The median home value in Santa Cruz, CA is $1,367,500.
This is
higher than
the county median home value of $812,500.
The national median home value is $277,796.
The average price of homes sold in Santa Cruz, CA is $1,367,500.
Approximately 41% of Santa Cruz homes are owned,
compared to 52% rented, while
7% are vacant.
Santa Cruz real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale.
Commercial properties are also available.
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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.
Built in 1921, this home exudes vintage charm and workmanship. The homeowner has lovingly cared for this property and respected the original features of this classic home. 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. The yard has been landscaped and there are many places to enjoy Santa Cruz weather - your tiled back patio and raised deck, bench with views of the trees (including plum & pomegranate) and brick walkways. 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. Welcome home!
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!
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
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!
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 .
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 today, 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 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 extra deep 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 home buyer could ask for.
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.
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.
Welcome to the Upper Westside! A charming and light filled Santa Cruz residence offering a fantastic location and move in ready condition. This 3 bed & 2 bath detached home is ideally situated between UCSC, Nature and the Fun Zone! Only blocks to the weekly 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 and beamed ceilings, 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. Enjoy 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 youll appreciate the value in this desirable property, putting you in touch with the best Santa Cruz City has to offer.
Located in the heart of Santa Cruz, this duplex is within walking distance of the boardwalk, beaches, shopping, and restaurants. Both units feature a fireplace, original hardwood flooring and a one-car garage. The back unit has a large sunny backyard, and the front has a fully fenced private patio. Separately metered utilities. Great investment opportunity. Easy access to Highways 1 and 17. The property is a fixer-upper.
West Side Santa Cruz Beach House Fixer. Two blocks to West Cliff Drive. Single level, newer windows, and heating system. Open Saturday and Sunday 1-4:00 PM. 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.
This multi-unit property is centrally located in Live Oak between Capitola and Santa Cruz. Bike or walk to the beach, eateries, and breweries. There are four units, each with a one-car garage and assigned parking. Units A, B, and C are 2 bd/1ba, and unit D is a 3bd/1ba. All of them have a spacious living room, built-in cabinets, hardwood floors, laundry hook-ups, fenced yards, and extra storage. All units are currently occupied.
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
Amazing location: Only two blocks from the ocean! Cute and cozy beach cottage with Craftsman influences walking distance to the beach. Perfect to move in with some upgrades, remodel or build anew. 3 bedrooms (1 may be added without permits), 1 bath. Large lot with room to add a garage! Inside laundry. Great size backyard perfect for entertaining, children and pets. Built in window seat with storage, bay window, and covered front porch. Pizza oven the backyard, functionally unknown. Near Twin Lakes Beach, Simpkins swim center, and restaurants. This property was a rental and seller never lived at the property.