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.
For sale
$2,295,000
600 Martin St, Monterey, CA 93940
6beds
4,579sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence,
Built in 1895
0.34 Acres Lot
$2,205,700 Zestimate®
$501/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 26 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 15, 2025 at 01:20pm
Listed by:
Stacey Scherling 02157842 831-238-8584,
Compass
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82011862

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Open house
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Great Room, Laundry, Office, Utility Room, Workshop
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom
Bathroom
- Features: ShoweroverTub1, TubinPrimaryBedroom, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Tile
Heating
- Central Forced Air, Central Forced Air Gas, Solar
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,579
- Total interior livable area: 4,579 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Drive Through, Guest, Parking Restrictions
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 001492001000
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Arts And Crafts,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence,
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public, Solar
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Monterey
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $501/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $643,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,105
- Date on market: 6/20/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
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