Del Monte Beach
The Monterey neighborhood of Del Monte Beach is comprised of single family homes as well as condos in the Ocean Harbor House complex, all situated on Del Monte Beach, a popular surfing spot located on the stretch of Monterey State Beach. The neighborhood is bordered by Monterey Bay to the north, Del Monte Avenue to the south, and areas of Monterey State Beach to the east and west. The United States Navy Postgraduate School borders the neighborhood to the South with 627 acres of land. Home to NPS since 1947, the campus houses numerous academic buildings, state of the art laboratories, and recreational facilities including Del Monte Lake. Before WWII the property was home to the Hotel Del Monte, the premier luxury hotel opened by Charles Crocker in 1880.
The Ocean Harbor House condominium complex offers a variety of floor plans to suit individual and family needs, the smallest one bedroom units start at 478 SqFt, while the largest units have 3 bedrooms and 1,608 SqFt of living space. Having the unique distinction of being oceanfront nestled in the sandy dunes, this complex is gated for security, has 2 swimming pools, 2 saunas, enclosed garage parking and carports. The property underwent a complete renovation in 1995.
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Historical Market Information
2020
In 2020, 24 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a remodeled 3 bedroom, 3 full and 1 half bath home with 2,330 SqFt of living space on a 3,600 SqFt lot and featuring 180 degree views of the Monterey Bay and selling for 2.84 million. The least expensive home to sell was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit with an updated kitchen located in the Ocean Harbor House community featuring 513 SqFt of living space and selling for 450K.
2019
16 homes sold in this neighborhood in 2019. The most expensive home to sell was was a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condominium located in the Ocean Harbor House community featuring a 1,023 SqFt of living space including a huge rear deck, complete with Ocean views and sold for 950K. The least expensive home to sell was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath entry-level unit located in the same complex and sold for 380K.
2018
16 homes sold in this neighborhood in 2018. The most expensive home to sell was a custom home to be built on one of the last beachfront lots located in this neighborhood – renderings include a 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with 2,200 SqFt of living space on a 5001 SqFt lot. The least expensive home to sell was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath view condominium located in the Ocean Harbor House community and sold for 522k.
2017
21 homes sold in this neighborhood in 2017. The most expensive home to sell was a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with panoramic Ocean views with 1,906 SqFt of living space on a 3600 SqFt lot. The least expensive home to sell was an updated 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit with 513 SqFt of living space and peaks of the Monterey Bay and sold for 400k.
2016
In 2016 17 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell was a 4 bedroom, 2 bath, Oceanfront home with 3,598 SqFt of living space on a 3,598 SqFt lot and selling for 1.475 million. The least expensive home to sell was 1 bedroom, 1 bath, updated large unit in the Ocean Harbor House community with 818 SqFt of living space and selling for 450K.
2015
In 2015, 18 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home that sold sold for 2.825 mil and was a custom home to built, renderings included Ocean views and an open and modern design, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, 2,200 SqFt of living space on a 5000 SqFt lot. The least expensive home to sell was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath condominium located in the coveted Ocean Harbor House community and had 555 SqFt of living space and sold for 365K.
2014
In 2014, 14 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home sold for 900K and was a 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with 1,930 SqFt of living space on a 3,480 SqFt lot. The least expensive home sold for 307K for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo with 513 SqFt of living space.
2013
In 2013, 15 homes sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home sell was a 1,000 SqFt condo with ocean views, which sold for 830K. The least expensive home sold in 2013 and was a 478 SqFt condo with ocean views and sold for 299K
2012
In 2012 there were 9 home sales that sold in this neighborhood. The most expensive home to sell, sold for 785K and was a a 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with 1,782 SqFt of living space and situated on a 6,300 SqFt lot with views of Monterey Bay and city lights. The least expensive home sold for 330K and was a 1 bedroom 1 bath unit in the Ocean Harbor House complex with living space of 1,249 SqFt.
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To live in the Del Monte Beach neighborhood of Monterey is to enjoy oceanfront living which is rare find in the city of Monterey. Whether you are looking for a single family home with stunning views of the Monterey Bay with the twinkle of city lights at night or an oceanfront condo with the convenience of condo living and amenities, it is a neighborhood with wonderful access to endless recreational activities. Monterey has an abundance of beautiful parks and beaches, each with their own personality and appeal. From surfing, cycling and hiking, to kayaking and sailing there is always an activity to partake in while absorbing the beauty of your surroundings.
From your home in Del Monte Beach you can easily hop on the Monterey Bay coastal trail which stretches out to Pacific Grove through the Wharf, Marina, beaches and Cannery Row or travel east to Fort Ord State Beach. Cycling through Fort Ord State Beach is a wonderful experience particularly for families. With no cars to negotiate, you are free to concentrate on the paved stretch of road ahead and the invigorating sea breezes. Monterey is rich in history and a city to explore the stomping grounds of figures from the past including writer John Steinbeck and his reflections of Cannery Row. Exploring Cannery Row you will be sure to visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium, formerly a bustling sardine cannery. The aquarium is a sensational treasure of marine life that educates, amazes and delights visitors from young to old. You will enter an underwater kingdom of glowing jellyfish, intricate seahorses, comical sea otters, eerie sharks and more in a pristine environment . There are many local restaurants to enjoy in the area from fine dining at the famous Sardine Factory, to local seafood at the Monterey Fish House. The nearby Del Monte Golf Course and the Monterey Pines Golf Course are great courses to play and when you have challenged yourself to these, drive 15 minutes into Pebble Beach to play one of its seven world renowned courses including The Links at Spanish Bay, Pebble Beach Golf Links or Poppy Hills.
With natural beauty, a pleasant and temperate climate and an abundance of recreational activities to enjoy, living in Monterey is an ideal location to call home. The neighborhood of Del Monte Park is a fantastic neighborhood to live in with close proximity to the beach and easy access to the best of the Monterey Peninsula.
