Real Estate Blog | Monterey Bay, Carmel-by-the-Sea & Pebble Beach

Silvered shingle cottage with sandstone steps rising through a pine-shaded garden and winter iris foliage.

What the Carmel Woods Sewer Project Will Mean on Your Street This Winter

10/22/26

Weathered cedar-shingle cottage entry with an oak door, limestone steps, and a mature cypress beside a small planted garden.

The Monarch Grove's Real Peak Came After Thanksgiving

10/15/26

Crowd at an outdoor pumpkin event, with children tossing pumpkins beside a fenced viewing area.

The Local Edit: October Events in Carmel & the Monterey Peninsula 2026

Dana Bambace
10/9/26

October on the Monterey Peninsula

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Spanish Bay Without the Links: What Still Runs on the North End of 17-Mile Drive

10/8/26

Luxury Realtors in Carmel, CA: Why the Bambace Peterson Team Stands Apart

Bambace Peterson Team
10/6/26

The Fine Life: A Journey Through Pebble Beach’s Most Refined Experiences

Mark Peterson
10/6/26

Living a life of luxury on the Central California Coast.

Hotel courtyard patio with white lounge seating, cream umbrellas, and tropical plants.

Best 5-Star Hotels in the Monterey Peninsula: Boutique Luxury Stays for Discerning Travelers

The Bambace Peterson Team
10/5/26

These hotels consistently rank atop the list for visiting travelers.

Aerial view of the Pacific Grove coastline with turquoise water, sandy cove beach, rocky points, and coastal homes near Lovers Point, Monterey County, California.

Everything You Need to Know About Moving to Pacific Grove

The Bambace Peterson Team
10/5/26

Discover the benefits of living in this coastal community.

How to Market Your Exquisite Property to Affluent Buyers

The Bambace Peterson Team
10/4/26

A guide on how to showcase high-end real estate to discerning clients.

Weathered cedar-shingle cottage with an offset oak door, slate path, granite foundation, and bearberry planting.

Where Does Carmel's Golden Rectangle Actually End?

10/1/26

Two real estate agents pose on a pier beside the ocean and rocky coastline.

How to Choose a Listing Agent in Carmel-by-the-Sea: Questions to Ask Before You Sign

Bambace Peterson Team
09/2/26

Coastal homes above a rocky shoreline, with blue ocean and hills beyond.

The Local Edit: September

Dana Bambace
08/31/26

Aerial view of a coastal home with copper roofs, trees, ocean, and golf course.

Buying a Home in Pebble Beach: What Buyers Should Know

Bambace Peterson Team
08/27/26

Rocky Pacific shoreline at sunset with waves, coastal shrubs, and a large cypress tree.

What Is My Carmel-by-the-Sea Home Worth? A 2026 Valuation Guide

Bambace Peterson Team
08/21/26

Aerial view of a wooded residential neighborhood with rolling hills and the Pacific coast beyond.

The Hatton Fields Walk: Five Trails, A Native Garden, And An Evening At The Forest Theater

Bambace Peterson Team
08/17/26

Aerial view of coastal homes beside a sandy beach and ocean.

A Guide to Touring Homes in Carmel-by-the-Sea by Top Realtors, Bambace Peterson Team

Bambace Peterson Team
08/12/26

Modern coastal home with a rooftop terrace overlooking the ocean at sunset.

Touring Homes in Pebble Beach: What Listing Photos Won't Show You

Bambace Peterson Team
08/10/26

A Guide by Top Pebble Beach Realtors, Bambace Peterson Team

Luxury sports cars round a racetrack, with a dark Lamborghini in front and Rolex signs along the course.

A Monterey Resident's Playbook For Car Week 2026

Bambace Peterson Team
08/8/26

Shingle-sided home beneath mature oak trees, with a stone walkway and warmly lit windows.

Buying a Home in Carmel-by-the-Sea: A Local Guide

Bambace Peterson Team
08/4/26

Aerial view of Pacific Grove’s rocky shore, coastal park, beach, and homes beside turquoise water.

