PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY
ARMY
Monterey, CA
United States
PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY
ARMY
Monterey, CA
United States
Presidio of Monterey
Base Essentials
Welcome to the beautiful and historic area of Monterey Bay, on the coast of California! Now that you’ve received your orders for the Presidio of Monterey, home of the Defense Language Institute, you may be stressing about finding a place to live, especially one that’s affordable. House hunting under any conditions can be overwhelming, but it’s amplified when you’re moving to somewhere you’ve probably never been before and you don’t have a lot of time to do research for yourself. We’ve put together this useful guide to help you find out about all the best housing options available for you on an...
Base Details
Type
Army Post
Branch
ARMY
Command
TRADOC
Status
Active
Est.
1847
Acres
393
Active Duty
3,500
Civilian
2,500
Population
440,000
Economic Impact
$1.6 billion
Presidio of Monterey History
The Presidio of Monterey in California has military roots dating to 1847, though the site was originally a Spanish presidio founded in 1770. Today it is home to the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center, the Department of Defense's premier language school. The DLI trains military personnel from all services in dozens of foreign languages critical to national security. The Presidio's Monterey Bay location and historic architecture make it one of the most picturesque military installations in the country.
Units Stationed
Unit
Nickname
Type
Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center
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Presidio of Monterey Base Gates
Entry points, hours, and access requirements for Presidio of Monterey.
Gate hours can change suddenly during special exercises, holidays, and operational periods. We always recommend confirming details before you travel.
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PCS & Newcomers
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In-Processing
All incoming service members report first to Taylor Hall (Building 616), located at the corner of Lawton and Rifle Range Roads near the Franklin Street Gate. This is the central in-processing hub and home to the Military Personnel Division, reachable at (831) 242-5421, Mon–Fri 0800–1630. Bring multiple copies of your orders, medical records, and personnel files — in-processing typically spans more than one day.
If arriving after duty hours, contact your branch-specific duty office: Army — 229th MIBN Staff Duty, Building 630, (831) 402-4839; Marines — Marine Corps Detachment Building 827, (831) 242-5423; Navy — Building 629A quarterdeck (staffed 24/7); Air Force — (831) 242-5115. For temporary lodging, the Army Lodge (IHG Army Hotel) can be reached at (831) 645-1199.
The Joint Services In-Processing Brief (JSIB) is held every Tuesday at 0830 in the Tin Barn (Building 518) and covers personnel, medical, housing, finance, and legal in one session. The Housing Services Office (Building 4250, General Jim Moore Blvd) must be visited before signing any off-post lease or purchase; phone (831) 242-7979, Mon–Fri 0745–1645. Army Community Service (ACS) offers relocation assistance at (831) 242-7660.
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Housing & BAH
On-post housing, cost of living, and BAH info for Presidio of Monterey.
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Schools & Education
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Where To Live
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Pet Policies at Presidio of Monterey
Pet policies, vet services, and resources at Presidio of Monterey.
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Facilities & Services
On-base services and facilities at Presidio of Monterey.
Commissary
1
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Exchange
PX
Mon closed; Tue–Sat 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Medical
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Presidio of Monterey.
01
What are the visitor gate hours?
Pvt. Bolio Gate (Main Gate) is the main visitor access gate and is open 24 hours a day. Other gates are restricted to military and DoD ID holders — see the Gates section for full schedules.
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How do visitor passes work?
Visitors must be sponsored by someone with base access and should contact the installation's Visitor Control Center in advance with their government-issued ID and vehicle info. Day passes are issued at the gate; extended access may require additional coordination.
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What is BAH and how is it calculated?
BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing) is a monthly stipend based on your pay grade, dependency status, and the duty station ZIP code — it is not counted as taxable income. Rates are updated each January; use the BAH Calculator in the Finance section to see current figures for Presidio of Monterey.
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What should I do first after receiving PCS orders?
Contact the gaining installation's housing office and military transportation office (TMO/PPSO) immediately after orders are issued. Apply for on-base housing right away — waitlists at many installations run 6–18 months.
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Does TRICARE cover local providers?
TRICARE covers both the on-base military treatment facility and authorized civilian providers in the surrounding community. Use the provider finder at tricare.mil to confirm in-network options near Presidio of Monterey.
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