Santa Cruz CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Long time rental property conveniently located near UCSC and Safeway. Short distance to West Cliff Drive, New Leaf market, and several coffee shops, restaurants, wineries and breweries. Home includes a detached garage and plenty of on and off street parking. Low maintenance landscaping and wrap around hedge in front creates privacy from the street. Solid building with strong rental demand makes this an ideal investment property with potential to remodel or add an ADU in the future. Please do not disturb tenants!!!!

Best of the West Side. Idyllic Cul-de-sac location with easy access to Quarry Park and Spring Street trails. Awe inspiring Ocean Views from first and second levels including 3 of the bedrooms! Recent high end kitchen remodel including cabinets, Quartz countertops and new appliances. All spacious rooms including formal dining and open concept eat in kitchen with informal dining area and Family Room with cozy new innovative fireplace. Refinished hardwood floors on first level, Anderson Wood Clad Windows throughout. 3 car garage & large driveway for on site guest parking, Mature landscaping in front, back and sideyard. Upstairs are 2 en-suite Main bedrooms and a huge 3rd bedroom as well as a 4th bedroom or home gym/office/nursery close to the Main br. Short walk to Westlake Elementary School, Parks & trails to UCSC and Pogonip.

When youre one block from iconic Beach Street in the heart of Santa Cruz, youre every day will look like strolls on the beach, lunching on the Wharf, & walking to the Boardwalk in minutes. Youre also near locally loved spots like Depot Park & the hidden gem that is Neary Lagoon, a lush respite in the middle of town. Speaking of lush respites, thats precisely how your gated neighborhood feels. You may be just a block from all of those classic Santa Cruz attractions, but as soon as you pull through the gates onto your private street, all is calm. Your three-story end unit is equipped with a garage, office, & private courtyard on the ground floor. The main living space on the second floor boasts high ceilings & a beautiful kitchen, flooded with light from a wall of windows. Upstairs, two luxurious suites enjoy treetop views & a peaceful placement at the top of the castle. By day, drink in the iconic energy of classic Santa Cruz; at night, refresh, retreat, repeat.

Tranquility is calling for you! Quiet! Safe! Clean in prime Mid-County! You will love the privacy of this updated 2BR/2.5BA/1228 SqFt home secluded in Woodland Heights! Private gated front yard deck and backyard deck with greenbelt view! The Kitchen features a quartz countertop, maple cabinets, a sunny breakfast nook, and all appliances stay. Cozy fireplace in a spacious living room next to a double French door that leads you to the large private back deck that is great for entertaining, BBQs or relaxing and rejuvenating after a long day. The Master BR features a large walk-in closet and a private balcony with a woodsy view. The Master BA has a large soaking tub with a garden window. An attached single-car garage with laundry hook-ups completes the package. Conveniently close and EZ access: to the major Dominican hospital, Capitola Beach, the famous Pleasure Point, and the Redwood hiking trails.

Development potential. Classic Santa Cruz Bungalo on a 6752SF Lot. There are plans for a 3-unit addition. Convenient location with easy access to freeways, downtown and beaches. Cute 2 bedroom 1bathroom home with nice kitchen and living room with fireplace. Great, large yard and deck for your outside lifestyle. Detached, newer garage and shed, as well as lots of off-street parking. . THE ONLY TIME TO VIEW THIS PROPERTY WILL BE DURING THE OPEN HOUSES.

This very clean 2 Bed 1.5 Bath with a loft Condo is perfect for the first-time buyer or someone looking for a second home close to the beach and downtown. Footsteps From Neary Lagoon and a short walk to downtown with all the great restaurants, and coffee shops. Close to the World-Class surf at the coveted Steamers Lane. Come and enjoy the summer concerts and the famous Santa Cruz Beach Board Walk. This location is centrally located to everything Santa Cruz has to offer. This complex also has tennis courts and a pool. This home is turnkey and ready for you.

On a quiet cul- de- sac, less than a mile from the beaches and world class surf of Pleasure Point, close to 41st Ave with its locally owned restaurants, breweries and shops, this home offers the complete Santa Cruz lifestyle! Featuring a beautifully updated, open kitchen with light blue subway tile, quartz countertops, breakfast bar, Jenn-Air downdraft oven, and a Bosch dishwasher. This spacious home has been freshly painted in the interior, with hardwood oak flooring downstairs, newer carpet upstairs, separate dining area, and a terrific master retreat with ensuite bath, walk in closet and office nook. Enjoy entertaining, gardening or relaxing in the sunny backyard with low maintenance deck and treehouse. This home is in a small planned unit development with an HOA. It's a fully detached Rowhouse that lives like a single family residence. Come see this wonderful home!