The Pacific Grove Summer Evening, By Night Of The Week

Bambace Peterson Team
08/4/26

Carmel-by-the-Sea mural on a pink wall, partly obscured by a dark vintage car.

The Local Edit: August

Dana Bambace
07/29/26

What's happening next month on the Peninsula.

Golden summer hills and scattered homes stretch across Carmel Valley beneath a clear blue sky.

A Carmel Valley Village Summer, Block By Block

Bambace Peterson Team
07/20/26

Shingled cottage with turquoise trim and glowing windows at dusk.

Buying A Vintage Cottage In Pacific Grove

07/15/26

Aerial view of a coastal neighborhood with wooded hills, rocky shoreline, and a small beach.

Carmel Highlands: A Neighborhood Guide Near Carmel-by-the-Sea

Bambace Peterson Team
07/13/26

Coastal golf course and nearby homes beside the Pacific Ocean, seen from above.

Selling A Home Near MPCC: Strategy For Golfside Properties

07/10/26

Coastal homes beside a golf course, with ocean views and distant hills.

Why Pebble Beach and Carmel West Are Outpacing the National Market in 2026

Mark Peterson
07/8/26

Comparing the performance of the national, regional and local real estate markets

Aerial view of Monterey Bay and its curved coastline, with coastal neighborhoods and wooded hills.

Lock-And-Leave Living: Monterey Condos And Townhomes

07/5/26

Coastal path winds among cypress trees above the rocky shore at sunset.

Del Monte Forest: The Gated Community Behind Pebble Beach

Bambace Peterson Team
07/4/26

Two smiling adults pose on a coastal walkway with the bay behind them.

Top Real Estate Agents in Pebble Beach, CA: Why the Bambace Peterson Team Leads the Market

Bambace Peterson Team
07/3/26

Sunset over calm ocean water and a tree-covered headland, framed by overhanging branches.

The Local Edit: July

Dana Bambace
07/1/26

Coastal golf course with sand bunkers, shoreline homes, ocean, and distant mountains.

The Lookbook: June 2026

Dana Bambace
06/18/26

Golf Properties

Coastal golf course with green fairways, rocky shoreline, and homes along the hills.

Pebble Beach Neighborhoods And Golf Communities Explained

06/18/26

Bar chart of cash share by Monterey Peninsula market, 2026 year to date, led by Pebble Beach at 77%, with a 54% Peninsula total.

Signals from the Spring Market

Mark Peterson
06/14/26

Monterey Peninsula Spring Market 2026: Cash Is Leading

Ocean-view pool and patio with lounge seating and a palm tree at sunset.

Big Sur Coast Retreats: Owning Along California’s Iconic Highway

06/11/26

Coastal golf course along a rocky Pacific shoreline, with a winding road and ocean views.

Three Springs on the Monterey Peninsula

Mark Peterson
06/6/26

Is it a buyer's or seller's market on the Monterey Peninsula right now? — It's tightening toward sellers: inventory is down yea...

Aerial view of Pebble Beach golf course and coastline, with green fairways, tennis courts, and homes along a rocky shoreline backed by hills.

Oceanfront vs. Ocean-View: How Pricing Differs Along the Pebble Beach 17-Mile Drive

The Bambace Peterson Team
06/5/26

Here’s How We Approach Oceanfront vs. Ocean-View Properties.

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The Ultimate Carmel Shopping Guide: High-End Boutiques, Art Galleries & Designer Stores

Bambace & Peterson Team
06/5/26

Exploring the unique, high-end retail experiences that await in Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Aerial view of Carmel Point homes along Carmel Beach, with turquoise ocean, cypress trees, and golf course in the distance.

What Everyday Life Really Feels Like At Carmel Point

06/4/26

Fog-covered coastal hills rise above rugged cliffs, a sandy beach, and the blue ocean.

The Local Edit | June 2026

06/2/26

Aerial view of luxury homes in Carmel's Golden Rectangle along the coastline, with white sand beach, turquoise ocean, and cypress trees.

Why Carmel’s Golden Rectangle Commands A Premium

05/28/26

Large black-and-white luxury yacht on choppy ocean water.

