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:
Ocean views of the blue Pacific from the living room, spacious master bedroom and expansive deck. This lovely condo is located high above the Monterey Bay in the coveted...
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Enjoy Ocean views in this vaulted ceiling beauty with 2 entertaining areas, both with fireplaces. Entertain and enjoy cooking while looking at the ocean, and or watching ...
Open Sunday May 22nd from 1-4. Custom home built from the ground up 13 years ago. Beautiful natural views from the house, Patio with firepit and sitting area, Private ben...
Sited on 1.6 acres of fully usable gently sloping land, this spacious home includes over 4,640 SqFt of tastefully designed living space, including a substantial downstair...
Close to Beach and Shopping. Great for Primary, Personal Vacation Home or Rental. Lovely Garden in Common Area * New Luxury Vinyl Flooring * Karastan Carpet in Bedroom * ...
Located in the historic area of Peter's Gate Monterey is this charm filled, well-maintained 2 bed 2 bath home. The living room showcases hardwood flooring, a cozy firepla...
This light and bright Del Monte Beach oceanfront one bedroom, one bath condo has been beautifully updated. Situated on the bluffs overlooking sand and sea, it provides t...
Set in an idyllic neighborhood and surrounded by golf & valley views sits this turn-key, custom estate behind the gates at The Club at Pasadera. From the moment you walk ...
Take a look at this home with filtered views overlooking the Monterey Bay. Gorgeous, filtered views of the green mountains, the Monterey Airport, the beautiful Monterey ...
Property is now being used as light commercial offices with no kitchen or full bath, but it was originally a 2 bed 1 bath home. This 1900's adorable cottage is situated i...
Zoned Co-DBE (light commercial), this 1900s, adorable cottage is situated in the heart of Monterey at the end of a surprising quiet cul-de-sac. Close to El Estero Lake, F...
Monterra lot 126 is a 2.6 acre parcel located on a sun drenched hillside on private cul-de-sac in the gated community of Monterra Ranch. The mostly level building envelo...
Lot 136 is 2.98 acre parcel with a .97 acre building envelope. Located on a sun drenched hillside in the gated community of Monterra, this oak studded building opportunit...
Located in sunny Monterey in the Monte Vista area above the Bay is this tastefully-remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, single-level home. Kitchen remodeled within the past f...
This wonderful 2 bed 2 bath condo, located in the Del Monte neighborhood, is the epitome of beach living. You wont be able to get much closer to the beach than this, as i...
It's usually a beautiful day in the neighborhood! Gated and warm in the sunbelt of Monterey is where you will find this great home on Whip Road. The sweeping ocean views ...
Masterfully crafted to perfection with easy access to Hwy 1 & Hwy 68. Property re-built and expanded from ground-up in April 2022. This modern estate exudes quality throu...
Beautifully situated ocean view 3 bed, 2 full bath! Completely remodeled with city permits from the framing in -new, electrical,plumbing,roof, heating system, doors-inter...
Sunny & spacious 2-bed condo in the desirable Monterey Sunbelt, nestled in a quiet forest setting just 5 minutes from world renowned beaches. This largest available floor...
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