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$1,349,000

1122 Harrison Street

Monterey, CA 93940

Active

Beds

Baths

1,532

Sq. Ft.

1929

Year Built

Monterey

County

SingleFamilyResidence

Property Type

About this home

Every historic home has a story...Behind the doors of 1122 Harrison Street is one that has become part of Monterey's history.Welcome to the Ruth S. Rodefer House, a Monterey Colonial in the heart of Old Monterey. Protected under the Mills Act, this architectural treasure offers qualifying owners substantial property tax savings while preserving one of Monterey's historic landmarks.Designed in 1929 by noted architect Albert B. Coats, the home was inspired by Monterey's iconic Old Custom House, making it one of Old Monterey's finest examples of Monterey Colonial architecture.The full-width open balcony offers ocean views beyond the historic rooftops of Old Monterey. California redwood framing, hand-hewn beams, original stained-glass windows, and an acid-washed front door showcase timeless craftsmanship. The lumber was supplied by the legendary M.J. Murphy Lumber Company.Built for Ruth S. Rodefer and her husband, bookkeeper of the Sea Pride Packing Company, the first Japanese American-owned sardine cannery on Cannery Row, the home reflects an important chapter in Monterey's cultural and maritime history.As a unique bonus, a 1999 Porsche Boxster is included with the sale.The Ruth S. Rodefer House is a rare opportunity to own one of Old Monterey's architectural treasures.

Listed by Peter Boggs · DRE #02019610 · Coldwell Banker Realty

MLS #1177628439

ListedJul 20, 2026

Property Details

Architecture

Stories2

StyleColonial

Total UnitsN/A

RoofComposition

Garage Spaces1

PoolN/A

SpaN/A

Features & Amenities

Interior FeaturesWalk In Closets

Exterior FeaturesN/A

FlooringTile, Wood

CoolingNone

HeatingBaseboard, Electric, Fireplaces

FireplaceFree Standing, Living Room

LaundryN/A

Parking FeaturesN/A

Parking Total1

Patio & PorchN/A

Entry LevelN/A

Entry LocationN/A

Common WallsNo Common Walls

Property Features

Lot Size0.13 ac

Lot FeaturesN/A

ViewCity Lights, Ocean, Water

DirectionsCross Street: Cedar

Community

Area699 - Not Defined

School DistrictOther

Tax & Financial

TermsN/A

Land LeaseN/A

HOA NameN/A

HOA FeeN/A

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Mortgage Estimate

$7,180/mo

20% down · 7% APR · 30-yr fixed

Purchase PriceDown Payment: 20%Interest Rate: 7%

Estimate only. Does not include taxes, insurance, or HOA.

Last updated: October 21, 2026 at 3:30 PM

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