VIP Experiences in Monterey: Private Helicopter Tours, Yacht Charters & Elite Excursions

Bambace Peterson Team
05/21/26

Your guide to high-end events, excursions, and experiences in one of California's most spectacular settings—Monterey.

Historic white Spanish-style home in Carmel-by-the-Sea with terracotta roof, terraced garden, stone steps, and mature trees.

Historic Or New? Choosing Homes In Carmel-By-The-Sea

05/21/26

Cozy Carmel Woods cottage with lit windows under a sprawling oak tree, stone path, picket fence, and blooming garden at dusk.

Carmel Woods Living: Space, Views And Quiet Streets

05/14/26

Coastal scrub and grasses overlook a sandy beach, blue ocean, and wooded headland, with pink flowers in the foreground.

The Local Edit | May 2026

Dana Bambace
05/1/26

What's On Our Calendars: May 2026

A woman walks along a sandy Monterey Bay beach beside turquoise surf and distant coastal hills.

Monterey County: California's First Certified Blue Zones County

03/9/26

Coastal golf green and flag overlooking blue ocean and a tree-covered shoreline.

Spyglass Hill vs. Spanish Bay: Which Pebble Beach Course Delivers the Best Luxury Experience?

Bambace Peterson Team
02/20/26

Here’s How These Two Elite Golf Courses Compare.

Coastal homes and seaside golf course overlooking the ocean at sunset.

5 California Luxury Houses for the Super Bowl This Year

Mark Peterson
02/7/26

Purple sports car with raised pop-up headlights parked among modified cars at an outdoor gathering.

Pebble Beach Living & World-Class Events

Bambace Peterson Team
01/26/26

Magical Events and the Luxury of Living in Pebble Beach.

Aerial view of a coastal neighborhood, with the bay and green hills beyond.

How did the Monterey Peninsula market perform in 2025?

Mark Peterson
01/22/26

What is in store for 2026? And Compass completes the merger with Anywhere.

Aerial view of Pebble Beach Golf Links and Point Joe, with 17-Mile Drive winding along rocky coastline and crashing waves.

The Lodge at Pebble Beach: An Inside Look at California’s Most Iconic Luxury Golf Hotel

Bambace Peterson Team
01/15/26

Experience Coastal Grandeur: A Premier Lodge at Pebble Beach Review.

Two kitchens compared: a traditional wood-cabinet kitchen beside a bright white kitchen with stainless-steel appliances.

Prepping Homes to Sell: Strategy, Style, and the Power of Compass Concierge

Written by 65 Degrees
01/7/26

Featuring Dana Bambace & Mark Peterson of the Bambace Peterson Team at Compass

Rocky coastline and breaking waves framed by twisted coastal trees.

Outdoor Adventures on the Coast

Bambace Peterson Team
11/18/25

Carmel-by-the-Sea is your gateway to the Monterey County coast.

Stone steps with rustic wooden handrails wind through sunlit woodland.

Lovers Point Inn: Pacific Grove’s Best-Kept Secret for Ultra-Exclusive Stays

Bambace & Peterson Team
11/2/25

Why this inn makes for a singularly beautiful stay in Pacific Grove.

Bar charts show monthly homes for sale and new listings from November 2023 through October 2025.

Housing Inventory has Plateaued | Locally, the Withdrawal from the Market is up 29.1% from Last Year.

Mark Peterson
11/1/25

What does that mean for Buyers and Sellers for the rest of the year and into 2026?

Rows of grapevines stretching across a hillside vineyard in Carmel Valley, Monterey County, California

A Taste of Carmel & Monterey County Wine Country

Bambace Peterson Team
10/28/25

A look at wineries, tasting rooms, and Carmel’s main wine event.

Crowd gathered at an outdoor event beneath trees in the setting sun.

Carmel’s Signature Festivals & Annual Events

Bambace Peterson Team
10/28/25

Celebrate films, food, and classical music with the Carmel community.

Cellist in a black suit plays in the foreground as a violinist performs behind him.

Carmel-by-the-Sea Community Celebrations

Bambace Peterson Team
10/27/25

How the city celebrates Halloween, the holiday season, and more.

