Santa Cruz CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Arguably one of the best legacy properties in Santa Cruz with unparalleled panoramic ocean & cityscape views from nearly every room! Experience the epitome of luxury living offering a seamless blend of timeless elegance and modern amenities. Designed for family comfort and the best of entertaining on 1.5 acres yet only minutes to Downtown & West Side beaches! This exquisite property is 4370 sq.ft. featuring gorgeous, spacious living/dining room combo with pristine hardwood flooring, endless windows and breathtaking views, gourmet kitchen with Wolf 6-burner gas range, island w/ prep sink and cozy 50's nook with views. Enormous family room with terra cotta tile, full bar & wine room, 3 French doors opening to the covered porch and in-ground pool, spa and immense patio with lush, mature landscape. Main level w/ 2 spacious bdrms & 2 full baths. Absolutely incredible luxurious master suite, 2 gas fireplaces, enormous his & her walk-in closets, vanities & water closets and huge soaking tub, all wood paneled library w/gas fireplace and deck w/incredible views! and looking for a little solace escape to your 840+/- sq,ft. cabana w/gas fireplace, full kitchen & bath, wall of windows, cozy patio w/gas light fireplace & pizza oven. This rare tranquil retreat is a once in a lifetime offering!

Welcome to 2030 North Pacific, a premier luxury condo building located in the vibrant heart of downtown Santa Cruz. This stunning single level 3-bedroom 2 bath unit has an excellent floorplan, lovely balcony, easy access to the elevator, and secured parking. Featuring beautiful bamboo floors, a designer kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. The 2 full, spa-like bathrooms are well appointed. Relish in all the conveniences of city living, with walkability to restaurants, shops and entertainment. Enjoy easy access to all that makes Santa Cruz special, fantastic beaches, and forest trails for hiking and biking. The secured and pet friendly building features a well-equipped gym, beautiful pool, and underground gated parking. This unit is a great place to call home or the perfect weekend getaway by the beach. Don't miss the opportunity to own this exquisite condo in one of Santa Cruz's most desirable locations and embrace luxury living with all the amenities and conveniences you need.

Have you found this secret, low-traffic neighborhood, tucked back in a convenient mid-County location, walking distance to Starbucks, Eriks Deli, Garden Deli, and Moes Alley, and just a 5 min drive to the beach? This finely crafted, high-quality home was built 2003 with custom features galore and a very thoughtful design, creating a haven of comfort and style. This is the place you'll want to host your next gathering, with its roomy, great room design and 10 ft ceilings, chefs kitchen w/ample cherrywood cabinets, granite counters, formal dining room with lighted art alcoves, and two decks to enjoy a treehouse-like feel and the warm fog-free weather this area enjoys. Archways, eye-catching Brazilian cherrywood flrs and high ceilings w/interesting details throughout create an elegant ambiance. Well-placed windows invite in the light and views. And wait until you discover the secret garden in back, w/mosaic steppingstones, garden art, rose trellis and nighttime lighting to make it all the more magical, plus an art studio that's sure to spark your creativity. Storage wont be a problem with this roomy 2-car garage, plus attic space and under the house. Check your annual PG&E climate credit and it should tell you this home was well-built and insulated. Welcome Home!

New aggressive price! Just reduced $40,000! Located in a lovely area and blessed with RA zoning for lots of flexibility, this simple 2 bedroom 1 bath cabin offers a wealth of possibilities. The parcel is slightly over 3/4 of an acre and is located near the end of a quiet and private road. The original 2 room cabin was built in the 1950's, with subsequent expansion to allow the current efficient floorplan. The living room vaulted ceiling allows you to enjoy lots of light; the warm fir floors in much of the house add to the homey feeling. Be sure to appreciate the hand made and hand painted kitchen tiles depicting various types of gorgeous fish! The fenced garden below the house provides an oasis bursting with flowers and vegetables. Our occupant is a talented glass/neon artist with wonderful vision but very limited resources. As a result, there is deferred maintenance in many areas. If you have the skills and patience to tackle a fixer upper needing an infusion of energy and financing, this could be the diamond in the rough you have been looking for.

