Monterey Heights
Homes for Sale in Clearwater, FL

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Community in Clearwater · Pinellas County · ZIP 33756
795 homesBuilt 1920–2023
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 43 closed sales in Monterey Heights 1St Add in Clearwater, FL since 2014, the most recent in September 2026. Recorded prices since 2024 ran from $330,000 to $555,000 (median $489,900), on homes of 1,208 to 1,829 sq ft. Across Clearwater as a whole, 1,358 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $312,500, 50 median days on market, with 415 homes for sale today. At that median and Pinellas County's FY2025-26 rate of 19.39 mills, annual property tax runs about $9,500 ($8,690 with the full homestead exemption).

Monterey Heights 1St Add key facts
LocationClearwater, Pinellas County, FL · ZIP 33756
Homes in the community795 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1920–2023 (median 1957)
Typical living area1,484 sq ft (median)
Owner-occupied (homestead) share70%

Data as of September 20, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2014 through 2026; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Monterey Heights 1St Add key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/monterey-heights-1st-add, data as of September 20, 2026.

Live · Monterey Heights Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
2
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 3 a year
Ownership and context
70%
Owner-occupied · Monterey Heights
559 of 796 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
30%
Non-owner-occupied · Monterey Heights
incl. 9% trust or LLC-held · 8% out-of-state
795
Homes in the community
plus 1 vacant residential lots · 796 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 12 years of records
58
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $407K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Est. 1920
Community established
homes built 1920-2023, median 1957 (FL DOR 2025)
0.3%/yr
Turnover rate
about 2 of 795 homes trade a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Monterey Heights 1st Add is an established Clearwater pocket where price is driven by condition, not floor plan. With a median build year of 1957 and stock running all the way from 1920 to 2023, this is a neighborhood of individual houses on individual timelines — some untouched, some fully reworked, a handful newly built infill. Expect a wide spread in pricing that tracks renovation status more than square footage, which sits at a modest median of 1,484 sq ft.

The high homestead share — just over 70% — tells you most of these homes are held long-term rather than flipped, so inventory tends to be thin and turnover deliberate. For buyers, that means patience and a willingness to underwrite a specific house on its merits. For sellers, it means a well-prepared home stands out in a market where comparables are uneven.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Monterey HeightsHomes for Sale in Clearwater, FL right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

1653 S EVERGREEN AVENUE
$365K · 0.1 mi away
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,158 sqft
1653 S EVERGREEN AVENUE
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY- PALM HARBOR
1347 BUCKINGHAM DRIVE
$320K · 0.2 mi away
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,192 sqft
1347 BUCKINGHAM DRIVE
Listed by MC HOMES REALTY INC
1689 MONTEREY DRIVE
$495K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,578 sqft
1689 MONTEREY DRIVE
Listed by YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD REALTY ASSOC
1359 HOWARD STREET
$525K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,315 sqft
1359 HOWARD STREET
Listed by RE/MAX REALTY UNLIMITED
1709 EATON DRIVE
$465K · 0.3 mi away
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,495 sqft
1709 EATON DRIVE
Listed by COASTAL HOME ADVISORS RE
1715 S JEFFERSON AVENUE
$415K · 0.3 mi away
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,675 sqft
1715 S JEFFERSON AVENUE
Listed by CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

This is a mature, owner-occupied Clearwater neighborhood in Pinellas County with a century of building history layered together — the appeal is location and character, not uniformity.

Stellar MLS sales records identify 123 homes in Monterey Heights that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1942 and 1987 (median 1957), with a median living area of about 1,424 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

County records show 58 qualified sales in Monterey Heights across 2024–2025 (30 in 2024, 28 in 2025), median $407,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers seeking an established Clearwater address and willing to renovate a smaller mid-century home
  • Long-hold owner-occupants who value neighborhood stability over turnover
  • Buyers comfortable underwriting a specific house rather than leaning on a neighborhood average

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need new, uniform construction with predictable pricing
  • Buyers wanting large floor plans, given the compact median size
  • Investors chasing quick flips in a thin, long-hold market

The market around Monterey Heights

Monterey Heights is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 33756, 260 homes are on the market and 17% are under contract — a slower corner of Clearwater.

Across Pinellas County, 6,539 homes are active and 1,627 pending (20% under contract).

In ZIP 33756 (Clearwater), 534 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $355K ($257/sq ft), down 1.9% year over year, with a median 45 days on market. Right now 124 active and 24 pending listings put supply at about 4.7 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 33756 housing market and the Pinellas County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Monterey Heights specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in Monterey Heights 1St Add, Clearwater

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 6 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-14 → 2026-09-19)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period September 2026 through September 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

If we were buying in Monterey Heights today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Monterey Heights.

Best Buy
Buyers who want an established Clearwater location and are comfortable evaluating homes one at a time.
Biggest Risk
Condition varies widely, so due diligence matters more than the average.
Sweet Spot
A well-maintained or updated mid-century home bought on its own merits.
Avoid If
You need uniform, new construction and predictable comps.

A neighborhood of one-off houses

With 795 homes and a build range spanning 1920 to 2023, no two blocks read the same. The median home is compact at 1,484 sq ft and dates to 1957, so much of the original stock is mid-century in scale — smaller footprints that reward smart renovation rather than square-footage bragging rights. Newer construction exists here too, which is why you cannot value a home in Monterey Heights 1st Add off the neighborhood average alone.

The practical read: bring a contractor's eye. Two houses on the same street can trade at very different numbers based purely on what has been done to them — roof, systems, kitchens, additions. That condition-driven spread is the single most important thing to understand before you write an offer or set a list price.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Monterey Heights. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a neighborhood where value hinges on condition and comparables are uneven, generic pricing tools miss badly. We underwrite each house on its own systems, renovation history, and footprint — and we will tell you plainly when a listing is priced on hope rather than substance.

Monterey Heights in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established Clearwater location and are comfortable evaluating homes one at a time.
Biggest advantageA stable, owner-occupied neighborhood with genuine architectural variety.
Biggest riskCondition varies widely, so due diligence matters more than the average.
Sweet spotA well-maintained or updated mid-century home bought on its own merits.
Avoid ifYou need uniform, new construction and predictable comps.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Monterey Heights homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Monterey Heights.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Monterey Heights sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Monterey Heights?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 795 homes plus 1 vacant residential lots in Monterey Heights (public records).
What share of Monterey Heights is owner-occupied?
70% of Monterey Heights parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Monterey Heights built?
Homes in Monterey Heights were built between 1920 and 2023, with a median year built of 1957 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Monterey Heights?
The best agent for Monterey Heights is one who actively works Clearwater and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Monterey Heights.
How do I find a top Clearwater real estate agent who knows Monterey Heights?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Monterey Heights and the wider Clearwater area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Monterey Heights?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Monterey Heights purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Monterey Heights, and what county is it in?
Monterey Heights is in Clearwater, Pinellas County, FL, ZIP 33756. The community's center is about 9 miles southwest of the center of Clearwater (straight-line).
Buyers seeking an established Clearwater address and willing to renovate a smaller mid-century homeExcellent fit
Long-hold owner-occupants who value neighborhood stability over turnoverExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable underwriting a specific house rather than leaning on a neighborhood averageExcellent fit
Buyers who need new, uniform construction with predictable pricingProbably not
Buyers wanting large floor plans, given the compact median sizeProbably not
Investors chasing quick flips in a thin, long-hold marketProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (9 streets, ZIP 33756))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2014 (43 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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