Here you go! Nice sized single level ranch style in highly desirable Prospect Heights neighborhood of Santa Cruz. Home is in walking distance to elementary, middle and high schools. Easy access to hiking trails, golf course, yacht harbor (best beaches in Santa Cruz) and the vibrant commercial area of Seabright with its multiple shopping opportunities, music venues, excellent restaurants and more. If you have to commute to the valley, there are few neighborhoods with such easy access. The home features brand new carpets (bedrooms), new laminated flooring throughout, and new interior paint. Within the last 4+ years, improvements include new 30-year roof, gutters, downspouts, exterior paint, and 100 ft. of new fencing. Huge living/room dining area flows to the spectacular rear yard. Once on the back porch you won't want to leave. Majestic palm tree as well as avocado, large lawn area, beautiful landscaping, and to top it off you can watch the sunset from your hot tub. See it soon!

Vintage farmhouse on 12,720 square-foot lot with detached two-car garage and storage shed. Centrally located in a very walkable and quiet neighborhood. Live in this cute home while you ponder that endless possibilities of the large gorgeous parcel. What will you do with this blank slate? Start your own farm in this fertile Live Oak soil? Build an ADU? Divide the lot and sell part or develop the land yourself? Land Use Consultant report references the potential for four units with or without a lot split. Buyer to verify any and all potential development with the County. Assessors records shows two bedroom one bath buyer to verify with County. Permit status of toilet in garage unknown.

Spacious & sunny 3 bed, 3 bath home + live-in guest suite - unique floor plan features open concept living/dining room combo, ground floor bedroom & bathroom, separate family room featuring a woodstove, vaulted ceilings & multiple skylights. Fully remodeled kitchen includes quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, soft close cabinets & large island with sink. Separate living unit has a remodeled kitchen, oak hardwood floors & woodstove. The primary suite includes walk-in closets, private decks, spacious bathroom with walk-in shower, separate tub & sauna. Endless entertainment possibilities with the abundance of space inside & out. Enjoy breezy summer days on the sun-drenched decks or a glass of wine while cooking in your rustic built-in pizza oven. Wraparound brick courtyard & patio, attached 2 car garage, space for RV & boat parking, storage buildings, BBQ areas & plenty of gardening space. An excellent investment or a chance for a large family to live together. WELCOME HOME!

Live Your Best Country Life at Sun-drenched 8080 Empire Grade! This luxury, bespoke horse property is located in the heart of Bonny Doon on just over 1.7 mostly level & private acres. Charming & gated property features a beautifully-maintained ranch cottage with hardwood floors, fireplace, adorable retro-style kitchen & pantry. Large deck, meandering paths & plenty of room for al fresco entertaining. Fitted out for horses with an excellent dressage arena, 8 truly luxury stalls, tack room, & easily accessible riding trails. Large open areas and a convenient driveway that loops around the entire property, make this gorgeous Bonny Doon property a canvas for even more expansion. Main house has 2 ground floor primary bedrooms & fully updated modern bathroom w/ large glass shower, tile floors & unique stone bowl sink . Plenty of space for your hobbies & toys. Large BONUS attic room is a must see. Calling all pilots too! Situated next to a private airfield (CL77) with potential to use.

Gorgeous 3BR/2BA Craftsman with large lot in perfect Westside location...Highly sought after, quiet street, just minutes to world class surf spots, beautiful beaches, Santa Cruz Wharf, hiking/biking at Wilder Ranch, UCSC and trendy restaurants, breweries, wine tasting and shopping...Detached 2 car garage is a potential Conversion ADU...Bonus room/den also works as a 4th bedroom...Sunlight pours in this open floorplan offering original hardwood floors, plaster walls, French doors, built ins, fireplace, laundry room and more...Spacious kitchen with breakfast nook...Private fenced backyard with large deck...Freshly painted inside and out with new landscaping...Hope you like roses!

Built in 1921, this home exudes vintage charm and workmanship. The homeowner has lovingly cared for this property and respected the original features. The main home has 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths and is light filled with walls of windows in the living room, dining room with built-ins, kitchen with bright unique tiles and plaster walls. Almost every room has a built-in feature, perfect for book lovers. Vintage home but hidden inside the old charm is all new electrical and new high-quality clean metal-lined HVAC ducts. The yard has been landscaped and there are many places to enjoy Santa Cruz weather - tiled back patio & raised deck, bench with views of the trees and brick walkways. Organic garden & fruit trees including gala apple tree, plum tree, oranges, lemons, rosemary, and pomegranate. As an added bonus you have a detached separate living unit with loft and storage. All this and located in an ideal Westside Santa Cruz location close to the ocean, restaurants, UCSC & shopping.