Beautiful, light filled, spacious retreat in coveted Rolling Woods! Versatile layout affords great opportunity for multi-generational living, working from home, and a variety of uses to fit your lifestyle needs. The main level features an open floor-plan with fireplace, Italian tile kitchen counters, high ceilings with clear story windows, a deck overlooking the seasonal creek below, a primary ensuite, and additional bedroom & full bathroom. Downstairs has its own living room with fireplace and side deck, 2 bedrooms & 1 full bathroom, a media room, a sauna & attached artist studio with it's own exterior access, driveway & parking space. The yard boasts an abundance of rosemary and a variety of trees including Meyer Lemon, Orange, Oak, Redwood, Birch, and Japanese maple. Walk to highly rated Brook Knoll School, close to Graham Hill horse grounds, hiking/mountain biking trails, golf, and town. Easy drive to Santa Cruz Beaches & San Jose/Bay Area. Exceptional value! No sign at property.

Private fencing to zen sanctuary grounds with lush mature landscaping. 2 bedrooms plus office space. Large outbuilding for storage. Fenced oversized lot with remote gate opener. CC zoning allows for live/work situation. Located in the heart of Santa Cruz near UCSC, downtown and Tannery Art Center. Easy freeway access.

Welcome to your charming 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhouse centrally located between the vibrant beach towns of Santa Cruz and Capitola! Nestled in a serene and well-maintained community, this delightful home offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Spanning three unique stories, each approximately 500 sq ft, the first floor features a primary bedroom with a full bath and walk-in closet, which could also be used for an office, playroom, or den. The second floor boasts an open main living space with large windows, skylights, an oversized sliding door to a sun-drenched deck, a kitchen, laundry area, half bath, and a cozy gas fireplace. On the third floor, you'll find the second primary bedroom with a full bathroom, a deck, and outdoor stairs leading back down to the living area. As you move through the home, it feels like you are surrounded by trees, creating a tranquil and natural ambiance. The unit includes a one-car garage and a parking permit for the shared lot, with water included in the HOA fees. This home is near great parks, has easy access to transportation, near the Pacific Coast Highway, and is just minutes from the beach/harbor.

Beach vibes minutes from down town, the Boardwalk, beaches, fantastic dining. Enjoy living in Santa Cruz so close to it all! Light and bright newer home in small community that includes private drive, open reserved area, with close proximity to amenities, highway 1/17, dining, and all that SC offers! Stainless steel kitchen appliances, owned solar system, EV charger & epoxy sealed floor in garage, large main bedroom suite, loft/office area upstairs, laundry room (upstairs), 3 beds and 2 bath upstairs and half bath down. Seller painted interior, put in LVP flooring and replaced the carpeting when they purchased 3 years ago.

Discover modern sophistication in this 2 bed, 2 bath Santa Cruz home1346 sq ft of living space. Move-in ready contemporary home in desirable Santa Cruz neighborhood. Excellent walkability and commuter location in the highly sought-after 'banana belt' area. State-of-the-art HVAC system with zonability system for heat and air. If desired, could run entirely off electric. Nearly invisible mini-split AC, radiant heated floors. Water softener and new appliances LG Fridge, 36" GE gas range with a wok burner in center island, Viking dishwasher, motion activated 30" kitchen basin sink with granite counters. Updated bathrooms and a lovely color scheme add to the appeal. Freshly painted outdoor deck with patio and grass are ideal for outdoor living. Fruit trees in the backyard. Built in workbench in the garage. This home illuminates pride of ownership and is ready to be your new 'Home Sweet Home

Fresh carpet and paint!This large and well appointed home near Pleasure Point is ready for move in! Enjoy 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including a large primary suite with southerly views. Outside, a tropical backyard oasis awaits, perfect for hosting gatherings. With lush landscaping and a separate patio area, it's an idyllic setting for al fresco dining or sitting around the fire pit with friends and family. Energy saving bonuses include fully-owned solar, tankless water heater, and low-maintenance landscaping. Interior features include a separate dining room, sunken tub, vaulted ceilings upstairs, wood burning stove, water softener, filtered water in kitchen, new carpet and original hardwood floors. Conveniently located just moments from world-class surf in the lively Pleasure Point community, this home offers easy access to the best that the area has to offer including shopping, restaurants, nightlife, parks, and the beach! Its unique location allows for short term VACATION rentals without the waiting list! Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat, fantastic income property, or an active coastal lifestyle, 910 32nd Ave presents a wonderful opportunity to live your California dream.

Single level, 2 bedroom, 2 bath home in great commute location. Just a short distance to downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz beaches, restaurants, shops, and so much more... Property has the potential to be used as a commercial office, or residential home. A little TLC would really add to the value of this affordable property. The property next door is also available for sale at 412-412 1/2 Broadway.

