MONTEREY

Historic fishing town with the Monterey Peninsula’s top attractions.

Welcome to Monterey

Historic fishing town with the Monterey Peninsula’s top attractions.

Monterey is the vibrant gem of the Central Coast. With a population of 28,352, this city is a lively and thriving area with numerous neighborhoods. Monterey extends from the border of Pacific Grove (along David Avenue), down to Carmel Woods and Jack’s Peak, stretching just past the Monterey Regional Airport (along 218).

In town, you’ll find almost everything you could want or need to live a comfortable life. Not only are there a variety of communities that have their own unique personalities, but there are endless conveniences and amenities. Without ever leaving Monterey, you can visit an aquarium, several well-maintained parks, cast off from the local marina, explore exhibits at the art museum, relax at the beach, and check out the area’s best dining and shopping establishments.

Compared to the rest of the Central Coast, Monterey provides exceptional value for prospective home buyers. The median list price of homes in this city is $1,150,000. Those who are considering a move to Monterey will find everything from Spanish-style single-family homes to hidden hillside properties that deliver the utmost privacy.

What to Love

  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
  • Bayside location, featuring parks and a marina
  • Excellent restaurants and shopping

People & Lifestyle

Monterey is a dynamic and diverse city. It is full of life and plenty of things to do and see. There are both suburban and urban neighborhoods, providing plenty of distinct options for those looking to relocate to the area.

Individuals and families who want to be in an all-encompassing part of the Central Coast will for sure want to explore this area. Anything you could ever want or need is a short drive from home, making life here incredibly convenient.

Dining, Shopping & Entertainment

One of the biggest perks of living in Monterey is the abundance of top-tier shopping and dining establishments.

At the Del Monte Shopping Center, you’ll find some of the city’s best stores. Browse the latest selection at H&M, Macy’s, SEPHORA, Pottery Barn, and Williams-Sonoma. In the immediate area, you can run your weekly errands at places like Whole Foods Market, Petco, and Elroy’s Fine Foods (an organic food grocery store).

Getting hungry? Monterey has plenty of places to satisfy your appetite for any and every cuisine. Local favorites include Lalla Oceanside Grill, Monterey Fish House, EPSILON, Saffron Cafe, Jacks Monterey, Crepes of Brittany, Melville Tavern, Ambrosia India Bistro, heirloom pizza co., Montrio Bistro, Tarpy’s Roadhouse, and Monterey Cookhouse.

Things to Do

Another exceptional perk of living in Monterey is the neverending list of things to do, see, and experience. You can easily spend an afternoon or an entire day getting lost in all the activities around the city.

A highly popular attraction for both residents and visitors is the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Situated directly on the Bay, you can explore many immersive exhibits. Also popular is the Monterey County Fairgrounds, where you can attend the annual Monterey County Fair, the Pop-Up Movie series, and other fun events.

Other not-to-miss spots in Monterey include The Wine Experience, Old Fisherman’s Wharf, Dennis The Menace Playground, Monterey State Beach, Del Monte Beach, Monterey Pines Golf Club, tours with Monterey Bay Whale Watch, San Carlos Beach, Lower Presidio Historic Park, and Monterey Bay Park.

Schools

Monterey is home to several excellent schools. Top educational opportunities include:

 
 
 
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