Just blocks from Monterey Bay, 399 Hoffman Avenue offers the opportunity to own a classic New Monterey cottage in one of the Peninsula's most sought-after neighborhoods. Enjoy easy access to the Recreation Trail, Cannery Row, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, beaches, waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and all the attractions that define Monterey's coastal lifestyle. Filled with natural light, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features bamboo flooring, a dedicated laundry room, and a newer forced-air furnace. The versatile lower level includes a half bath and multiple bonus rooms ideal for a home office, fitness room, art studio, guest space, workshop, or additional storage. An attached single-car garage adds everyday convenience. Rich in character and ready for its next chapter, this home offers the opportunity to update and personalize while building equity in an exceptional location. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, weekend retreat, or long-term investment, 399 Hoffman Avenue combines charm, flexibility, and an unbeatable New Monterey location.
Under contract
Price cut: $26.5K (7/14)
$948,500
399 Hoffman Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
2beds
792sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1974
3,000 Square Feet Lot
$907,200 Zestimate®
$1,198/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 66 days
- 2,706
- 126
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dave Lucas 02092197 831-884-3521,
Coldwell Banker Realty 831-626-2222
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82052669
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastBar, DiningArea
Family room
- Features: Other
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 792
- Total interior livable area: 792 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, On Street
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 3,000 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 001065021000
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: NaturalGas, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Monterey
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,198/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $790,174
- Date on market: 6/30/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Estimated market value
$907,200
$862,000 - $953,000
$3,495/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Contingent | $948,500$1,198/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $948,500-2.7%$1,198/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $975,000+1047.1%$1,231/sqft |
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| 11/1/1994 | Sold | $85,000$107/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $790,174 +2% |
| 2025 | $9,036 +8.2% | $774,681 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,352 +430.2% | $759,492 +453.6% |
| 2023 | $1,575 +1.4% | $137,196 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,554 +1.4% | $134,507 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,532 +9.3% | $131,871 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,402 -4.2% | $130,520 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,463 +4% | $127,962 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,407 +7.7% | $125,454 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,307 +1.9% | $122,995 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,283 +3.3% | $120,584 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,242 | $118,774 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,242 | $116,449 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $113,652 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $111,425 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $110,594 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $110,858 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $108,686 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $106,556 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $104,468 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $102,421 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $100,413 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $98,573 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $96,641 +2% |
| 2001 | $894 | $94,747 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $92,889 |
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Neighborhood: New Monterey
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: MontereyPeninsulaUnified
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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