$3,250,000

Just one block from Ocean Avenue and four blocks from Carmel Beach, this legal duplex offers the quintessential Carmel-by-the-Sea lifestyle, with village shops and dining and the coast an easy stroll away. Ideally situated in the heart of the Golden Rectangle, it offers the flexibility to keep the residences separate or convert the property to a single-family home. Set among mature trees, two inviting outdoor areas provide space for gardening and entertaining. Built in 1931, the first residence is a light-filled 645-square-foot, two-bedroom, one-bath home with hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, ample windows, and stainless-steel fixtures and appliances. Its second bedroom can also serve as an office, while a dining room and in-unit laundry add everyday convenience. Added in 1984, the second residence offers 739 square feet, with one bedroom and one bath. Its spacious living room features a brick fireplace, vaulted ceiling, and skylights, and opens to a glass-and-wood-enclosed patio. The primary bedroom has a generous closet and built-in cabinetry, with additional storage in the garage and basement. Come experience the character and versatility of this distinctive coastal property for yourself.