel who is the executive director of the VTC. He points out that while the center is the recipient of state and federal funding, it is a nonprofit which allows it to be flexible and adaptive to the emerging needs of its participants. On any given day, VTC houses 110 veterans and their family members. The VTC has helped over 16,000 veterans since opening in 1996.

“We offer a range of services that other veteran service programs usually don’t have the capacity for,” he says. “We have housing through seven different models at VTC, as well as veteran services off-site.”

Soon, the opening of the Lightfighter Village complex next to the current facilities will provide 71 additional units of permanent affordable housing for veterans, and in 2023, a former federal government building in Seaside will be converted into a Veteran Center of Excellence, which will include a commercial kitchen. The kitchen will be a partnership with Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula, which will expand its meal capacity ten-fold, while also serving as a training and employment program for veterans.

Schake points out that the goal of the VTC is to teach selfsufficiency and to empower vets in crisis with the tailored services they need to succeed.

One of those programs, Veterans Healing Veterans from the Inside Out (VHV), involves intervention with veterans who are incarcerated, teaching life skills, and then providing all VTC services as well as mandated counseling and group activities. VHV is a division of VTC, which was founded by former marine Ron Self. Through his efforts, Soledad Prison has become the first “Veterans Hub” in the nation, with VHV as the service provider.

“The goal of the VHV Long-Term Offender Recovery and Re-entry program is to re-integrate veterans back into society,” says Self. “We are very proud that not a single program participant has returned to prison. This zero percent recidivism is unmatched in the state.”

Chris Simmons, a previously incarcerated vet who is currently residing at VTC, exemplifies that success. Simmons, a former culinary specialist and intelligence officer on a guided missile destroyer, left the military in 2008, when he was incarcerated. Simmons went through the VHV program with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitations, obtaining early release due to the incredible transformations in his outlook and actions. When released, a VHV caseworker picked him up, took him to breakfast, and drove him from San Diego to Marina. Simmons is now taking classes at Monterey Peninsula College in Business Administration while looking for a permanent residence.

Simmons’s dog Admiral accompanies him and eases the transition back into civilian life. Admiral was saved from a kill shelter and is undergoing training to be service animal for post-traumatic symptom disorder (PTSD). While he sadly lost his leg in his formerly abusive circumstances, he is now thriving through his mutual bond and rehabilitation with Simmons, who explains the reasons for his early release from prison.

'We are very proud that not a single program participant has returned to prison. This zero percent recidivism is unmatched in the state.'

Top left, middle, and right images: Renderings of the upcoming Lightfighter Village complex which will provide 71 additional units of permanent affordable housing for veterans.

“I hate to sound cliché, but good behavior is one of the things they look at,” Simmons shares. “Also, I made lifestyle changes and belief changes, changing my overall mentality and psyche as a person and as a man…That’s through extensive work through classes, alcohol and drug counseling, getting in touch with the community and various organizations that come into the prisons…I became a licensed mediator and conflict management specialist through conflict resolution courses…I’m a Toastmaster… it’s not just a matter of giving speeches, but also leadership development and team building exercises. So much so, that during my last five years of being incarcerated, I was a mentor in the alcohol and drug counseling program. I finished the program and gave back to others who were struggling with addiction.”

VTC Communications Director Wendy Phillips explains, “Someone as motivated as Chris really benefits from all aspects of our program.”

Phillips points out that the VTC is not just “a soup kitchen with a warm bed,” but really a comprehensive resource to ensure the most probable successful outcomes for veterans. One of the programs Phillips helps manage is ensuring transportation to job interviews. Many veterans gain experience working at the Last Chance Mercantile, a resale store run by the VTC that keeps items out of landfill.

As for Chris Simmons, he says his transformative outlook included becoming accountable while also benefitting from the transitional support of the VHV to acclimate to a world that had changed greatly in the years he was absent from it.

“I had to go beneath the surface level, and once I was taught that only I could do the necessary changes for my life, I made a decision that it was time for a change within,” Simmons says. “I plan on living a long successful life after this…I’m imperfect, but adequate is fine.”

The Finkle Team Partners with Veterans Transition Center of California

Maria Finkle, who is a broker associate at Carmel Realty Company and Monterey Coast Realty, lives in Marina where many of the residents are veterans.

“I am inspired by every conversation I have had with a neighbor who is a veteran,” she says. “Each one of them has had a different journey but they are bonded by the extreme sacrifices that they made for every American, including me, and that makes us want to give back. The Finkle Team will be donating a percentage of our sales this year to the VTC and will help get volunteers to support their needs as well.”

To learn more or donate, please visit VTCofCalifornia.org or call 831-833.VETS.

VTC is not just “a soup kitchen with a warm bed,” but really a comprehensive resource to ensure the most probable successful outcomes for veterans.'

Veteran Chris Simmons and his service dog in training, Admiral, stand outside the Veteran's Transition Center in Marina.