Fully updated custom, oceanview home on quiet cul-de sac .Close to UCSC, Wilder State Park, world class surf, happening new restaurant's, downtown and more. This flexible floor plan features oceanview's from every room in the house. Main living area is open with custom kitchen-stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, shaker style cabinets. Nice dining area w/large attached deck to enjoy indoor/outdoor living. Living room features large fireplace, high ceilings, skylights .2 ample sized bedrooms and nicely appointed bathrooms. There is an additional 360' downstairs bonus room not included in sq ft. Entry level room has huge full ocean view deck,1/2 bath and would make great work from home office or 3rd br. Hard to find quality upgraded home with this sq ft and full ocean views under $2m. Must get inside .

Location, location! The ocean is across the street and you are seeing the ocean from inside the house photos! You are front row along coveted W. Cliff Dr. Walk across the street to Mitchell's Cove beach for a swim, a stroll or to just relax. The house has been a rental and is being sold 'as is'. The views are fantastic! The floor plan is traditional and livable with large rooms, hardwood floors, & wood burning fp.in the front part of the house. The back section needs tons of work! Reports are now available. Built in 1956 almost everything is original. You are close to great eateries, wineries, markets, the Santa Cruz Wharf .Ride your bike along the bike path to gorgeous Wilder Ranch. If you surf Steamers Lane is just down the road. While the house has some good bones, it is a fixer or start over. You decide!

Roomy Seabright beach cottage delivers comfort, style, & perfect views of the Pacific, Boardwalk & San Lorenzo River from its elevated perch above Buena Vista Ave. A cozy sun-soaked vestibule welcomes w/ circa 1928 charms. Reimagined in 2015, updates include new plumbing, electrical, furnace, water heater & remodeled kitchen & baths. Interior is spacious & functional, surrounded by large double-paned picture windows & lined w/ refinished original hardwood flooring. Open floor plan is anchored by big kitchen w/ SS appliances, quartz counters, built-in pantry & breakfast bar. Airy guest bedroom w/ ocean views while primary suite offers garden views & backyard access + ensuite bath w/ oversized tub & antique vanity w/ marble top. Second bath also w/ penny tile flooring, stall shower & modern farm-style vanity. Mudroom w/ laundry & storage. Private backyard w/ shower, garden beds, wisteria & citrus. Detached garage w/ alley access. Walk to Boardwalk, beaches, Harbor, restaurants & shopping

One Year Young!! Sparkling & immaculate move in condition! Open Floor plan, airy with lots of natural light. Indoor laundry room. Fenced in yard. Desirable family park. Walking distance to the Yacht Harbor! Catch the water taxi to the Crow's Nest Restaurant for an ocean view lunch and after relax on the Beach and work on your tan! Park amenities include refreshing pool, recreation room, BBQ area and Shuffle board! Family Park, no age restrictions.

A harbor is a place of refuge and a safe haven to shelter from the storm. And that's the feel you have driving through the gates, stepping through the door, and gently melting into this quiet, lovingly remodeled Harbor Cove townhome. Thoughtful and aesthetic upgrades throughout make for comfortable living and minimal upkeep. Tile and variegated bamboo flrs to keep sandy feet at bay, gas fireplace w/sandstone surround, 5-burner gas stove, trash compactor, double pane windows and sliders to capture south-facing exposure. Generous back deck offers a sheltered spot for sunbathing and entertaining, or choose the upper deck for a glass of wine, listening to the waves and seals in the distance, and waiting for sunset to paint the sky. Locked gate gives this 31-home community direct access to the Upper Harbor and Arana Gulch, and local favs like Aldos for breakfast, Taco Tuesdays at Johnnys, Frederick St dog park. A coastal getaway for some or full-time refuge for others. This is harbor living

Welcome to this fabulous, private, end unit, townhome nestled in a quaint complex of only 15 units. Situated near schools and shops, this Green Acres community is perfectly located just a short bike ride to the beach. If you don't feel like the beach, enjoy peace and privacy while sunbathing or sipping an afternoon glass of wine in the warmth of your large sunny fenced backyard with tiled patio. And if the fog rolls in, turn on the cozy gas fireplace and snuggle up with a good book. The home's many windows (with plantain shutters) allow for plenty of natural sunshine to keep the home light and bright. The two upstairs bedrooms are complete with ensuite full baths and beautiful hardwood floors. Additionally, the upstairs laundry room makes it so convenient for all of your laundry needs. The one-car detached garage is great for storage of bikes and boards, as well as the car. Whether entertaining friends or enjoying time with family, this home truly has all that a buyer could ask for.