Come check out this great property, which is a short distance to downtown and wonderful restaurants, shops, beaches, parks, and more. Property needs some TLC, but has lots of potential. Both the front main house, and detached 2 bedroom, 1 bath unit, have had long rental history. Plus there is an additional bonus area underneath the front house, which is perfect for an office or entertaining space, as well as additional storage. Why not live in one unit and rent out the other one? Or it could be ideal for multigenerational living... The house next door at 418 Broadway is also for sale, together the two properties might be perfect for a family compound, or a live/work scenario.

NEW BUILD IN HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER OPAL CLIFF DR LOCATION, OPTIMALLY SITUATED AT THE 100 YEAR BLUFF SETBACK (50+FEET FROM THE BLUFFS EDGE). INFLUENCED BY THE OCEAN VILLAS OFF THE COAST OF SPAIN, THIS 3373 SQUARE FT OCEANFRONT ANDALUSIA. THE MOMENT YOU ENTER, YOU WILL BE INSPIRED BY THE VIEWS AND THE TASTEFUL USE OF NATURAL MATERIALS. FORGED IRON FIXTURES, NATURAL STONE, HANDMADE SALTILLO TILE, MESQUITE, ALDER, AND WORMWOOD ARE SEEN THROUGHOUT. THIS HOME FEATURES FOUR EN-SUITE OCEAN VIEW BEDROOMS, 2 HALF BATHS, AN ELEVATOR, OFFICE, AND UTILITIES ON BOTH FLOORS. THE KITCHEN IS APPOINTED WITH THE FINEST OF AMENITIES AND ANCHORED BY A STUNNING IJEN BLUE STONE ISLAND. WARMTH RADIATES FROM THE CUSTOM CABINETRY COMPLIMENTED BY HARDWOOD FLOORS AND VAULTED BEAM CEILINGS. A CUSTOM BUILT BEVERAGE CENTER FEATURES ROLL OUT LIGHTED DRAWERS, A MIELE WINE COOLER AND A PERLICK BEVERAGE REFRIGERATOR. THE PRIMARY SUITE OFFERS FULL OCEAN VIEWS AND VAULTED BEAM CEILINGS AS WELL AS A FIREPLACE. SLIDING DOORS ACCESS THE UPPER DECK. EASY ACCESS FROM BOTH LEVELS TO OCEAN VIEWS, SURFERS AT SHARKS COVE, AND GLIMPSES OF SEALIFE. RELAX IN THE SPA, COMMUNE AROUND THE FIRE PIT OR JUST BASK IN THE WARM SUN ON THE PATIO OR DECK. TRULY ONE OF THE FINEST CUSTOM HOMES ON OPAL CLIFF EVER OFFERED.

Premier Beachfront Property on Seabright Beach. Rare Opportunity. Imagine a Unique Family Compound w/Unobstructed Sweeping Views of the Pacific Ocean, Walton Lighthouse, Santa Cruz Wharf, Seal Rock and the Iconic Boardwalk. Truly Memorable Holidays & Summer Time Fun for the Family - Each with Their Own Private Bungalow Unit. With a 7,050+ SF Lot, the Opportunities are Endless: Prized Investment Piece, Larger Development or Build the Ultimate Dream Beach House. Literally Steps Away - Seabright Beach is Your Front Yard. The Current Layout Consists of Two: 2 Beds/1 Bath Units on Ground Floor and Two Units Upstairs with One Unit: 2 Beds/1 Bath; and One Unit: 3 Beds/2 Baths. Approximately 4,750+ SF of Total Living Space. Each Beachy Style Unit is in Fantastic Turnkey Condition w/Updated Appliances, In-Unit Laundry, Ample Cabinets/Storage & Gorgeous Picture Windows Overlooking the Blue Pacific. A Parking Dream w/5 Separate Individual Spaces in the Attached Garage. The Private Fenced Front Yard Delivers an Expansive Deck. Perfect for Sun Soaked Lounging and Hosting Memorable Gatherings. Private Backyard with an Abundance of Space - Could Easily be Repurposed into a Glistening Pool or a Lively Al Fresco Eatery/Bar. A Truly Rare and Amazing Opportunity with this Prime Beachfront Property.

