Monterey County · The historic peninsula city

Monterey, Monterey County

California's first capital, where Cannery Row, Old Monterey and the bay share one city.

Living in Monterey

The historic peninsula city.

The Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row, Fisherman's Wharf, the adobes of Monterey State Historic Park and the Naval Postgraduate School all sit within the city, with the Recreation Trail running along the water.

The homes

Historic adobes and cottages in Old Monterey, homes with bay views in New Monterey and the Skyline Forest area, mid-century houses, and condos near the beach.

Around town

  • Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium
  • Fisherman's Wharf
  • Monterey State Historic Park
  • The Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail

Worth knowing

Water availability on the peninsula is limited; remodels that add bathrooms or units can depend on water rules, so check before you plan.

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Monterey questions

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Does Desantis Realty Group work in Monterey?

Yes. Monterey is in Monterey County, one of the three counties Desantis Realty Group serves. Mario Desantis (Coldwell Banker Realty, CA DRE #02119587) represents sellers, buyers, trustees and investors there.

What kinds of homes are in Monterey?

Historic adobes and cottages in Old Monterey, homes with bay views in New Monterey and the Skyline Forest area, mid-century houses, and condos near the beach.

What should buyers know about Monterey?

Water availability on the peninsula is limited; remodels that add bathrooms or units can depend on water rules, so check before you plan.

How do I find out what my Monterey home is worth?

Request a home valuation on this site. The team prepares a written valuation from recent Monterey and Monterey County sales and walks you through it, with no obligation.

How far is Monterey from the Desantis Realty Group office?

The office is at 5435 Scotts Valley Dr, Ste B, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. Down Highway 1 from our Scotts Valley office; we tour the Peninsula weekly.