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:
Darling home just steps from the beach. Monterey Sports Center, Captain & Stoker Coffee and Dust Bowl Brewery. Most desirable downtown/fisherman's wharf sunny spot. Hard ...
Darling home in Monterey's sunniest spot downtown in the heart of it all. Beach, Monterey Sports Center, Captain & Stoker Coffee, Dustbowl Brewery, Jacks Park/tennis cou...
Beautiful oak studded corner lot located in one of Monterey's most classic and historic neighborhood, Alta Mesa. This site is perfect to build your dream home as it is s...
Rare opportunity to build in this well established old historic Monterey location. This lot is surrounded by beautiful homes in the prestigious neighborhood of Alta Mesa...
With sweeping ocean and mountain views, this exquisite Californian Hacienda offers both convenience and serenity just a short drive from all the wonderful amenities the M...
Bright and Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath unit overlooking the pool and clubhouse! This 2nd floor condo is located in the highly desirable Monterey Sunbelt and nestled in a ve...
This wonderful condo has been a treasured getaway for more than 20 years. It features an updated kitchen and bath, views of the mountains, top floor living and the buildi...
Great location close to Del Monte Center and other shopping even closer. Updated 2BR 2BA on lowest floor above parking garage where you have 1 space and lots of open park...
Now is the time to live and play in Ocean Harbor House, Monterey's premier waterfront condominium community, loaded with amenities. Charming 1 bedroom 1 bath corner locat...
This 2 bed 1 bath condo is nestled within the highly desirable Golden Oaks community. This Move-In ready condo has the best of both worlds! A fireplace to keep you cozy o...
Welcome home to this exceptional property, located in the gated community of Bay Ridge, with glorious views that will take your breath away! Boasting 3 bedrooms and 2.5 b...
You will love this spacious New Monterey home, with its peaks of the bay, and extra large lot. Frank Lloyd Wright fans will appreciate the nod to his architecture, with t...
Affordable housing by the City of Monterey. Buyer can not have owned a home in last 3 years and there are income limits depending on family size. Single parent income lim...
Welcome to your refreshed home with ample room to breathe and entertain on a cul-de-sac in the highly desirable Fisherman Flats' neighborhood. Perched up the hill in Mont...
This corner lot property will invite you right in to it's single level living with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, updated bathrooms and kitchen, new furnace and newly landscaped fr...
California Dreaming... Beautifully remodeled home in the highly sought after Monte Vista neighborhood with filtered ocean views! Situated on over 1/2 acre of privacy yet ...
Reminiscent of days gone by. This old girl has charm and character. Lot of natural light shine through the windows. High ceilings and picture hanging moldings throughou...
Welcome to one of the most prestigious streets in the Monterra Community. Offering some of the best views of Monterey Bay, the Santa Cruz Mountains and city lights this ...
Welcome to this stunning ocean view condo! Located in the perfect spot, you are just a short walk away from downtown Monterey, the wharf and some of the best beaches on t...
Welcome to a unique, contemporary property; completely renovated in 2022. The kitchen is an entertainers dream come true with an extra large island, built in Kitchen Aid ...
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