Monterey is located on the Monterey Bay along the Pacific coast in Central California. The city is situated on the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, a federally protected ocean area extending 276 miles along the coast. Few places on earth can live up to their own mythology, but Monterey is a notable exception. No matter what you’ve heard or seen in feature films, nothing can prepare you for the jaw dropping beauty along Monterey’s fabled coast and village-like pedestrian thoroughfares. John Steinbeck was a frequent visitor, and drew considerable inspiration from area landmarks including Cannery Row. Which he helped to immortalize in his novel of the same name. Today, restaurants, boutiques and attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium have helped make Monterey a favorite destination for visitors from around the world. There are several institutions of higher education in the area, including
Monterey is steeped in history and famed for the abundance and diversity of its marine life, which includes sea lions, sea otters, harbor seals, bat rays, kelp, pelicans and dolphins. Sealife makes Monterey a popular destination for scuba divers of all abilities ranging from novice to expert. The Monterey Bay Aquarium, one of the largest in North America, hosts several important marine science laboratories. Monterey’s geographic location gives scientists access to the deep sea within hours, and only a few miles offshore is Monterey Canyon, the largest and deepest underwater canyon off the Pacific coast of North America. The Monterey Bay Aquarium has been acclaimed as one of the finest in the world, while also becoming a leader in ocean conservation. The popular aquarium sparked a tourism boom for the Monterey Peninsula when it opened in 1984, and has attracted approximately 2 million visitors every year since. There are five times as many hotel rooms on the peninsula now as there were in 1984, and tourist spending has tripled to about $2 billion a year.
The “My Museum” known as the Monterey county youth museum is especially popular with small children, and is located within walking distance of the present day Fisherman’s Wharf, and directly adjacent to The Museum of Maritime History. Monterey also has much to offer anyone who wants to dip into California’s history including several museums, and more than thirty carefully preserved historic buildings. What may be the only whalebone sidewalk still in existence in the United States lies in front of the Old Whaling Station.
Lake El Estero is a popular Monterey Park featuring recreation opportunities including paddle boats, the Dennis the Menace Park, and a skate park designed by local skaters. Birders are especially fond of this park due to its easy accessibility and the diversity of bird life it attracts.
Purchasing a main residence or vacation home in Monterey is a community where the knowledge and expertise of real estate agent is vital before embarking upon a purchase. You will appreciate the guidance and knowledge of Corey Luce to help you decipher the sixteen unique neighborhoods within the City of Monterey and how they will accommodate you real estate desires. When searching for real estate in Monterey, you will find that it is divided into sixteen communities. Each community has its explicit advantages and unique characteristics which create a real estate value specific to its location. There can be dramatic changes in pricing of homes with similar square footage just based on the location of where the home is located. The sixteen communities are listed below:
Just outside the city limits of Monterey, off the scenic Highway 68 are some premier gated and golf communities! If you are looking for something just outside the city, these are not to be missed! Prices can start in the low $1mil and have seen values up to $4mil+. These affluent neighborhoods include:
This condominium nestled in the beautiful area of Glenwood Circle is searching for a new owner. Close to Monterey Peninsula College, downtown, bus transit, highway and yo...
In the heart of the historic and active Cannery Row district in Monterey, you will find these brand new, never been lived in, fully furnished and turnkey residences. One ...
Sitting just blocks above Monterey's downtown Alvarado St., historic City Hall along with the hustle & bustle of Fisherman's Wharf & the surf & sand of Del Monte Beach, h...
Sitting just blocks above Monterey's downtown Alvarado St., historic City Hall along with the hustle & bustle of Fisherman's Wharf & the surf & sand of Del Monte Beach, h...
Classic Victorian with Bay views. Peeks on the first floor and better from the master bedroom. Nice private patio in back with great Bay views from the garden. Really coo...
Beautiful top unit overlooking the pool and club house. This 1 bedroom, one bath unit is clean and move-in ready. Unit is conveniently located a few steps from the elevat...
Welcome home to this clean quiet 1 bed/1 bath 3-level Townhome. Imagine waking up to the sound of distant crashing waves and drinking your morning coffee on your own larg...
2 bedroom, 2 bath home with approximately 1,061 square feet situated on a corner lot with 3,920 square feet. Large Storage structure in backyard.
First floor condominium being sold fully furnished with sunny views over a large deck. Located near Del Monte Shopping Center and downtown Monterey. Unit has been well ma...
We welcome you to this Mid-century masterpiece sitting on a hilltop with distant ocean views. With all the feels of yesteryear and the comforts of today, this home assemb...
This property is a gem sitting on a quiet cul-de-sac in Skyline Forest. The house basks in an abundant natural light with its windows and many skylights, which afford a c...
Welcome to this rare opportunity in Monterey! This three bedroom, two full bath home boasts views of the forest and mountains. Centrally located, youll enjoy being near H...
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This one of a kind single story property sits on a spacious lot in the most prestigious neighborhood in Monterey. Note the circular driveway and expansive gardens. Enter ...
Single story home in popular yet rarely available Aguajito Oaks neighborhood. In the Monterey Sunbelt and only minutes to downtown Monterey, beach and Peninsula yet offe...
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A keen eye will appreciate this home's multi use open floor plan and interesting 70's architecture in this ideally located retreat in the forest. A roomy 2,570 sf of liv...
Perched atop the coveted Skyline Forest in Monterey, CA this modern contemporary home, immerses itself in all elements of the environment. Sitting along the highest ridge...
Updated and located in the highly desirable Oak Grove neighborhood, sits this 2 bed 1 bath bungalow with walk in basement! Newer dual pane windows throughout with updated...
Multi tenant office building available in the heart of downtown Monterey. Street to street lot between Calle Principal and Pacific St. Offices can be accessed from Pacifi...
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