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$772,741$853 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

889 JEFFERSON ST

MONTEREY, CA 93940
2
Beds
1
Baths
906 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,200 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1932
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$773K
$677K low$868K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,472 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$476,466 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$198,402
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$278,064
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$467,124

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.13
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
13
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
25
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountyMONTEREY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Monterey High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Monte VistaB+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Monterey Peninsula Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93940These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.355

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,837
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,156 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,487
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$138,191
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.79%

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How this home compares

889 Jefferson St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 90% of homes in Old Town
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Monterey 93940
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Monterey County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Monterey 93940
  • Older than 94% of homes in Monterey County

What homes are worth in Monterey 93940

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$398K$3.4M

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Monterey 93940.

How it measures up in Monterey 93940

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Monterey 93940.

Estimated value$772,741
CheaperTypical $1,045,175Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$853
CheaperTypical $675Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area906 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,575 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size3,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1932
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 889 Jefferson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld TownMonterey 93940Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$772,74110% of homes24% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$85372% of homes83% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than906 ft²8% of homes14% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,200 ft²7% of homes4% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than193235% of homes10% of homes6% of homes

About 889 Jefferson St

How much is 889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA is $772,741 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $677,452 to $868,030. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA last sell?

889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA?

889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 906 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA built?

889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA was built in 1932, making it 94 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA?

889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA is assigned to Monterey High School (high), rated B; Monte Vista (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Monterey Peninsula Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA compare to other homes in Monterey 93940?

Among the 9,311 homes in Monterey 93940, it is worth more than 24% of them ($772,741 against a typical $1,045,175), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($853 against a typical $675), it is bigger than 14% of them (906 ft² against a typical 1,575 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (3,200 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1932 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 51% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 889 Jefferson St, Monterey, CA was $5,472. The county assessed it at $476,466.

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