Santa Cruz County Homes with Neighborhood View

Welcome to Santa Cruz County, a stunning coastal gem nestled in the heart of California. Renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and laid-back lifestyle, Santa Cruz offers a unique blend of beachside charm and natural beauty. With its picturesque coastline, towering redwoods, and rolling hills, this region is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the most captivating features of Santa Cruz County is its diverse array of neighborhoods, each with its own distinct character. Many homes here boast spectacular neighborhood views, allowing residents to bask in the beauty of their surroundings. Imagine waking up to the sight of the sun rising over the Pacific Ocean or enjoying a sunset behind the majestic Santa Cruz Mountains from the comfort of your own home.

In addition to its stunning vistas, Santa Cruz County is known for its vibrant arts scene, eclectic dining options, and a plethora of recreational activities. Whether you’re strolling along the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, exploring the charming shops in downtown, or hiking through the lush trails of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

With a variety of real estate options available, from cozy beach cottages to spacious hillside homes, Santa Cruz County is the perfect place to find your dream home. Embrace the coastal lifestyle and discover the unparalleled beauty of living in a community where every day feels like a vacation. Come explore Santa Cruz County, where stunning views and a welcoming atmosphere await you!

Newest Santa Cruz County Homes with Neighborhood View

$1,299,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82065825 MLS

Beautifully updated and nestled in the highly sought-after Upper Westside, this move-in ready townhome delivers an ideal mix of contemporary style and comfortable living. Highlights include sleek new LVP floors, crisp interior paint, along with an upgraded kitchen complete with fresh cabinets, quartz counters, a modern cooktop, and new sink. Soaring vaulted ceilings amplify the airy, open feel, while three full bedrooms plus a versatile office and sunroom provide endless layout possibilities. Unwind in the primary suite, featuring a full ensuite bath, spacious walk-in closet, private balcony with subtle ocean views, and a sunny enclosed porch. Outdoors, low-maintenance grounds are freshly detailed with new rock and mulch. An oversized two-car garage equipped with a Tesla EV charger provides everyday convenience. Unlike most Townhomes, this property enjoys an incredibly private and sunny garden that is hardscaped and ready for your green-thumb. Situated moments from UCSC along direct transit routes, this location is perfect for university faculty and graduate students. Enjoy seamless access to coastal hiking and biking paths at Wilder Ranch and nearby protected open spaces. With pristine updates and unmatched convenience, this property is truly a must-see!

413 Western DR 13, Santa Cruz

Listed by Sam Bird-Robinson, 831-515-8582 from Compass
(If provided) CoList: Charlie Lambert from Compass

$1,675,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82065610 MLS

Full of character & possibility, 900 Walnut Ave offers generous living spaces, abundant natural light & an expansive 7,492 sqft parcel w/exceptional potential. The freshly painted exterior features inviting designer-selected colors for lasting curb appeal. Inside experience warm tones, older hardwood & upgraded LVP/LVT floors, a traditional FP & large dual pane windows enhance the spacious living areas. The family room features a beautiful vaulted, open beamed ceiling, enclosed built-in storage & a wall of sliding glass doors opening to the huge backyard. A wide entry & pass-through breakfast bar, seamlessly connect the family room to the bright kitchen, where original cabinetry & tile preserve the home's vintage charm, complemented by ample storage and a skylight. The spacious primary suite includes an ensuite bath plus an addt'l vanity area, offering exciting potential to create a luxurious expanded bath & closet if desired. Outside, the oversized backyard is a blank canvas w/fruit trees & a stream along the rear, ready for gardens, entertaining, play or your own private retreat. The generous parcel may also offer potential to explore an ADU, refer to the City. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy today & personalize for tomorrow on a forever sized lot in a fantastic neighborhood.

900 Walnut AVE, Santa Cruz

Listed by Sheila Feddema, 831-254-5088 from Sherman & Boone Realtors
(If provided) CoList: Sheila Giblin from Sherman & Boone Realtors

$1,368,888

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82063531 MLS

Discover 1725 30th Avenue, and bring the coastal lifestyle home. Set in Santa Cruzs Live Oak neighborhood near the Capitola border, this beautiful single-story property offers four bedrooms and three full bathrooms across the main home and its additional in-law-style space, pairing an open-concept layout with ample outdoor space to make your own. The main home features three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with a spacious living area that invites conversation and relaxed entertaining. Dual-pane windows add everyday comfort. Adjacent to the garage, the studio-style space provides the fourth bedroom and third full bathroom, offering flexibility for guests, a home office, or creative pursuits. Outside, the generous yards offer room to dine beneath the stars, grow a garden, or simply put your feet up. A private front yard, drought-tolerant landscaping, iron fencing, and spacious attic storage round out the property. Recent updates include new flooring, kitchen appliances, fresh paint inside and out and much more. Approximately 1.2 miles from the Capitola Beach Esplanade, with convenient access to Pleasure Point, Santa Cruz Harbor, restaurants, and shopping, this home offers space to settle in and plenty of reasons to head out.

