1290 River Rd, Salinas, CA 93908
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$1,281,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 20, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath

1290 River Rd, Salinas, CA 93908

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2017

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1290 River Rd.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Home on the River Road Wine Trail.
A rare opportunity to live at the Mer Soleil Vineyard in Steinbeck country
New flooring, cabinets, appliances, fixtures and paint.
Setting is quiet and peaceful with Santa Lucia mountain and valley views of the Gabilans
Rent includes: Water, Septic
Indoor Laundry room hookups. Bath with shower over tub
One Storage Shed 10" by 8" No Garage.
Tenant pays: Garbage, Propane (Gas) @ owner's commercial rate, PG& E, Internet: high speed ATT in place, faster than town or workplace per past tenant.

In a country complex with two other homes that are spread out in a Walnut Orchard.
Owner lives on site. There are many hiking/biking paths through the vineyards.

REQUIREMENTS: Credit check for each adult. Renter's insurance is mandatory. Animals considered on a case by case basis. Property insurance does not allow for certain breeds. No more than two non humans.

Easy commute to Salinas, Gonzales, Soledad, Chualar, Greenfield. Monterey Peninsula is 35 to 40 minutes.
Country living means paying for propane up front.
Must meet all potential tenants in person

Large back yard with 12' x 24' Pergola outdoor living space, with privacy walls, bistro lights and screens

Fun Places Nearby: The Farm, Vision Quest Ranch, Toro Park, TAG Paintball, Hollister Hills SVRA, Marina Dog Park, Century 14, Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, National Steinbeck Center, Maya Cinemas, Big Sur, Carmel By The Sea, Pebble Beach, Cannery Row, Pinnacles National Park.

World Class Hospitals: Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Community Hospital on the Monterey Peninsula, and Natividad Medical & Trauma Center.

12 miles to Salinas Valley Prisons and Cal Fire

Owner pays water and septic maintenance.
1290 River Rd, Salinas, CA 93908 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom single-family home built in 2017. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2024 with an asking price of $3,300 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 8, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,281,400, with a rent estimate of $2,730/month.

Home Details for 1290 River Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2017
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
LawnSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 1290 River Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
473 Brockmann Dr, Gonzales, CA
4.38
Single-Family Home
$605,000
10/15/25
2
1
960 sqft
473 Brockman Dr, Gonzales, CA
4.38
Single-Family Home
$605,000
10/15/25
2
1
960 sqft
960 Elko St, Gonzales, CA
4.27
Single-Family Home
$662,000
06/11/26
3
1
1,008 sqft
489 Brockmann Dr, Gonzales, CA
4.40
Single-Family Home
$651,000
09/04/26
2
1
1,082 sqft
25910 Roosevelt St, Chualar, CA
4.03
Single-Family Home
$684,000
10/23/25
4
2
1,279 sqft
250 Belden St, Gonzales, CA
4.48
Single-Family Home
$396,000
07/31/26
2
1
952 sqft
846 River Rd, Salinas, CA
4.07
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
10/28/25
3
2.5
2,732 sqft
880 River Rd, Salinas, CA
4.22
Single-Family Home
$1,195,000
09/08/26
3
2
1,396 sqft
1050 Zinfandel Cir, Gonzales, CA
4.46
Single-Family Home
$680,000
11/21/25
3
2
1,354 sqft
523 Elliot Ave, Gonzales, CA
4.39
Single-Family Home
$325,000
08/21/26
4
2
1,280 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Salinas

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,730/mo
Average rent
$2.94K
$150MoM
Available listings
141
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Salinas

At least 881 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say parking is easy

