For Sale160d on marketHistoric · 97 yrs
642 Cypress St
Monterey, CA, 93940 • New Monterey • Monterey County
$925,000
$830/sqft
-$25,000 since Feb 20, 2026
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
1,114Sqft
0.08 acLot
1929Built
Property DNA
Cottage Style
Built 1929 · 97 years of history
Outdoor Living
Deck
Sheds
Sheds
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 160 days ago · 2,030 views · 36 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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160 days on market
Established listing
$830/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1929 · Historic
This 1,114-square-foot cottage offers two bedrooms and one bathroom in a highly desirable location across from Cypress Street Park in New Monterey. Brimming with character and potential, the home features hardwood floors, fresh interior and exterior paint, and new carpet. A private carport is accessed via a shared driveway from Lily Street. Important updates have already been completed, including a newer roof, updated electrical panel, and a completed sewer lateral. With these key improvements in place, you can focus on adding your own style and modern touches. Walking distance to Cannery Row and Pacific Grove, this property combines convenience, opportunity, and timeless coastal charm in an ideal choice for a home, vacation retreat, or investment.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights new carpet, newer roof, and hardwood floors as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$5,753/month
Principal & Interest$4,520
Property Tax$925
Insurance$308
Down payment20% ($185,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.17% rate · 30yr fixed · $740,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year Built1929
HeatingCentral Forced Air
CoolingNone
Parking1 Carport space
Lot3,485 sqft
Days on Zillow160 Days
Price/sqft$830
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence, Residential
StyleCottage
Year built1929
Stories1
Systems
HeatingCentral Forced Air
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
Water / SewerPublic / Shared Septic
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingCarport
Fireplaces1
FencingBack Yard,Wood
Lot3,485 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodNew Monterey
ZoningRes
Annual tax$11,305
Parcel001148020000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Gas Cooktop
Dryer
Washer
Flooring
Carpet
Hardwood
Vinyl Linoleum
Heating
Central Forced Air
Cooling
None
Laundry
Inside
Fireplace
Living Room
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Back Yard
Fenced
Parking
Carport
Patio & Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Corners Marked
Gentle Sloping
Other
Utilities
Public Utilities
Water Public
Gas
PublicUtilities
Other Structures
Sheds
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Bedroom
GroundFloorBedroom
Bathroom
ShoweroverTub1
Dining Room
DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family Room
NoFamilyRoom
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market160
Est. value$892,200
Est. rent$3,445/mo
Tax rate1.10%
Price/sqft$830
On marketOct 29, 2025
PostedOct 29, 2025
Last sold$287,000
MLS updatedMar 8, 2026
Tour days9
Views2,030
Favorites36
How are the schools in Monterey?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Monterey, CA, 93940
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 20, 2026Price Change$925,000$830MLSListings Inc
Oct 29, 2025Listed For Sale$950,000$853MLSListings Inc
Apr 28, 1999Sold$287,000$258Public Record
Price Change$925,000
Feb 20, 2026•$830/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$950,000
Oct 29, 2025•$853/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Sold$287,000
Apr 28, 1999•$258/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2025$11,305$975,000
Apr 8, 2024$4,945$441,089
Apr 8, 2023$4,765$432,441
Apr 8, 2022$4,700$423,963
Apr 8, 2021$4,632$415,651
Apr 8, 2020$4,458$411,390
Apr 8, 2019$4,675$403,325
Apr 8, 2018$4,490$395,418
Apr 8, 2017$4,161$387,666
Apr 8, 2016$4,087$380,065
Apr 8, 2015$3,960$374,357
Apr 8, 2014$3,960$367,025
Apr 8, 2012—$358,204
Apr 8, 2011—$351,182
Apr 8, 2010—$348,559
Apr 8, 2009—$349,388
Apr 8, 2008—$342,538
Apr 8, 2007—$335,822
Apr 8, 2006—$329,238
Apr 8, 2005—$322,783
Apr 8, 2004—$316,455
Apr 8, 2003—$310,656
Apr 8, 2002—$304,566
Apr 8, 2001$3,003$298,595
Apr 8, 2000—$292,740
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Monterey, CA • Monterey County
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
939239394093942939439394493955
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