1725 30th AVE, Santa Cruz

Listed by Lin-Lin Tsou, 408-605-0114 from Real Estate Experts ERA Powered
(If provided) CoList: Ani Gregorians-Beddow from Real Estate Experts ERA Powered

$3,495,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82065207 MLS

Just a few doors from the ocean, this beautiful home combines elevated design with genuine warmth and comfort. Vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light open the interiors, while carefully selected fixtures, custom finishes, and detailed bathrooms reflect the intention carried throughout. Four bedrooms offer flexibility, including a ground-level en suite, while the primary suite features a private deck and luxury soaking tub. Outside, that same attention continues. Ocean views create the backdrop for coffee or quiet evenings on the deck, while an automated pergola responds to rain and mist for effortless year-round enjoyment. Custom automated gates, low-maintenance landscaping, multiple patios, a hot tub, and an outdoor shower create a private retreat designed around life near the ocean. The keyless entry, sonos speakers throughout and an electric vehicle charger add everyday convenience. Pleasure Points beaches, surf breaks, restaurants, coffee shops, and 41st Avenue favorites are all nearby. For buyers who appreciate thoughtful design, coastal living, and the little luxuries that make a home truly special, this one stands apart.

562 36th AVE, Santa Cruz

Listed by Strock Team, 831-688-9800 from eXp Realty of California Inc
(If provided) CoList: Ashley Sidey from eXp Realty of California Inc

$889,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82065157 MLS

Located in the heart of Seabright, one of Santa Cruz's most desirable neighborhoods, this well maintained townhome offers a fantastic location and is move in ready. Built in 1996 and situated in a small complex, the home features fresh interior paint, new vinyl plank flooring & carpet, freshly painted kitchen cabinets & a new dishwasher. The spacious top floor primary suite is a standout, with high ceilings, multiple closets, and plenty of natural light. Additional highlights include an attached two car garage and a private back patio. Just around the corner from Staff of Life Market and close to local favorites like Lillian's & Akira, the Rio Theatre, and all that Seabright has to offer. A great opportunity to enjoy one of Santa Cruz's best neighborhoods and easy, low maintenance living!

115 Library LN, Santa Cruz

Listed by Jessica Wallace, 831-419-9345 from Coldwell Banker Realty
(If provided) CoList: from

$2,650,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ ML82064954 MLS

Elegant mountain home situated in the desirable 'Summit Woods', close to the heart of the Summit community and local amenities including the Summit Store, wineries, churches, Loma Prieta elementary & CT English middle schools. Approx 20 mins to downtown Los Gatos & Los Gatos High, or Capitola & the beach! Over 5000 sqft luxurious living space, set on 1.26 acres sunny, all usable land...ample space to add a pool, sports court, vineyard...even horses. The ground floor comprises a formal entry & parlor, chefs ktichen with island and informal dining, living room with vaulted ceilings & rock fireplace. Huge formal dining room features walk-in wine cellar with wrought iron gate. Expansive master suite with spa-like bathroom. Laundry room leads to attached SIX CAR garages with marble tile floors! On the 2nd floor; 3 further bedrooms incl. 2 ensuite baths, hall bath and family room/den, large balcony with mountain views. The property exterior features a gated entry with paver driveway, perimeter fencing, rear deck with views over the raised gardens & gently sloped land. Huge enclosed dog run, custom chicken coop, garden tractor garage, and whole house generator. Summit Woods annually welcomes the mountain community for Halloween trick-or-treating. Beloved family friendly neighborhood!

24010 Summit Woods DR, Los Gatos

Listed by Rebecca Smith, 408-507-7165 from Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
(If provided) CoList: Karen Izzo from Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

$1,185,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82063011 MLS

Perfectly positioned between Silicon Valley and the Santa Cruz coast, 14 Siri Lane brings together the best of Scotts Valley living with the ease of a low-maintenance lifestyle. Built in 2015 and move-in ready, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home features a bright, open floor plan with high ceilings, abundant natural light, hardwood floors and newer carpet. The kitchen pairs granite countertops with stainless steel appliances, while an adjacent office nook provides a dedicated space for work or organization. Living spaces flow naturally for everyday life and entertaining, centered around a welcoming tile fireplace. The primary suite features dual sinks, a walk-in shower and generous walk-in closet. Top-rated Scotts Valley schools, shopping, dining and parks are nearby, with easy Highway 17 access to Silicon Valley as well as the beaches and recreation of Santa Cruz. A two-car garage, EV hookup, and Nest thermostat add everyday convenience, while easy-care hardscaping keeps upkeep simple, leaving more time for what matters most. Comfortable, convenient and easy to maintain, this is a home designed to make everyday living feel effortless.