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 47 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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    "Very tranquil and private"
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  • Kimberly Campos
    "families stay in their homes and stay on for years, so it is a great neighborhood with low turnover."
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  • Gvpz78fd4y
    "I think dog owners would like all of the sidewalks spaces and parks where they can walk their dogs or let them play. "
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  • Cynthia Zavala
    "Other dog owners not picking up after their dogs. We also could use a dog park. Most of the homes in the area have big back yards so that’s good for the dogs."
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  • Regstar
    "Most neighbor hoods are still nice, if renters are present you can tell, Salinas has fabulous weather!"
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  • Clarissa Mcgee
    "I enjoy living in my area just wish the rent wasn’t so high here cause it’s a ok area but it has had some unsafe conditions "
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  • Regstar
    "Side walks are messed up from City planting trees that pushed up the sidewalks, lower Creekbridge has some repaired, but not Upper Creekbridge !"
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  • Hectorbaez82
    "This neighborhood is pretty quiet, good place to walk the dogs and a few parks for kids to enjoy, there is a farmers market on Saturdays downtown but overall it’s a great neighborhood "
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  • Clarissa Mcgee
    "I have loved living in my area I don’t have to go far to stores or school I feel very safe and love how all the kids get to play together out side "
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  • Trulia User
    "I live here and I enjoy living here. Wheather is very nice in this Serra Village area. We get hardly marine layers while nearby areas get marine layers often. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived here for 3 years and I love the weather here. It hardly gets foggy in this area. Most of the time here, it is clear blue sky. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Issuing neighborhood newsletter and hand delivery to each house to notify what is going on in neighborhood "
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  • Cristye04
    "I often see people walking their dogs in this neighborhood. I would say it is a a nice area to walk your dog in. Just make sure to have your dog on a leash and carry a litter bag with your dog. "
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  • Sharontheis333
    "Main Street parades for various holidays/events and multiple “festivals” in old town Salinas streets. "
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  • Joyce B.
    "Not bad; live walking distance to the mall and commercial complex. Commute to work is also not bad. "
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  • Tom93912
    "Close to fire dept, lots of sirens. Concerts and football games at nearby stadium can get very loud. "
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  • Cindyvargas28068
    "There is a lot of fun stuff so yeah um l don’t know what else to write so I’m can l leave and the food here is soooooooooo good but we don’t have Chick-fil-A"
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  • Trulia User
    "many schools, very cute & quiet suburban neighborhoods, great parks all over, fresh produce at great prices like you'll never see anywhere else. Very temperate climate, lovely sun afternoons in summer never over 90 which is nice in my opinion & also never below 25 in winter so never too too cold which is also very nice. "
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  • Loretta D. W.
    "Be very careful and the sidewalks throughout the neighborhood is in very poor condition and will cause you to trip or fall."
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  • Normita A. M. R.
    "No sidewalks, but long roads for everyone to get some exercise.and run for miles and miles. Great place to have privacy."
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  • Gmcabaccang
    "I always see dogs and their owners walking around. It’s a nice neighborhood. There are a few parks around with huge fields that dogs could run through. "
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  • Hautebeautyguide
    "There are a ton of parks, good schools and great walks. Wish there were more places to take kids like museums or play groups. Hoping one opens soon. "
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  • Omar J. P.
    "It’s Walking distance to oldtown and salinas high school. There are Unique homes in the neighborhood. "
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  • Hautebeautyguide
    "Lots of parks a free space to run. Several local trails are off leash friendly. Waste removal bags are posted around in case you forget one. "
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  • Anabel C.
    "Not too bad, Decent traffic but could be a lot worse. Traveling at speed limit minimum most of the time "
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  • Iveth H.
    "nothing at the moment just school things.. the trick or treat on hallowen and sale cookies for school activities"
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  • Heather R.
    "It takes forever to get anywhere in Salinas. It’s an old town, much of which had been preserved for the sake of it being John Steinbeck’s hometown. This means narrow streets, minimal parking, and lots of congestion. There are only a few streets which connect “Old Town” to the newer developments... which calls for lots of traffic on those roads."
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  • Lily C. .
    "There’s tons of gang violence. It’s horrible. Over priced homes and homeless people everywhere. Only cool event is the rodeo I guess "
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  • Teachyabtch
    "There's usually something special going on in our neighborhood. We share experiences through raising children, family and work events, last but not least holiday celebrations. "
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  • Hcharlieson
    "It takes a long time to get anywhere. The most nearby shops are on super-congested Main St, and the major shopping stores are all the way across town. Planning your shopping trips for only one day in each week will minimize headaches and time stuck in traffic. "
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  • Niels A.
    "Buses irregular, unreliable. Anything not tied down is stolen. Very expensive and high crime. Leaving for good in 90 days."
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  • Michelle T.
    "My commute to work is 5 minutes. Traffic in the city is busy. Getting across town is slow at certain times of the day. "
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  • Michelle T.
    "Quick shot to work. The mall is 15 minutes away. Downtown 15 the other way! I drive but could easily bike "
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  • Luisa H.
    "We lived here for 3 years and have felt comfortable and secure. There has been occasional situations, hear sirens often, but if you mind your own business you'll be fine. The neighbors are awesome! "
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  • Theresa Marie
    "Schools are good all walking distance from each other and surrounding neighborhoods. 2 grocery stores close. As of lately an overwhelming presence of police when they could be on the other side of town where it needed. Borderline harassment when daughter walks our dog and police drive by and blind her by shining white lights at her. Unacceptable."
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  • Theresa Marie
    "My kids & I feel safe to walk at night. Never had problems with crime. Schools are very close to walk, stores not so much. Rent is very high for not very many features. Everywhere has a stove and Fridge."
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  • Bmadrigal831
    "Nothing special happens in my neighborhood but I wish people would come together for activities for the kids"
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  • Maria Lucas
    "I v have live here for 5 yrs and I like it here but I will love to meet some new people.............."
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  • Visionhomeinvest
    "I only like farmers markets. Not big on community events. I may attend food events as well that’s all however."
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  • Fromtheshepherd
    "We watch out for each other. Many of us use a neighborhood computer app to keep everyone safe or even to announce an upcoming community event."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 8, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,300
Dec 6, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,300
Oct 15, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Oct 7, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,899
Feb 22, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 1290 River Rd

  • What is 1290 River Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1290 River Rd in Salinas, CA is $1,281,400.
  • Is Salinas a buyer's or seller's market?
    Salinas is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Salinas?
    The median sale price in Salinas is $771K. That is down $4K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Salinas?
    Residents describe Salinas, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Salinas, CA.
  • Does 1290 River Rd have parking?
    Yes, 1290 River Rd in Salinas, CA has on-site parking.

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