516 College Drive, Salinas, CA 93901
Single-family home · 3 recorded sales since 2012
Sold June 2026
Listing Agent: Sharmaine Torrey (DRE #02071666) · Listing Office: Monterey Coast Realty · Contact: (831) 624-2300 · Bought with: Juan Del Real · Remax Property Experts · MLS #ML82047072 · Source: CRMLS
How this sale compares
516 College Drive sold for $905,000 in June 2026, 3.4% over its $875,000 list price, after 6 days on the market. That works out to $448 per square foot on 2,022 square feet. Across 55 closed sales in 93901 over the last 12 months, the median sold price is $800,000 and the median is $499 per square foot, 11% above this sale's $448.
| Quarter | Closed sales in 93901 | Median sold price |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | 3 | $810,000 |
| Q2 2026 | 28 | $805,000 |
| Q3 2026 | 20 | $787,500 |
| Q4 2026 | 4 | $744,500 |
Figures are MLS-reported closed sales (CRMLS); ZIP medians cover the last 12 months. Nalren does not estimate values. Recently sold in Salinas · Homes for sale in 93901
Description
Located on the 500 block of College Drive in the heart of Mission Park, this lovingly restored 1956 charmer offers the rare opportunity to walk to school from kindergarten through college, with Mission Park Elementary, Palma, and Hartnell College all just blocks away. Rarely does a home become available in this sought-after neighborhood. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a beautifully updated yard, the home blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. Natural light fills the home through brand-new windows, while recent improvements include fresh interior and exterior paint, updated front and backyard landscaping, new lighting, a tankless water heater, and a whole-house water softener. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the inviting layout flows seamlessly outdoors to enjoy Salinas mild coastal weather year-round. Enjoy morning coffee in the courtyard, gather with friends beneath the up-lit redwood tree, or unwind on the patio after a long day. The versatile floor plan is ideal for multigenerational living, working from home, or flexible spaces that can evolve over time. Warm, welcoming, and full of original character, this is a home meant to be cherished for generations.
Listing description from the June 2026 sale, as reported to CRMLS.
Sale history
Recent sales near 516 College Drive
325 San Vincente Avenue: Sold $980,000 · 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,313 sqft · Jul 2026 · 0.1 mi
Gheen Properties Inc | DRE #01782743
Buyer's agent: Catherine Gheen, Gheen Properties Inc | DRE #01782743311 Amherst Drive: Sold $760,000 · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,443 sqft · Jun 2026 · 0.1 mi
eXp Realty of California Inc | DRE #02037027
Buyer's agent: Shankle RE Team, Sotheby's International Realty | DRE #70010260631 W Alisal Street: Sold $795,000 · 4 bd · 3 ba · 1,723 sqft · Sep 2026 · 0.1 mi
330 Homestead Avenue: Sold $775,000 · 4 bd · 3 ba · 2,563 sqft · May 2026 · 0.2 mi
Sotheby's International Realty | DRE #70010260
Buyer's agent: Hilda Iracheta, LPT Realty | DRE #01200760606 Central Avenue: Sold $870,000 · 3 bd · 3 ba · 2,245 sqft · Aug 2026 · 0.3 mi
Piini Realty | DRE #01889295
Buyer's agent: Karissa Acoba, Remax Property Experts | DRE #02173935710 Campus Avenue: Sold $748,000 · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,661 sqft · May 2026 · 0.4 mi
M2 Realty Group | DRE #01744576
Buyer's agent: Rebecca L Mccallon, Windermere Valley Properties | DRE #01967305643 Stanford Avenue: Sold $759,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,154 sqft · Jul 2026 · 0.4 mi
eXp Realty of California Inc | DRE #02067976
Buyer's agent: The Ruiz Group, Keller Williams Realty | DRE #70010112782 Fairfax Drive: Sold $800,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,276 sqft · Jun 2026 · 0.4 mi
Elite Realty | DRE #02015502
Buyer's agent: Damaris Dover, eXp Realty of California Inc | DRE #01929839
Closed sales reported in 93901, nearest first, last 12 months. All recent sales in Salinas →