FEATURED LISTING IN MONTEREY

7567 Paseo Vista, Monterey Ben Zoller: 831.595.0676

3.32 Acres • $1,499,000 • www.PaseoVistaViews.com

Opportunity! Nestled on top of a hillside, this private 3.3 acre lot off ers a generous building envelope, previous Al Saroyan plans and the views! Very few lots remain in Monterra with these type of views. Build your dream house or pick up where the sellers have left off .

DRE#01967810

• Views of Fishermans Wharf and the bay to the west

• Hillside and Mountain views to the east

• Just minutes to Monterey and Carmel

Marina & East Garrison

A thriving beach town, Marina provides great access to the area's universities, as well as some stellar recreation. The selection of Marina homes for sale is broad, offering everything from larger, single-family homes to more modest condominiums and singlelevel ranchers. Marina is a well-established community, so much of the available real estate is older, but has been lovingly maintained and updated with newer finishes but also one of the fastest growing areas for new builds. Compared to the much higher price tags for homes in the nearby communities of Pebble Beach or Monterey, Marina offers some great value!

East Garrison is an inviting new development located on Reservation Road east of Marina and west of the Salinas River. Just 5 miles from the foggy coast, it boasts a sunny near perfect climate. This premier planned community is built on land formally known as Fort Ord and designed with opportunities to live, shop, play, explore and enjoy in a village-inspired setting. Its 244 acres include distinct neighborhoods of new homes within easy strolling distance of a planned town center.

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Represented Seller | SP: $920,000

Renee Catania • 831.293.3668

DRE#01954589

Represented Seller | SP: $1,459,000

479 Palisade Drive • 4 Beds, 3 Baths

Renee Catania • 831.293.3668

DRE#01954589

3001 Abrams Drive • 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths

Marina & East Garrison

FEATURED LISTING IN MARINA

2966 Garnet Way • Marina

3 Beds, 2 Baths • $1,195,000 • 1,857 sq. ft • www.2966GarnetWay.com

This sunlit, elegant Sea Haven Bardin model is a one-level property at 1,857 of living space, an open fl oor plan, and a generously sized patio. This home glows with elegant fi nishes and tasteful color schemes. Walking distance to trails along oak trees that lead to a clubhouse complete with lawn games

and various other activities. Fort Ord and the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation trail are located near by for biking and hiking.

Renee Catania: 831.293.3668

DRE#01954589

Marina & East Garrison

FEATURED LISTINGS IN MARINA

2725 Parkview Way, Marina

4 Beds, 3 Baths • 2,430 sq. ft. • Price upon request www.2725ParkviewWay.com

Welcome to your beautiful 'Beach Plan 3' home in The Dunes, located just minutes from the ocean, parks, restaurants, and shopping. The open-concept downstairs features a large living and dining area with a spacious island, along with a fi rst-fl oor bedroom and full bathroom. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a loft await. With various upgrades throughout, this home will not disappoint!

Devon Meeker: 650.759.4193

DRE#02074131

3009

Enjoy single level living in this spacious Mediterranean home located in the highly desirable Sea Haven Community with newly opened club house (The Cove). This comfortable newer home has formal dining room, great room with gas fi replace open to large kitchen with island and desk nook. Kitchen has granite countertops with tile backsplash, more than ample cabinet space, beverage refrigerator and fi ve burner gas cooktop.

Renee Catania: 831.293.3668

DRE#01954589

3 Beds, 2 Baths • SP: $1,195,000 Represented Seller

Abrams Drive, Marina

JUST SOLD

18555 McClellan Circle, East Garrison

2 Beds, 2.5 Baths • $978,000 • 1,900 sq. ft www.18555McClellanCr.com

This home features an open living and dining area with high ceilings and lots of light. The gourmet kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, granite counters, a large pantry, and a spacious island. The primary bedroom has a spacious en suite with a dual vanity, oversized soaking tub, and a walk-in closet. A separate laundry room and attached twocar garage complete this home.

The Finkle Team: 831.277.6728

DRE#01981092

Marina & East Garrison

FEATURED LISTINGS IN EAST GARRISON

18535 McClellan Circle, East Garrison

3 Beds, 3.5 Baths • $1,250,000 • 2,417 sq. ft. www.18535McClellan.com

One of the most coveted fl oor plans in East Garrison, this well-planned home has high-end features and fi nishes, high ceilings, and lots of light. Enjoy a gourmet kitchen and full bedroom with en suite on the main level, and a second level that includes a master en suite with great Salinas Valley views, a multi-use loft, guest bedroom, and a laundry room.

The Finkle Team: 831.277.6728

DRE#01981092

Monterey-Salinas Highway

Spanning the area between Monterey and east toward Salinas, is California State Route 68, also known as, the Monterey – Salinas Highway. This corridor offers many communities and developments for those looking to be close to town with space among the natural terrain of the oak-studded coastal hills. Communities found here include Corral de Tierra, San Benancio, Toro Park, Spreckels, and Pasadera, with its Jack Nicklaus designed golf course. An array of single family homes and estates can be found offering sweeping views of both rolling hills and the ocean beyond.

