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841 Congress Avenue

Pacific Grove, CA 93950
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,690

Sqft

SqFt29,700

Sqft(Lot)

Located in Pacific Grove and offered for the first time in over 50 years, this half-acre property carries a story that is hard to replicate. Originally a 1920s dairy barn and later known as Otto's Acres, it became a long-time gathering place for weddings, holidays, and family celebrations. Throughout the home, pieces of local history have been thoughtfully incorporated into the structure. Solid wood doors reclaimed from the historic Pacific Grove Public Library reflect craftsmanship rarely found today. A distinctive loft space sourced from a local Episcopal church adds architectural interest and a sense of layered provenance. The main living area features vaulted ceilings that create scale and presence, anchoring a space clearly designed for gathering. Artistic details, including kitchen tile inspired by Claude Monet's home in Giverny, reflect the creative vision behind the home's evolution over time. With four bedrooms and three full baths, the layout offers flexibility and square footage to reimagine the space according to your needs. Set on a generous half-acre lot just minutes from the coastline and downtown, this is an opportunity for someone who sees potential in a property with history, character, and room for its next chapter to take shape.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,699,000

AD Id : 79261000

MLS Id : ML82047766

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 29,700 Sqft

Living Area Size : 2,690

Year Built : 1929

County : Monterey

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

    Roofing Information

    Composition, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Composition, Shingle
    Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: None

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1929
    Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 29700 Lot Size Acres: 0.6818 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Size Square Feet: 29,700 Lot Description: Level

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $1699000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 006653035000

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Other Junior High School: Pacific Grove Senior High School: Pacific Grove
  • Location Information

    Direction: Ask Siri Cross Street: Sunset WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 07/27/2026 @ 11:53

MLS: ML82047766 LISTED BY: Ben Ottmar, Bay Homes and Estates 831-521-2099 SOURCE: CRMLS

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