Santa Cruz CA Real Estate
Santa Cruz is a classic beach community with a small-town feel. Framed by expansive beaches, rolling hills, redwood trees and strawberry fields, the population of Santa Cruz is as diverse as the landscape that surrounds it. The city is home to artists, surfers, students, small business owners, families, and year-round visitors.
With its ideal Monterey Bay location, and mild climate, Santa Cruz is the perfect resort community. Not just a pretty face, this progressive city serves as the center for organic agriculture, is home to numerous high-tech companies, and the prestigious University of California, Santa Cruz.
The natural beauty and pleasant weather provide a backdrop and opportunity for a multitude of recreational activities, including: kayaking, golf, fishing, hiking, biking, and some of the best surfing in the world.
Yahoo Travel, considered Santa Cruz to be one of the Great American Beach Towns 2011.
View listings for Santa Cruz, or see below for more information about homes in Santa Cruz.
Santa Cruz Homes for Sale
Wow! A Great Opportunity To Own One Of Santa Cruz's...
- Price:
- $6,250,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Baths:
- 0
- Type:
- Multi-Residential
- MLS® #:
- 81201934
- Provider:
-
Wow! A Great Opportunity To Own One Of Santa Cruz's Finest Appartment Buildings Consisting Of 44 Studios....
On The Sand & No Doubt The Finest Beach Front Offering...
- Price:
- $5,495,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 3
- Type:
- Single Family Residential
- MLS® #:
- 81121296
- Provider:
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On The Sand & No Doubt The Finest Beach Front Offering At Santa Cruz In Many Years. 100 Ft. Ftg. Extensively...
Luxurious Ocean Front Mediterranean Home On 1/2 Acre...
- Price:
- $4,350,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Beds:
- 4
- Baths:
- 5
- Type:
- Single Family Residential
- MLS® #:
- 81131153
- Provider:
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Luxurious Ocean Front Mediterranean Home On 1/2 Acre Lot Overlooking Privates Surf Break. Panoramic Views...
Spectacular Oceanfront Home On Premier Twin Lakes Beach...
- Price:
- $4,250,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Beds:
- 4
- Baths:
- 4
- Type:
- Single Family Residential
- MLS® #:
- 81105125
- Provider:
-
Spectacular Oceanfront Home On Premier Twin Lakes Beach Location. The Homes Private Point Location Affords...
Primo Ocean Front Location W/ Spellbinding Ocean &...
- Price:
- $3,750,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 2
- Type:
- Single Family Residential
- MLS® #:
- 81144255
- Provider:
-
Primo Ocean Front Location W/ Spellbinding Ocean & Monterey Bay Views & Stairs To Surf! Central To Dining,...
Spectacular Ocean Front Property With Sweeping Views...
- Price:
- $2,995,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 3
- Type:
- Single Family Residential
- MLS® #:
- 81123195
- Provider:
-
Spectacular Ocean Front Property With Sweeping Views Of Capitola And Monterey Bay...located On The Quiet...
Exquisitely Remodeled 3bed / 3 Bath Residence Plus...
- Price:
- $2,890,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 3
- Type:
- Single Family Residential
- MLS® #:
- 81030851
- Provider:
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Exquisitely Remodeled 3bed / 3 Bath Residence Plus Large Recreation Room And 5 Car Garage, Never Worry...
Live Oak Beach Front Just South Of The Santa Cruz Yacht...
- Price:
- $2,750,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Beds:
- 4
- Baths:
- 3
- Type:
- Single Family Residential
- MLS® #:
- 81150356
- Provider:
-
Live Oak Beach Front Just South Of The Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. Recently Renovated 4 Bed 3 Bath. Panoramic...
5 Separately Vendible Townhome Units At The Top Of...
- Price:
- $2,695,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Baths:
- 0
- Type:
- Multi-Residential
- MLS® #:
- 81200836
- Provider:
-
5 Separately Vendible Townhome Units At The Top Of Beach Hill. 1/4 Mile To Cowell's Beach,pier,west Cliff,boardwalk,or...
It Takes Your Breath Away...110 Feet Of Oceanfront...
- Price:
- $2,600,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 3
- Type:
- Single Family Residential
- MLS® #:
- 81100451
- Provider:
-
It Takes Your Breath Away...110 Feet Of Oceanfront Heaven! Breathtaking Views Of Monterey Bay Sanctuary....
Premiere Gorgeous Location With Complete Freeway Visibility!...
