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Property Description
Extensively renovated with a just-completed transformation and designer finishes, this custom home feels like new! Set in a peaceful Montara enclave just minutes from beaches and Pillar Point Harbor, it captures sweeping mountain views including the Pacific Ocean just beyond. Inside, dramatic ceilings and level-5 smooth drywall finish create a modern, airy entry. Formal living and dining rooms flow into a stunning kitchen with new appliances, cabinetry, countertops, tile, lighting and electrical. A casual dining area opens to the family room, while the adjacent deck is perfect for morning coffee or sunset gatherings. The home offers 3 bedrooms, an office, and 3 full baths, along with a versatile backyard shed - ideal for a 2nd office, media lounge, or creative retreat. The spacious primary suite features 2 closets, a beautifully updated bath, and direct yard access, where the patio is already wired for your future hot tub. Large garage, boat/RV parking space, level yards, and generous storage. Exceptional energy features include rooftop solar, Tesla batteries on NEM 2.0 (~12 MWh/year) and a private well - reducing typical utility costs from ~$300/mo to just ~$300/yr, while providing reliable backup power. This is a standout Coastside opportunity - come experience it for yourself!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 525 5th St
General
- Price: $1,740,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82040313
- Updated: 3/31/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Attic, Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Laundry Room, Storage
- Interior Features: Bay Window, High Ceiling , Inverted Floor Plan, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling , Walk-In Closet, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), 1 Shower over Tub, 2 Stall Showers or More, Stone, Tile, Updated Bath
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedroom Features: Inverted Floor Plan, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-In Closet
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
- Kitchen: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood over Range, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Pantry, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Dryer, Electricity Hookup (110V), Electricity Hookup (220V), Gas Hookup, In Garage, In Utility Room, Inside, Tub/Sink, Washer
Additional Information
- Pool Description: Other
- Extras: Not Applicable
- Security/Safety: Fire Sprinkler System, Secured Garage / Parking
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, On Street, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Workshop in Garage
Location
- Area: East of Highway 1 Montara
- County: San Mateo
- Cross Streets: Le Conte Ave
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Central Air (Forced Air), Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Irrigation Connected, Water Softener (Owned), Domestic Well
- Telecomm.: Cable TV, Networked
- Utility Description: Natural Gas, Public Utilities, Solar Panels - Owned
Structural Information
- Construction: Detached, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Square Feet: 2,231
- Year Built: 2001
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountains, Neighborhood, Ocean
- Minimum Lot Size: 5000
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,000
- Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck , Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn, Storage Shed / Structure
- Zoning: R10000
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Ceiling Insulation, Double-Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Sealed Crawlspace, Skylight, Solar Power, Solar Power (With Battery Backup), Off-Grid Solar Power, On-Grid Solar Power, Thermostat Controller, Wa
Listed by Compass, Stephanie Sills
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Schools
Schools serving 525 5th St
School District:Cabrillo Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Farallone View Elementary School 250 LaConte and Kanoff, Montara, CA 94037 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate School 600 Church Street, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 | 6-8 | 6.8 mi |
Half Moon Bay High School 1 Lewis Foster Drive, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 | 9-12 | 6.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 525 5th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/28/2026
Listed
$1,740,000
105.92%
MLS
12/17/2012
Sold
$845,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 525 5th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$14,634
7%
$1,040,544
2%
2024
$13,692
3%
$1,020,142
2%
2023
$13,302
1%
$1,000,140
2%
2022
$13,177
1%
$980,530
2%
2021
$13,110
—
$961,304
1%
2020
$13,055
2%
$951,448
2%
2019
$12,756
7%
$932,794
2%
2018
$11,904
3%
$914,504
2%
2017
$11,565
1%
$896,574
2%
2016
$11,426
—
$878,996
2%
2015
$11,370
—
$865,794
2%
2014
$11,320
-3%
$848,836
—
2013
$11,637
—
$850,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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525 5th St, Montara, CA 94037 (MLS# ML82040313) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 525 5th St is currently listed for $1,740,000 and was received on March 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 525 5th St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Montara? You can browse all Montara real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