This property has it all! Park your car, and walk or bike everywhere! Privates Beach is a just a 4 minute walk; Pleasure Point Pizza and Verve's Coffee are only 5 minutes. Need a market? New Leaf and Whole Foods are just a 10-15 minute walk! This lot is almost 7,000 sqft with multiple sunny outdoor sitting areas and shady nooks to entertain or have your morning coffee. Behind the automatic gate you are in your own private, spacious oasis. A REAL BONUS: Behind the gate there is parking for 4 cars and a large carport with new sliding barn doors for easy access and space for bikes, surfboards or a yoga/art studio. PLUS-Behind the 2nd gated entrance is a storage shed and parking for your RV or boat. The 2/1 house is a classic1940's home has mostly original hardwood fir floors. The large living room is light filled, southern facing, and has a stunning view into the yard & bocci ball court. It features a gas fireplace and built in bookcases. The cozy benched seating around the dining table in the kitchen adds to the warmth of the home as well as the wood ceiling above. PLUS:: The newly remodeled additional housing unit is completely separate from the main house+ has it's own yard! Buyer to verify all information. What else do you need in such a desirable property location?

Walk to the beach from this new 2 bedroom 2 bath manufactured home. Stainless steel appliances, solid surface countertops, 9 foot ceilings and laminate floors throughout. Located in Snug Harbor an all age community with a great location.

Breathtaking expansive panoramic unobstructed skyline downtown and Monterey Bay ocean view. Best Ocean View in Santa Cruz, Vibrant, colorful Santa Cruz is a beautiful mozaic with the Giant Dipper, sailboat races, and Ocean view, Moss Landing, Monterey, and beyond. Escape to your private Upper Westside UCSC neighborhood. A gated entrance driveway, lined with custom exterior lighting, makes a striking statement. This iconic home boasts a great room filled with abundant natural light, floor-to-ceiling walls of windows, sliding glass doors, and high ceilings. Discover the grotto kitchen with an island gas cooktop and formal dining room. The spiral staircase leads to 4 rooms and 2 full bathrooms. A double-sided fireplace is the focal point of the cinema/play or billiard room, 1/2 bath, bar service room, and exclusive wine cellar. The sliding glass double doors lead to the pool, hot tub, sauna, and patio. BBQ entertain or relax while soaking in the ocean view. 2 car garage, pool house, garden, shed, security system, air conditioning, attic. Walkway bridge to downtown, shops, restaurants, Holy Cross School, Pognic Open Space hiking and biking trails, UCSC 3 min, Surfing 8 min, downtown 4 min, Urgent care 4 min, access Highway #1,17 Pacific Collegiate School, Westlake Elementary

Welcome to the epitome of elegance and charm! Nestled in an enviable westside location, this beautiful and classic Cape Cod home offers not just a residence, but a lifestyle. Imagine waking up to unobstructed views of the northwest, where a vast greenbelt seamlessly merges with the serene Moore Creek Preserve. As evening falls, prepare to be captivated by breathtaking sunsets, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink.Convenience is key here, with easy access to all essentials. From daily shopping to educational institutions like Westside Elementary and the esteemed campus of UC Santa Cruz, everything is within reach. Nature enthusiasts will relish the proximity to Moore Creek Preserve and Wilder State Park, while beach lovers will appreciate the nearby coastline and sandy shores. With a thoughtfully designed floor plan, it's the ideal space for a mid to large family. Five spacious bedrooms, including two downstairs and three upstairs, ensure ample room for everyone. Entertain with ease in either the first or second-floor family room or retreat to the fabulous rear and side yard. Don't miss your chance to make this exquisite property your own. Experience the allure of westside living at its finest where every day feels like a vacation and every sunset is a masterpiece.

Absolutely gorgeous Pleasure Point / Opal Cliff location. Ocean views to Monterey Bay peninsula, spectacular sunsets. Custom Built in 2007 with the highest degree materials and craftsmanship. Reverse floor plan. 4 Beds, 3.5 Baths, 2589 Sq. Ft. Three spacious guest bedrooms downstairs, one en-suite. Primary bedroom upstairs along with Kitchen, Dining, and Living Areas. Large manicured backyard with privacy and lots of room for entertaining or relaxing. Two-car garage, Radiant Heat. Stroll to Privates Beach, "The Hook", Capitola Village and 41st Avenue. Walkability 10! Make this your home or home-away-from home today.

Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in a Westside hilltop neighborhood with views that express the street's name of "Scenic"! Single level home overlooks the City of Santa Cruz with views of the Monterey Bay and surrounding mountains. A beautiful home that has been lovingly cared for with lots of spirit and soul. Nearly a 1/2 acre lot with a private backyard terracing the hillside with fruit trees (20+), an artist studio, garden shed, raised bed vegetable garden and various areas to sit and enjoy the views. Two extremely large windows in the dining and living rooms gives the feeling of always being outside with nature.