- Price:
- $2,500,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Baths:
- 0
- Type:
- Common Interest
- MLS® #:
- 81144598
- Provider:
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Premiere Gorgeous Location With Complete Freeway Visibility! Possibilities Include Church, Health Club...
Grab The Kids And Head To The Beach. This Classic Beach...
- Price:
- $2,399,000
- City:
- Santa Cruz
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 3
- Type:
- Single Family Residential
- MLS® #:
- 81052529
- Provider:
-
Grab The Kids And Head To The Beach. This Classic Beach Front Has It All. Panoramic Views Of Surf, Sand...
Homes in Santa Cruz CA
Homes in Santa Cruz have a median sales price of $581,485. Real estate in Santa Cruz is split between five main neighborhoods which include:
Upper Westside
The West Side has the UCSC campus, the charming period homes of the 1900’s, ranch style homes of Westlake, and panoramic views of the city and the bay. [Read more]
Lower Westside
The popular West Cliff pedestrian path is lined by million-dollar properties on one side and rocky shores on the other. Some of these include Lighthouse Field, Natural Bridges and the Circles. [Read more]
Beach Hill/Boardwalk
The world-famous Boardwalk and wharf area draws tourists and locals alike. There are many historic homes, quaint Bed & Breakfast Inns, souvenir shops & restaurants.
Eastside
Along the lower east side are the beachside bungalows and Victorians of the Seabright area, the picturesque yacht harbor, and the sheltered coves of the beach neighborhoods to the south. [Read more]
Seabright
Located between the San Lorenzo River and the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor, Seabright has consistently been voted “best beach” and “best beach neighborhood”. It has many craftsman bungalow style homes and restaurants and breweries. [Read more]
Recreation & Shopping in Santa Cruz
The downtown area of Pacific Avenue is one of the main shopping areas in Santa Cruz. It also serves as a cultural gathering place featuring planned and impromptu displays of music and dance.
The beachfront Boardwalk with its many shops and attractions, still features a popular amusement park including the famous Giant Dipper roller coaster.
With 29 miles of beaches and 14 state parks, Santa Cruz is a mecca for the outdoor enthusiast. In addition to small neighborhood parks, there are a number of beach parks featuring miles of sandy beaches, swimming, surfing and picnicking. Pogonip is a sprawling city park adjacent to the University of California, Santa Cruz that features golf courses, polo fields, hiking trails and open green space.
Also known for its trendsetting skate parks, Santa Cruz is home to the Derby skate park – the first of its kind in the USA. The city also has bike lanes on most major roads as well as other bike and pedestrian paths.
You can't mention Santa Cruz without mentioning the world class surfing. With over 11 reknowned surf breaks, Santa Cruz beaches produce some of the best surfing waves in the world. The area is home to the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and hosts a number of surf contests throughout the year.
Other popular recreation highlights in Santa Cruz include:
DeLaveaga Park – playing fields/courts, picnicking, golf, Frisbee golf
Farmer's Markets – downtown, Wednesdays 2:30 – 6:30 p.m. year-round; Westside Santa Cruz
Harvey West Park – trails, swimming pool, ball fields, clubhouses, picnicking - open Saturdays, 9 – 1 p.m. year-round
Lighthouse Field State Beach – meandering trails along West Cliff Drive, surfing, picnicking, bird watching
Main Beach/Cowell Beach – miles of sandy beaches located at foot of Boardwalk
Museum of Natural History; Surfing Museum, Museum of Art and History
The Mystery Spot – popular tourist attraction with gravity-defying characteristics
Natural Bridges – beach, tide pools, nature trails, Monarch butterfly preserve, Visitor Center
Pasatiempo Golf Club – golf course and banquet facilities with spectacular views of Monterey Bay
Performing Arts: Shakespeare Santa Cruz; Cabrillo Music Festival; Santa Cruz Symphony; Civic Auditorium
Roaring Camp Railroad – historic train ride through redwood forest
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk – the West Coast’s oldest and last remaining seaside
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park – site of historic Mission Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Wharf – fishing, boat charters, dining, shopping amusement park
Seymour Marine Discovery Center – working marine laboratory with exhibits, aquarium and Discovery shop
If you have any questions about buying and selling real estate in Santa Cruz CA, or the greater Santa Cruz area, contact Lauren Spencer, Coldwell Banker Realtor at 1-831-662-6522 or Toll Free: 1-800-226-4717.
Listing information last updated on February 22nd, 2012 at 8:30pm.
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