Craftsman

600 Martin Street

Monterey , CA 93940

MLS#: ML82011862

$2,245,000

Status: Active
Listing number: ML82011862
Listing provided by: Compass
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 6 days ago
On site: a month ago
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Property

Beds

6

Full Baths

4

1/2 Baths

1

Year Built

1895

Sq.Footage

4,579

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.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Total Bedrooms

    6

  • Bathrooms

    4

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    None

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Active Solar, Central, Solar

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    2

  • Parking

    Attached, Guest

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Deck

  • Pool

    No

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.3444

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Craftsman

Price

  • Sales Price

    $2,245,000

  • Sq. Footage

    4, 579

  • Price/SqFt

    $490

HOA

  • Association

    NO

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Stories

    3

  • Foundation Details

    Pillar/Post/Pier

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Water Source

    Public

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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.

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