522 Cortes St
Monterey, CA 93940
Downtown- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 760 sqft
$799,000
as of Aug 23, 2026
$799,000
as of Aug 23, 2026
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 760 sqft
Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
760 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,051
Local Information
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About this House
Welcome to your new home in the heart of Monterey! This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm. Located just minutes from the stunning coastline and world-famous attractions like Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, you'll enjoy the best of Monterey living right at your doorstep.
522 Cortes St, Monterey, CA 93940 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 760 sqft single-family home in Downtown. It last sold for $235,000 on Jul 14, 1999 (7,733% above the $3,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2025 with an asking price of $3,250 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 15, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $799,000, with a rent estimate of $3,219/month.
Home Details for 522 Cortes St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Wall UnitHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Appliances & Utilities DryerRefrigeratorWasher |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Carpet |
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now |
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Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site |
Comparable Sales for 522 Cortes St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.01 | Single-Family Home | $792,000 | 03/17/26 | 2 | 1 | 628 sqft | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $1,162,500 | 04/13/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,414 sqft | |
0.04 | Single-Family Home | $1,195,000 | 06/30/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,302 sqft | |
0.44 | Single-Family Home | $760,000 | 02/26/26 | 1 | 0.5 | 912 sqft | |
0.60 | Single-Family Home | $818,000 | 07/24/26 | 1 | 1 | 764 sqft | |
0.79 | Single-Family Home | $795,000 | 07/30/26 | 2 | 1 | 994 sqft | |
0.79 | Single-Family Home | $1,000,000 | 03/16/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,114 sqft | |
0.63 | Single-Family Home | $1,190,000 | 04/16/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,050 sqft | |
0.48 | Single-Family Home | $1,150,000 | 08/21/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,470 sqft | |
0.57 | Single-Family Home | $875,000 | 08/25/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,292 sqft |
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What Locals Say about Downtown
At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.
86 % Say yards are well-kept
80 % Say it's dog friendly
78 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
75 % Say car is needed
67 % Say there are sidewalks
64 % Say it's quiet
63 % Say there's wildlife
63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
62 % Say people would walk alone at night
60 % Say there's holiday spirit
54 % Say parking is easy
50 % Say streets are well-lit
46 % Say neighbors are friendly
40 % Say kids play outside
36 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
29 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Sep 15, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $3,150 |
Sep 5, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $3,150 Price decreased by 3% |
Jul 22, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $3,250 |
Aug 5, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | |
Aug 2, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $2,935 Price decreased by 2% |
Jul 21, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $2,985 Price decreased by 1% |
Jul 11, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $3,025 Price decreased by 3% |
May 17, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $3,125 |
Dec 29, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium | ListingRemoved | |
Dec 22, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium | PriceChange | $2,695 Price decreased by 2% |
Dec 6, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium | Listed For Rent | $2,750 |
May 5, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $2,295 |
Apr 24, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $2,295 Price decreased by 4% |
Apr 11, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $2,395 Price decreased by 2% |
Apr 2, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $2,450 Price decreased by 2% |
Mar 7, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $2,495 |
Jul 14, 1999 Source: N/A | Sold | $235,000 |
May 29, 1997 Source: N/A | Sold | $137,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2026 | Unavailable | $368,387 |
Home facts updated by county records
Frequently asked questions about 522 Cortes St
- What is 522 Cortes St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 522 Cortes St in Monterey, CA is $799,000.
- What is the price history for 522 Cortes St?522 Cortes St in Monterey, CA last sold for $235,000 in July 1999.
- Is Monterey a buyer's or seller's market?Monterey is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Monterey?The median sale price in Monterey is $1.1M.
- Does 522 Cortes St have air conditioning?Yes, 522 Cortes St in Monterey, CA has air conditioning.
- Does 522 Cortes St have laundry facilities?Yes, 522 Cortes St in Monterey, CA has in-unit laundry.
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