Welcome home to the Upper Westside! A charming and light filled Santa Cruz residence offering a fantastic location and move in ready condition. This 3 bed & 1.5 bath detached home is ideally situated between UCSC, Nature and the Fun Zone! Only blocks to the Farmers Market, trending dining, shopping and ocean recreation including W. Cliff Drive, Wilder Ranch and North Coast Hwy 1 Beaches. Enjoy the mid-century modern design, vaulted, beamed ceilings and a freshly painted updated interior, this home feels like a warm embrace. A sunny southwest facing yard is fenced, ideal for gardening, relaxing and for your cherished pets. Pleasant canyon breezes and views of nature from this level corner lot with ample parking, a large two car attached garage and tropical landscaping. I know you'll appreciate the value in this desirable property, putting you in touch with the best Santa Cruz City has to offer.

West Side Santa Cruz Beach House Fixer. Two blocks to West Cliff Drive. Single level, newer windows, and heating system. Bring your contractor. Quiet street close to world-class surf, Swift Street Courtyard, markets, shopping, great restaurants, breweries, highly rated private schools, and UCSC. Quick bike ride to Natural Bridges State Park, Santa Cruz Wharf, Lighthouse, and the Boardwalk.

Are you at least 62 years young and looking for a freshly renovated ground-level home with large private yard and patio in a conveniently located affordable housing community? This charming Measure-J unit is located in the rear corner of the community with its own gate accessing the community garden. Lots of natural light with high ceilings in the living room and bedroom. Kitchen, bathroom and floors have been tastefully updated. Each room has been freshly painted and all fixtures have been upgraded. Private rear patio and lovely garden with raised beds have lots of nice sun exposure for gardening. Common areas of this HOA include community garden, clubhouse with large side yard, landscaped central square and dog run. Guest rooms are available in clubhouse for visitors with nominal fee. County Measure-J Affordable Housing Program restrictions on income and assets apply. See website for details: https://www.sccoplanning.com/PlanningHome/Housing/MeasureJAffordableHousingProgram.aspx

This gorgeous family home located in the Santa Cruz Sunbelt is not only in a stellar central location; it has also been entirely renovated from top to bottom! All new landscaping in the front yard frames the large front porch that's begging for a couple of Adirondack chairs and a summer evening. Inside, the living space has been entirely updated with wood floors, fresh paint, modern light fixtures, and several skylights, so that the rooms are even lighter and brighter. The kitchen has been outfitted with stainless steel appliances, a gorgeous backsplash, and a custom hood vent. Out back, relax on the paved patio under your fruit trees that thrive in the sunshine and create a tropical atmosphere, or plant a salsa garden in the planter boxes. You're also just 5 minute drive to the beach, the Harbor and only 7 minutes to downtown Santa Cruz. Get the sun, unbeatable location, and essentially a brand new house on a quiet cul de sac!

Welcome Home to Mid-Town. Just minutes to shopping, restaurants, schools, beach's, parks, & Hwy 1 for easy commute. This 3-bedroom 2.5-bathroom home has 2,101 sq. ft. of open concept, bonus downstairs room is perfect for office or extra bedroom. Front entry leads to an office, living room, family room & kitchen. Vaulted ceilings with skylight & lots of windows of private yard with a 8,668 sq. ft. lot. Fully fenced back yard with 2 patio areas for entertaining. Kitchen has an island with Granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, large pantry, lots of cabinets for storage. Hardwood floors thru out the home, Upstairs has master bedroom suite with walk in closet, double sinks, and jetted tub. Bonus space in upstairs landing just off the 2 bedrooms. that offer views of trees outside. 2 car garage, parking for 6 cars in driveway. cul de sac neighborhood which is safe & quiet for families, just 3 minutes to park across the street. Beautifully landscaped, low maintenance yard.

In the heart of Seabright a few blocks to the Beach, minutes to the Harbor, walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, brewery & more. Extensively updated throughout with top-notch enhancements makes this home feel more like new construction. Big picture windows & many doors to the outside open & look out to multiple patio courtyards with a hot tub & outdoor BBQ prefect for casual nights at home or entertaining. Light and bright and well laid out, the beautifully remodeled kitchen with counter top dining opens to the living room area that has a high vaulted ceiling and a retro wood burning stove. A dining area with additional cabinet storage sits to the side with additional skylights and doors to the outside. Two of the bedrooms & a bath are on the ground floor while the master suite is an upstairs loft with a walk in closet & its own large private deck. There is a detached 1 car garage to keep your car &/or your beach toys. Come Buy the Beach House!