At the end of the corridor lies Salinas - the largest municipal in Monterey County located at the mouth of the Salinas Valley roughly eight miles from the Pacific Ocean. It has a climate more influenced by the ocean than the hot-summer interior ideal for the floral industry, grape vineyards, and vegetable growers. Salinas serves as the main business, governmental and industrial center of the region. It is known for its vibrant and large agriculture industry and being "The Salad Bowl of the World".

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537 Corral de Tierra, Salinas (Monterey-Salinas Highway)

5 Beds, 4+ Baths • LP: $3,450,000 • Rep. Seller

• 40 Acre private estate. 3,069 sq. ft.,

2 bedroom, 2.5 bath main residence

• 1,187 sq. ft. caretakers house.

2 bedroom, 1 bathroom built in 2010

• 428 sq ft 1 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. 1,100 sq. ft. garage, 1,000 sq ft barn, and much more!

Devon Meeker: 650.759.4193

DRE#02074131

Malone Hodges: 831.601.4740

Carmel Realty Company, DRE#01471087C

47 Katherine Avenue, Salinas

2 Beds, 1 Bath • 1,084 sq. ft. • Price upon request www.CharacterOnKatherineAve.com

• Charming home with coved ceilings, large kitchen, and various upgrades over the years

• Large lot and backyard with detached garage

• Great location with easy access to HWY 101 & 68

Devon Meeker: 650.759.4193

DRE#02074131

Results Driven Experts

Monterey Coast Realty is comprised of a handpicked team of Realtors known for their professionalism, ethics and business success. We work together to offer the highest quality of personalized service to our clients.

Jahre Carver REALTOR® DRE#02081353

Renee Catania REALTOR® DRE#01954589

Brian Butler REALTOR® DRE#01468232

Gary Paul Baker REALTOR® DRE#02147782

Ed Bass REALTOR® DRE#01214469

Michele Annereau REALTOR® DRE#02151615

Kim Bartholomay REALTOR® DRE#02145274

The Dunes Team Broker Associate DRE#01915769

The Finkle Team Broker Associate DRE#01981092

Liam Doust REALTOR® DRE#01874247

Levi DeKeyrel Creative Director

Martha Davis REALTOR® DRE#02067590

Michelle Head Senior Graphic Designer

Oscar Espinoza Junior Graphic Designer

Jennifer Henry Edgemon VP of Marketing

Danielle Germain REALTOR® DRE#02154598

George Fusco Assistant Managing Broker DRE#00646161

Melissa Garren Licensed Assistant to The Finkle Team DRE#01978084

Dan Lynch Chief Executive Officer

Lindsay Loveday REALTOR® DRE#01504906

Martin Klingel REALTOR® DRE#02134520

Lore Lingner REALTOR® DRE#00788278

Diane Kahle REALTOR® DRE#01931950

Thèrése Kent REALTOR® DRE#01915769

Monterey Coast Realty represents buyers and sellers of quality properties throughout the Monterey Peninsula, all the way east to Salinas Valley, through Carmel Valley and south to Big Sur. We are the sister brand of Carmel Realty Company, a 100-year old real estate firm with a rich history as a family-owned business and a reputation for service, integrity and excellence. The collaborative culture of our professional colleagues contributes to a team approach with our properties and servicing clients. Combined, the firms have an exceptionally knowledgeable network of professionals who work together to offer the highest quality service to our clients. In addition, our unrivaled concierge-style client services team, first-class marketing and a robust company infrastructure with leading technology resources further reinforce our premier position in the area. We take pride in being actively engaged in the community and conduct both our real estate and volunteer activities with integrity. Together, the firms have accomplished an impressive record of sales and clientele loyalty.

Ryan Probst Senior Marketing Manager

Rob Profeta Managing Broker DRE#01313907

Jennifer Menke REALTOR® DRE#01501033

Mike Miller REALTOR® DRE#01889700

Michelle Payton REALTOR® DRE#02082005

Amy Scherer REALTOR® DRE#02018967

Kathleen Russac Transaction Manager

Ryan Rosene Director of Photography

Brian Pybas REALTOR® DRE#02003077

John Romley REALTOR® DRE#01966766

Jennifer Veitengruber REALTOR® DRE#01971299

Emily Weidner REALTOR® DRE#02095407

Angelica Vasilovich Director of Operations & Agent Services

Alessia Ucelli REALTOR® DRE#01896783

Katie Stone Listings & Agent Services Manager

Sharmaine Torrey Broker Associate DRE#02071666

Anita Madison REALTOR® DRE#01501785

Devon Meeker REALTOR® DRE#02074131

Ben Zoller REALTOR® DRE#01967810

Tarah Ramsey Marketing Coordinator