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An unincorporated, gated community on the Monterey Peninsula built around Pebble Beach Golf Links and the 17-Mile Drive.
Pebble Beach sits along the rugged Monterey Peninsula coastline, its winding, cypress-lined roads leading through Del Monte Forest to grand estates and ocean overlooks. Non-residents pay a toll to drive the community's main road, 17-Mile Drive, which effectively makes Pebble Beach a de facto gated community even though it is unincorporated.
About 3,606 people live in Pebble Beach year-round, with a median age of 56 and an average individual income of $122,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. The community is best known worldwide for Pebble Beach Golf Links, but it is equally defined by its scale: large lots, mature forest, and a level of privacy uncommon even on the rest of the Peninsula.
Consistently ranked among the top public courses in the country, with the coastline itself as much a part of the round as the fairways.
The scenic road running through the community, passing the Lone Cypress, Bird Rock, and Point Joe.
A protected cove suited to kayaking and paddleboarding, with Spanish Bay Beach nearby for sunset walks.
An annual showcase of rare and vintage automobiles that draws collectors and spectators from around the world.
Life in Pebble Beach is built around the outdoors, whether that means an early tee time, a walk along the coastal trails, or a guided horseback ride through Del Monte Forest. With an average household size of 2 and a median age of 56, the community skews toward established households and second-home owners rather than young families, though the Carmel Unified schools remain a draw for those relocating with children.
Because Pebble Beach is private and gated, day-to-day life feels quieter than nearby Carmel or Monterey, with most amenities, including tennis, equestrian facilities, and private beach access, built into the resort infrastructure itself rather than a walkable town center.
Pebble Beach's dining is concentrated inside its resorts. The Bench, at The Lodge at Pebble Beach, overlooks the 18th hole of Pebble Beach Golf Links and serves an open-flame, wood-roasted menu. Stillwater Bar and Grill, also at The Lodge, focuses on California coastal cuisine with views of Stillwater Cove and is known locally for its Sunday brunch. Roy's at Pebble Beach and Peppoli at Pebble Beach, both at The Inn at Spanish Bay, round out the resort's fine dining with Hawaiian fusion and Italian menus respectively. The full list of Pebble Beach Resorts dining options includes more than a dozen restaurants and lounges.
Golf is the anchor activity, with Pebble Beach Golf Links joined by Spyglass Hill and The Links at Spanish Bay as public courses inside the community. The 17-Mile Drive is the best way to see the coastline by car, passing the Lone Cypress and Bird Rock. Stillwater Cove and Spanish Bay Beach offer paddling and walking access to the water, and guided horseback rides through Del Monte Forest are available for a different vantage point on the terrain.
Pebble Beach is served by Carmel Unified School District, the same district covering Carmel and Carmel Valley, including Carmel River Elementary School, Carmel Middle School, and Carmel High School, which carries a 10 out of 10 GreatSchools rating. School assignment is based on residential address; buyers should confirm current attendance boundaries directly with Carmel Unified School District before making a purchase decision based on schools.
Homes in Pebble Beach range from roughly 2,000 to more than 10,000 square feet, with prices generally starting in the low millions and reaching upward of $20 million for the most prominent estates along 17-Mile Drive. Architectural styles run from traditional Mediterranean and Spanish Revival to contemporary design, and many properties include guesthouses, wine cellars, and grounds built for privacy. Buyers should factor in Monterey County property taxes plus Pebble Beach community assessments, which fund private road maintenance and shared amenities. For a look at comparable coastal inventory closer to the village, see Carmel Luxury Homes. Stacey Scherling can walk you through recent Pebble Beach comparables and community assessment details for a specific property.
Pebble Beach is unincorporated and not formally gated, but non-resident vehicles pay a toll to enter via 17-Mile Drive, which functions as a de facto gate and keeps through-traffic low.
Pebble Beach is served by Carmel Unified School District, which includes Carmel River Elementary School, Carmel Middle School, and Carmel High School. Families should verify current attendance boundaries with the district before purchasing.
Pebble Beach home prices generally start in the low millions and can exceed $20 million for the most prominent estates, with size and location relative to 17-Mile Drive and the golf courses driving most of the variation.
Yes, but non-resort guests are generally limited to booking tee times within 24 hours of play, while guests of an affiliated Pebble Beach resort can book further in advance.
No. Pebble Beach is a separate unincorporated community on the Monterey Peninsula, though it borders Carmel-by-the-Sea and shares the Carmel Unified School District.
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Sources: 1. U.S. Census Bureau, Pebble Beach, CA population and income data (as published on-site). 2. Pebble Beach Resorts (pebblebeach.com), dining and golf course information. 3. GreatSchools.org, Carmel High School profile. 4. Wikipedia, Pebble Beach, California, ZIP code and jurisdiction detail.
3,606 people live in Pebble Beach, where the median age is 56 and the average individual income is $122,500. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Pebble Beach has 1,728 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Pebble Beach do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,606 people call Pebble Beach home. The population density is 866 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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