600 Martin Street

• Wed Jun 25, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

• Sun Jun 29, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Welcome to 600 Martin Street, a historic treasure located in the heart of Monterey. Originally built in 1895, and once the summer vacation lodge of President Herbert Hoover and his wife Lou Henry, this timeless home is rich in history and classic beauty. The original redwood interior evokes a sense of authenticity, perfectly complementing the home's Arts and Crafts architectural style. Featuring high ceilings throughout, 3 stone fireplaces, large bedrooms and bathrooms, and an upstairs bonus room, perfect for an office, playroom, or bedroom/guest space. An attached 600 square foot studio with a separate meter is complete with an additional separate entrance, private patio, kitchen and bathroom, and can be used as added guest space or a rental. Recent upgrades include a 3 year old roof, owned solar panels, updated exterior and interior painting, augmented French drains, efficient water heater, historic wiring renovation, and more. 600 Martin Street is an official Mills Act home, a qualified historic property in California receiving property tax relief in exchange for maintaining and restoring the property. Affectionally known as The Henry-Hoover house, experience authentic sophistication in this beautifully preserved Monterey gem.

Days on Market

5 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$2,295,000

List Price

$2,295,000

On Market Date

Jun 20, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Home

Area

113 - Monte Regio/Peter's Gate

Zip Code

93940

MLS ID

ML82011862

APN

001-492-001-000

Year Built

1895

Stories in Building

3

Possession

Unavailable

Data Source

MLSL

Origin MLS System

MLSListings, Inc.

Bed

6

Bath

5 (4/1)

Full on Ground Floor, Shower over Tub - 1, Tub in Primary Bedroom

Parking

6

Attached Garage, Drive Through, Guest / Visitor Parking, Parking Restrictions

SQ FT

4,579

SQ FT Source

Unavailable

Lot SQ FT

15,000.0

Lot Acres

0.344353 Acres

Kitchen

Cooktop - Electric, Countertop - Tile, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Cooling

None

Dining Room

Formal Dining Room

Disclosures

Natural Hazard Disclosure

Family Room

Separate Family Room

Flooring

Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Pillars / Posts / Piers

Fire Place

Gas Log, Gas Starter, Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning

Heating

Central Forced Air, Central Forced Air - Gas, Solar

Laundry

Inside, Washer / Dryer

Architectural Style

Arts and Crafts, Craftsman

Fee

Unavailable

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