The appropriately named street this beautiful home sits on is just a prelude to this spectacular home's additional views. Encompassing just under three acres with breathtaking views of the mountains, you'll find unparalleled tranquility and peace. The house features 3 bed/2 bath with an open-concept floor plan. Oversized windows and sliding glass doors line the common areas, bringing the outside in and allowing an abundance of gorgeous natural light to stream into the home. The luxurious primary suite features deck access, two walk-in closets, and an en suite bathroom with a separate stall shower and soaking tub, the perfect place to wind down with a crisp glass of wine from a local vintner. The grounds have been lovingly maintained with mature fruit trees and a rose garden that even the most discerning rosarian would enjoy spending time in. The detached two-car garage ensures plenty of room for vehicles, storage, and toys. Additional storage space includes the basement, sheds, and studio. Owned Solar helps to minimize PG&E bills. Just 20 minutes to town while feeling like you're away from the hustle and bustle. Don't miss out on this chance to be a part of the aptly named and highly desirable Happy Valley community.

Come enjoy your own private retreat in Bonny Doon. A one bedroom cottage and spacious yurt sit on 2 serene acres with two seasonal creeks. This is the perfect nature lovers tranquil property to bird watch during the day and star gaze at night. The cozy cottage has redwood floors, an attractive wood burning stove and multiple decks as well as a laundry area. The yurt is 16 ft. in diameter, has electricity, two windows and a skylight.There is a storage shed/workshop on the property and there is ample parking in front of the house and around the side. It has its own well and septic system. Septic repairs were just completed to include a new pump and electrical. There is an automatic attic fan which is useful in these changing climate times.

Seabright Vacation Living. Every year, thousands of people travel from near and far to visit Santa Cruz beaches and the famous Boardwalk. For you, its just your backyard. This well-designed home is just steps away from the ocean has a large, light-filled living room with a cozy fireplace and deck. The living room flows into a kitchen with stainless appliances overlooking a dining area, with plenty of additional room to entertain your family or guests seated at the counter. The upstairs living spaces include a carpeted foyer, the perfect place for a comfortable office and two bedrooms, including a primary suite with its own deck, plenty of closet space, and a large en suite bath. A second bath also has a shower-tub, and theres an additional powder room downstairs.You and your guests can enjoy the pool and spa that are part of the complex. Oceanview park, perfect for playful kids and puppies is next door, or stroll down to the beach & Boardwalk, Restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping. Your new home is the perfect spot to feel like youre on vacation every day of the year!

Surf House sits at the edge of one of the most beautiful, wild, and biologically diverse treasures in the world- the Monterey Bay. Designed by Feldman Architecture and Commune Design, this award winning home fits into the coastline as if created by nature's hand. Lovingly crafted from reclaimed and repurposed Monterey Cypress, the refined elegance of this two-story home reflects the natural world, and the culture and values of the world-renowned neighborhood in which it resides. Heartwood from Monterey Cypress was integrated into all aspects of Surf Houses design. The resplendent floors, paneling and cabinetry glow in the natural sunlight that illumines this gloriously tranquil home. Surf House is roughly 700 feet to access stairs leading to the The Hook, one of many nearby crown jewels in the Santa Cruz World Surfing Reserve. A few of many highlights include a chefs kitchen, an outdoor kitchen, a copper jacuzzi, an infrared sauna, and a surf board room with wet bar, overlooking a private courtyard with a fireplace. From the front courtyard through the cascading floor to ceiling-high doors of the Great Room, there are stunning views, and vibrant life-affirming rhythms of the Bay- a paradise of solace, an entertainers playground, a sanctuary of inspiration and peace.

PRICE Improvement! Enjoy Pleasure Point and Capitola at the most affordable price! This light and bright 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Mobile Home lives much larger than it is. The Beautiful kitchen with granite counters and new premium vinal floors opens up to the living area for that open concept feel. Good size primary bedroom is located at the back and has built in closets. The second bedroom is in the front for great separation of space. Bonus pop-out room makes this home larger. Lots of storage for all your needs. Stackable washer and dryer! Sunny, private yard and a huge shed. Newer gutters/downspouts and new vinal plank flooring. Located a few spots from the end of the street so no traffic! Castle Mobile Estates is an all age park and rent controlled. Owner occupied only so no loud rentals! Why rent when you can???????????????????????????????????????? own!