Coastal golf green beside ocean cliffs, with a sandy bunker and USGA flag.

Private vs. Public Golf in Pebble Beach: Where the Elite Play (And How to Get Access)

Bambace Peterson Team
08/21/25

How and where to play a round at Pebble Beach’s iconic courses.

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Carmel-by-the-Sea and the Ice Cream Cone Ban

08/14/25

Blue classic car with white racing stripes and a chrome grille at a car show.

Carmel-by-the-Sea Car Week: A Must-See Event

Bambace Peterson Team
08/12/25

What to expect in Carmel-by-the-Sea for this year’s Car Week.

Two people clink glasses of red wine in front of wine bottles.

6 Best Wine Tasting Experiences in Carmel Valley

Bambace Peterson Team
07/23/25

Discover Where Coastal Sophistication Meets Vineyard Charm.

Aerial sunset view of Pebble Beach Golf Links fairways, sand bunkers, and coastal homes along the Pacific Ocean in Monterey County, California

A Guide to Pebble Beach

Bambace Peterson Team
01/15/25

Discover the Scenic Charm and Outdoor Wonders of Pebble Beach, CA.

Coastal golf green and sand bunkers above the Pacific Ocean.

7 Best Golf Courses Near Pebble Beach

The Bambace Peterson Team
12/26/24

Exploring the Top-Ranked Fairways for Golf Enthusiasts.

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Best Restaurants in Carmel-by-the-Sea

The Bambace Peterson Team
12/19/24

A Culinary Journey Through Carmel’s Most Celebrated Dining Destinations.

A quiet pathway lined with wooden fences and lush greenery leading down to Carmel Beach at twilight, with a colorful sunset sky over the ocean in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Everything You Need to Know About Moving to Carmel

The Bambace Peterson Team
09/11/24

Discovering the charm of Carmel-by-the-Sea.

A weathered, gnarled cypress tree stands among sand dunes and coastal scrub, with a wooden fence and turquoise ocean waves in the background under a partly cloudy sky

Things to Do in Pacific Grove

The Bambace Peterson Team
08/30/24

Uncover hidden gems and must-see spots in Pacific Grove.

Wooden boardwalk with rope railing leading toward sandy Asilomar State Beach, with ocean waves and a coastal tree line in the background under a clear blue sky

Things to Do in Pebble Beach

The Bambace Peterson Team
08/28/24

From scenic spots to luxurious spas and premier golfing, Pebble Beach’s attractions and amenities are sure to impress.

Aerial view of the crescent-shaped Carmel Beach with white sand, turquoise water, and coastal homes, looking toward the Pebble Beach golf course and Point Lobos in the distance

Things to Do in Carmel

The Bambace Peterson Team
08/22/24

Your guide to having fun in paradise.

6 Best Restaurants in Pebble Beach

The Bambace Peterson Team
08/15/24

A culinary adventure awaits.

The Differences Between Buying a Second Home vs. Investment Property

The Bambace Peterson Team
08/13/24

Exploring real estate opportunities.

Mid-century modern home with green roofline and brick patio surrounded by fall foliage and outdoor dining area at dusk, Big Sur.

How to Own Your Dream Home: A Step-by-Step Guide

The Bambace Peterson Team
08/8/24

Navigating the home-buying journey.

Financing an Ultra-Luxury Home: Top Options for High-Net-Worth Buyers

The Bambace Peterson Team
08/6/24

A guide to your financing options.

A Journey Through Carmel's Most Sought After Neighborhoods

The Bambace Peterson Team
07/31/24

Discover a haven of natural beauty, cultural richness, and charming architecture.

The Elite Scene: An Insider's Look at the Most Exclusive Events in Pacific Grove, CA

The Bambace Peterson Team
07/31/24

Where Glamour Meets the Ocean - Unlocking the Secluded World of Pacific Grove Events.

The Ultimate Checklist for Buying an Ultra-Luxury Home

The Bambace Peterson Team
07/22/24

A comprehensive guide to finding your dream space.

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The Future of Luxury Living

The Bambace Peterson Team
07/22/24

Ultra-Luxury Real Estate in the Digital Age.

