72 Fern Canyon Rd

Carmel, CA 93923

$16,800,000
Price
9
Beds
12,175 Sq. Ft.
$1,380 / Sq. Ft.
12,175
Sq. Ft.
$1,380
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Breathtaking views of the coastline stretching from Point Lobos to sunsets across the Pacific Ocean, this private 14-acre estate in Carmel Highlands has long served as a source of inspiration for Grammy-Award winning composer Alan Silvestri, whose work includes iconic scores for Back to the Future, Forrest Gump & The Avengers. The beautifully reimagined Craftsman-style main residence is distinguished by its architectural character and craftsmanship. Locally sourced jade, stone, & redwood are woven...Breathtaking views of the coastline stretching from Point Lobos to sunsets across the Pacific Ocean, this private 14-acre estate in Carmel Highlands has long served as a source of inspiration for Grammy-Award winning composer Alan Silvestri, whose work includes iconic scores for Back to the Future, Forrest Gump & The Avengers. The beautifully reimagined Craftsman-style main residence is distinguished by its architectural character and craftsmanship. Locally sourced jade, stone, & redwood are woven into the design creating a blend of elegance and authenticity. Enjoy the stunning ocean view setting with a swimming pool & hot tub, landscaped grounds & a private tennis court. Also featuring 3 guesthouses, each with its own story to tell, offering versatile spaces for family, guests or creative pursuits. Just a short drive from the charm of Carmel, this extraordinary property combines natural splendor with meticulous design, offering a rare opportunity to experience both inspiration & serenity.
  1. Listed by Shelly Lynch • DRE #01217466 • Brokerage DRE #01871627 • Carmel Realty Company • 831-277-8044

Property Details for 72 Fern Canyon Road

MLS City Name
CARMEL
Building Type
Detached
Style
Craftsman
Garage Spaces
7
View
Hills, Ocean
Cross Street
Corona
LISTING UPDATED: 11/06/2025 11:02 AM

Property Details for 72 Fern Canyon Road

StatusActive
MLS #ML81991669
Days on Compass336
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1921
Lot Size14.71 AC / 640,767 SF
CountyMonterey County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Carmel Realty Company, Shelly Lynch, DRE #01217466
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Building Information for 72 Fern Canyon Road

Stories2Year Built1921Building Size-Lot Size14.71 AC / 640,767 SF

Payment Calculator

$86,330 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$83,015

Property Taxes

$3,315

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 72 Fern Canyon Road

Features
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Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Artist Studio, Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Media / Home Theater, Recreation Room, Storage, Wine Cellar / Storage, Workshop, Other
  • Bathroom: Bidet, Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub with Jets, Skylight, Stall Shower, Stone, Tile
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Island, Island with Sink, Microwave, Oven - Double, Pantry, Refrigerator, Skylight, Other
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 10
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Security Gate, Skylight, Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar, Other
  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Family Room, Living Room, Other Location, Outside, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Min: 8
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Slate, Stone, Tile
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 12175
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Type: Pool - In Ground, Pool / Spa Combo
  • Security Features: Security Alarm, Video / Audio System, Other
Utilities
  • Cooling: Other
  • Heating: Fireplace, Radiant
  • Sewer Septic: Septic Connected, Septic Tank / Pump
  • Utilities: Generator, Propane On Site
  • Water: Public, Well
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Electric Gate, Guest / Visitor Parking, Workshop in Garage, Other
  • Garage Max: 7
  • Garage Min: 7
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Exterior: Double Pane Windows, Stone
  • Area Text: Highlands Inn
  • Property Faces: West
  • Roof: Other
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 72
  • Street Name: Fern Canyon
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 154
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 12175
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 104
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Concrete, Shingle, Steel Frame, Stone, Wood
  • Zoning Detail: LDR/1-D-Sptr(CZ)
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 241-081-003-000
  • County Name: Monterey
  • City Name: CARMEL
  • City Postal ID: 9
  • Postal Code: 93923
  • Elementary School District: 432
  • High School District Text: Carmel Unified
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Block, Other
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 14.71
  • Lot Description: Grade - Gently Sloped, Grade - Sloped Down, Private / Secluded, Views
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Deck, Fenced, Outdoor Fireplace, Sprinklers - Lawn, Tennis Court, Other

Property History for 72 Fern Canyon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81991669

$16,800,000—
Sep 10, 2025

Expired

MLSListings #ML81991669

$16,800,000—
Jan 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81991669

$16,800,000—
Jan 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81991669

$16,800,000—
Jun 10, 2020

Expired

SDMLS #ML81753892

—
Jun 10, 2020

Expired

EBRD #ML81753892

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Jun 9, 2020

Expired

MLSListings #ML81753892

$11,950,000—
Jan 28, 2020

Price Change

EBRD #ML81753892

$11,950,000—
May 28, 2019

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81753892

$13,950,000—
May 28, 2019

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #ML81753892

$13,950,000—
May 28, 2019

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81753892

$13,950,000—
Apr 24, 2019

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML81719133

—
Apr 24, 2019

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML81719133

$16,950,000—
Aug 15, 2018

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81719133

$16,950,000—
Aug 15, 2018

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81719133

$16,950,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/11/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81991669

$16,800,000
09/10/2025

Expired

MLSListings #ML81991669

$16,800,000
01/24/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81991669

$16,800,000
01/24/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81991669

$16,800,000
06/10/2020

Expired

SDMLS #ML81753892

—
06/10/2020

Expired

EBRD #ML81753892

—
06/09/2020

Expired

MLSListings #ML81753892

$11,950,000
01/28/2020

Price Change

EBRD #ML81753892

$11,950,000
05/28/2019

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81753892

$13,950,000
05/28/2019

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #ML81753892

$13,950,000
05/28/2019

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81753892

$13,950,000
04/24/2019

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML81719133

—
04/24/2019

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML81719133

$16,950,000
08/15/2018

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81719133

$16,950,000
08/15/2018

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81719133

$16,950,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 72 Fern Canyon Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,313,591Additions$2,493,615Total$3,807,206
Tax Record2025$39,780 ($3,315 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths11Total Finished SqFt4,681 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,681 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1921CountyMONTEREYAPN241-081-003-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 72 Fern Canyon Road

This home is within Carmel Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Carmel River Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Carmel Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Carmel Valley High School
Public - 9 to 12
Carmel High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Carmel River Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Carmel Middle School
Public6 to 8

Carmel Valley High School
Public9 to 12

Carmel High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 72 Fern Canyon Road, Carmel, CA 93923

72 Fern Canyon Road is a single family home for sale in Carmel, CA 93923. This property was listed for sale on January 24, 2025 by Carmel Realty Company, it's currently listed at $16,800,000. This listing's school district is Carmel Unified School District. Nearby schools include Carmel River Elementary School, Carmel Middle School and Carmel Valley High School. 72 Fern Canyon Road is a 9-bed, 12-bath, 12,175 sqft single family home built in 1921.

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Listing Courtesy of Carmel Realty Company, Shelly Lynch, DRE #01217466

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