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.
Property Details
Price:
$1,349,000
MLS #:
ML82054868
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
699notdefined
Listed Date:
Jul 22, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,532
Lot Size:
5,840 sqft / 0.13 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1929
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Schools
School District:
Other
Interior
Appliances
MW, RF, EO
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
NO
Flooring
TILE, WOOD
Heating
BB, ELC, FIR
Exterior
Architectural Style
COL
Common Walls
NCW
Fencing
WD
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Roof
CMP
View
CI, OC, WA
Window Features
BW
Financial
Map
Community
- Address1122 Harrison ST Monterey CA
- CityMonterey
- CountyMonterey
- Zip Code93940
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Monterey as of Jul 24, 2026
52
Single Family Listed
86
Avg DOM
836
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,966,959
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 1122 Harrison ST Monterey CA is a Single Family for sale in Monterey, CA, 93940. It is listed for $1,349,000 and features 2 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,532 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1929. The current price per square foot is $881. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Monterey is $836. The average listing price for Single Family in Monterey is $1,966,959.
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