Monterey Preparation Pays Off

Dana Bambace
01/10/24

Getting a house ready for sale can be a long and emotional process.

Outlook Place in Carmel

Dana Bambace
01/10/24

All of these together give buyers the confidence to move forward.

Spur Road Renovation

Dana Bambace
01/10/24

Investing $100,000 in the home preparation and getting the work.

Estate Earns 18.2% More In Pebble Beach

Dana Bambace
01/10/24

Getting a house ready and move-in condition is paramount.

Pebble Beach Home Gains 17.4% More

Dana Bambace
01/10/24

Working to make sure the home appealed to the widest audience.

Earning $1.1M+ More For Beneficiaries

Dana Bambace
01/10/24

This involved investing $290,760 in the home preparation.

Carmel Home Makes 30% More For The Sellers

Dana Bambace
01/10/24

Making the home present its best, involved investing $48,334.

Unveiling Real Estate Market Trends: 2023 Sales Analysis and Inventory Insights

Mark Peterson
01/8/24

Exploring Demand Discrepancies, Pricing Dynamics, and December 2023 Report

October Market Reports: Navigating Real Estate Amidst Economic Shifts

Mark Peterson
11/4/23

How resilient is our local real estate market?

A Few Fun Favorites: Exploring Restaurants and Bars in Carmel

Bambace Peterson Team
10/27/23

From upscale seafood to homey bites, Carmel has it all!

Car Week 2023

Mark Peterson
08/11/23

Monterey Peninsula Revs Up For Car Week and 2023 Concours D’Elegance

Realtors Uncover Rare $1.5M Ferrari in Garage

Mark Peterson
08/9/23

Mark Peterson and Dana Bambace with the 1963 Ferrari 250GT Lusso. The car is 1 of 350 produced and has been with the same Calif...

The Compass Ultra-Luxury 2022 Report is Out | Pebble Beach and Carmel Featured

Mark Peterson
02/24/23

Pebble Beach and Carmel drive ultra-luxury sales in Monterey County

Low Inventory but Committed to the Market | Buyers Seek Upgrades

Mark Peterson
11/18/22

we are seeing a trend of current owners and residents looking for new homes in the community (both from our clients and other a...

Is the market crashing?

Mark Peterson
08/13/22

Looking at a few months of market data with a few years of context - the answer is "no".

Bay Area Luxury Home Prices, Market Trends & Conditions

Mark Peterson
03/27/22

So far the luxury market appears largely unfazed by the economic and political volatility that has characterized the beginning ...

Moving into Spring, Markets Remain Very Heated

Patrick Carlise, Chief Market Analyst | San Francisco Bay Area
03/27/22

So far, the real estate markets appear largely unfazed by higher interest rates

What's Going on With the Market? Q3 2021 Update

Mark Peterson
10/11/21

Looking at the past few years, we see similar new active listing numbers illustrating that there are actually a number of new h...

Home Sales Remain Strong Across Carmel, Pebble Beach and the Monterey Peninsula

Mark Peterson
07/14/21

Strong home sales continue across Carmel, Pebble Beach and the Monterey Peninsula. More than $1.5B has sold through the first s...

Historically Low Inventory and Steady Demand Across the Monterey Peninsula

Mark Peterson
03/13/21

As home sell-through started in July, demand has remained steady. The shortage of new supply is causing an increase in market v...

2020 Market Recap and 2021 Outlook

Mark Peterson
01/21/21

What to expect in real estate across Pebble Beach, Carmel, Pacific Grove and Monterey in 2021. National, regional and local tre...

Carmel Region & Monterey County Real Estate in 2020 Macro Analysis

Mark Peterson
01/15/21

2020 was a year of extremes. After the initial pandemic drop in activity, the real estate market went into hyper-drive, with m...

Carmel, Pebble Beach, Pacific Grove and Monterey Real Estate Sales Surge in Q3 | 7 Months Into the Pandemic

Mark Peterson
10/7/20

Continued strong demand across the Monterey Peninsula markets as seen compared to historical sales information. Additionally, m...

Astounding Increase in Market Activity

Mark Peterson
07/26/20