14 Siri LN, Scotts Valley

Listed by Michael Bloch, 831-588-1588 from Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
(If provided) CoList: Lindsey Didia from Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

$875,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82062346 MLS

Assumable 2.9% FHA loan, subject to lender approval. Hillside deck. Hot tub. Valley views. Watch the trees go gold at sunset from your own backyard in Aptos. That is an ordinary weeknight here. Inside, the work is done. The kitchen has been updated. Luxury vinyl plank flooring runs through the home, clean and easy to care for. Two full baths give everyone their own space. Washer and dryer hookups keep laundry at home, where it belongs. Just under 1,200 square feet, and every one of them is easy to live in. Minutes from everything. Deer Park Marketplace in 5 minutes. Bittersweet Bistro in 5 minutes. Aptos Village in 8 minutes. Seacliff State Beach in 11 minutes. Rancho Del Mar shopping in 10 minutes. Highway 1 in 7 minutes. High enough to forget all of it, close enough to be where you need to be! Some homes give you space. This one gives you distance. Homes like this are rare in Santa Cruz County. With a 2.9% rate, they are almost unheard of. Schedule your private tour today.

431 Loma Prieta DR, Aptos

Listed by Sirrom Alizem, 650-695-1919 from eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,795,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82064534 MLS

Experience the Best of Coastal Living in Seascapes Country Club Neighborhood. Welcome to this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home in the desirable Country Club area of Seascape/Rio Del Mar. Just minutes from Hidden Beach, Seascape Resort, Swim & Racquet Club, and Seascape Golf Club, this spacious home blends comfort, style, and Santa Cruz charm. Inside, enjoy fresh interior and exterior paint, new carpet, plantation shutters, and multiple living spaces ideal for entertaining. The galley-style kitchen features premium Viking and GE appliances. A dedicated office offers the perfect work-from-home space, while a separate laundry room adds everyday convenience. The backyard is designed for indoor-outdoor living, with a heated pool, an expansive patio, and an outdoor shower, perfect after a beach day. Home Features: Separate living, dining, and family rooms; five spacious bedrooms; dedicated office; laundry room; three full bathrooms plus a half-bath off the garage; professionally maintained landscaping and pool; two-car garage with additional driveway parking. Enjoy easy access to golf, dining, boutique shopping, local wineries, and Highway 1.

620 Baltusrol DR, Aptos

Listed by Shawndy Linquist, 831-440-6733 from Compass
(If provided) CoList: from

$699,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82064530 MLS

Rare opportunity to build equity or construct your dream coastal retreat at 113 Pine Street! Situated in a highly desirable, established Santa Cruz neighborhood, this property offers exceptional location value just minutes from local beaches, downtown shopping, dining, and easy highway access. The existing structures are in poor condition with significant deferred maintenance and may be potential tear-downs, making this an ideal blank canvas for contractors, builders, savvy investors, or experienced project seekers looking for their next major undertaking. Bring your architect, land planner, and vision to explore the possibilities of a complete rebuild, major expansion, or custom footprint. The property features a 448 sq. ft. 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom primary residence, along with a converted detached garage of roughly 400 sq. ft. Value is predominantly in the land and location. Opportunities at this price point in Santa Cruz are exceptionally rare, don't miss out!

113 Pine ST, Santa Cruz

Listed by Alistair Craft, 831-234-1092 from Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
(If provided) CoList: from

$10,000,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82059181 MLS

Introducing Valencia Meadows, a rare collection of seven estate homesites set across approximately 74 acres in the rolling hills of Aptos. Individual parcels range from approximately 6.3 to 23 acres, offering remarkable scale, privacy, and flexibility for the creation of custom residences in a naturally beautiful setting. The thoughtfully planned community includes a private internal road network, individual well and septic infrastructure, and designated residential development areas integrated into the existing topography. Open meadows, mature trees, ridgelines, and protected natural areas give each homesite a distinct sense of place while preserving the character of the land. Located at 700 Valencia School Road, Valencia Meadows offers the tranquility of country living within easy reach of Aptos Village, Highway 1, local beaches, Nisene Marks State Park, and the greater Santa Cruz coastline. With only seven homesites across approximately 74 acres, Valencia Meadows presents an uncommon opportunity to create a private California estate surrounded by space, scenery, and the natural beauty of the Aptos hills.

700 Valencia School RD, Aptos

Listed by Jakki Harlan, 650-465-2180 from Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,298,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82064420 MLS

"Two Tickets to Paradise" Two Houses !!! each with one car garages on a flat sunny third acre in downtown Boulder Creek ! Nothing like this ever comes , and it doesn't get any better. Fully fenced gated property drenched in sunshine, making the ideal farmer gardeners sanctuary. Larger second home on back lot has a back alley access of its own. Dual pane windows, newer roofs and furnace. both homes are two bedroom two bath, front home is approximately 858 sq. feet with furnace and AC, rear house is approx.1327 sq.feet with newer furnace all on natural gas! There is so much room to spread out and expand or just leave as it is. Fabulous opportunity for woodworkers contractors hobbyist and gear heads, this is a place for someone needing room for those projects. Abundant space for RV boat or other large vehicles. Save gas and just walk into town for shopping dining and school, all safely inside your fenced sunny compound. Live in security and paradise without being miles up a winding dark rural road. Strategic commute location to Scotts Valley 17 and Santa Cruz, Silicon Valley via Bear Creek road or Highway nine through Saratoga. Absolute ideal living situation with space & privacy whether for multi family living, or rent one and enjoy some income! Move in and be happy forever!

Highway 9, Boulder Creek

Listed by Gordon Rudy, 408-316-5975 from Schwarzbach Associates
(If provided) CoList: from

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