Santa Cruz CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Bright, Sunny, Garden Lovers Cottage in Prospect Heights. This charming two-bedroom, one-bathroom home is situated in one of Santa Cruz most walkable neighborhoods with direct access to nature just four houses away. A planted archway and hedges lead you up to this cozy home, which includes original hardwood floors, remodeled kitchen, and laundry nook. A separate single-car garage has a permitted Tesla charger and there is parking space on the 7,449 square foot lot for an oversized vehicle. Solar panels on the roof take advantage of the warmer climate in the Banana Belt. Gardeners will love the fenced-in backyard with several garden beds and fruit trees and an outdoor patio off the kitchen for al fresco dining.

Start living the good life in this private, rural paradise sitting just 2 miles from Starbucks and Hwy 17. The work has been done, so no fix-up here as you sit back and enjoy this brand new rebuild on 2.7 acres. 3BR/3BA with a comfortable mix of outdoor living spaces, decks, outdoor kitchen, hot tub, and multiple outbuildings. Sunny and elevated spot w/southern exposure makes for warm, fog-free afternoons as ocean breezes gently roll up the canyon. Reverse floor plan puts the main living areas and bedrooms upstairs to capture the mesmerizing views; family room and full BA on the first level. Kitchen and baths w/today's colors and materials, vaulted ceilings, skylights, central heat and AC, wood and tiled floors. Roomy 2-car garage plus large attached storage room, so think home gym or music room. Award-winning Happy Valley school district, DeLaveaga Park and golf, hiking and biking trails, and good commute location are big draws for this area. Escape to the country and never look back

Encompassed by towering trees & boasting absolute privacy, this peaceful home offers picturesque mountain views. Enter through the front door & into the foyer, which directs you to each floor & 2 guest bedrooms. Just ahead, descend steps to the open living space, where natural light pours in through a set of glass doors that open to the wide-reaching back deck. The well-equipped kitchen connects to the dining area, living room, & versatile bonus room, all incorporating sweeping outdoor views. Upstairs, the primary suite provides a gorgeously appointed ensuite as well as a large walk-in closet off the hall. Enjoy an accompanying, versatile bonus room that can fit a plethora of needs. Though undisturbed in the coveted city of Santa Cruz, enjoy access to downtown via Granite Creek Rd. Hit a round of golf at one of the courses nearby, spend a day at one of the many local wineries, or head down to the boardwalk for some fun in the sun.

Rare opportunity. Zoned R1-6. Close to town in the desirable Soquel hills. Large flat lot offers both spectacular views of the Monterey bay and privacy, charming main house and guest house, with room for expansion and gardens on over 1/2 acre. Main house features dramatic spaces and meticulous detailing. Large living room opens through a wall of doors to a spacious wrap-around deck creating an indoor/outdoor space perfect for entertaining. Central Location ! Easy access to shopping, Restaurants, schools and close to everything! The property also features soaring ceilings, slate floors Newly renovated. Many potentials.

Welcome to your own personal oasis in Santa Cruz Gardens! Extensively remodeled in 2019 with luxury upgrades such as recessed lighting, brand new Thermador kitchen appliances, a new Tesla solar roof & 14 KWH power walls, a dual electric car charger in the garage, & double-paned windows. The primary suite features 2 walk-in closets for plenty of storage & a private patio. Spacious kitchen allows casual dining at the island or breakfast bar, & the open concept makes entertaining a breeze. A gorgeous Trex deck highlights the backyard, stretching out to the drought resistant artificial grass, corn hole court, horseshoe court, & relaxing view of the surrounding trees. A lengthy driveway sets you back from the hustle and bustle, allowing the serenity of complete privacy. Sitting on over an acre of land, this home is the perfect personal retreat without giving up any of the convenience! Located close to shopping, highways, hiking trails, a Golf Course & award-winning Chaminade Spa and Resort.

Beautifully remodeled single story Santa Cruz Gardens home on upper Winkle. Enter the front gate into a peaceful oasis with a sunny patio and babbling fountain. The interior glows with abundant natural light and an open layout with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a bonus 4th room. Living room features a sunny bay window and gas fireplace. Primary suite has a spacious entry room, walk-in closet, dual recessed lights and French doors giving you a private exit to the back deck. Fully remodeled primary bathroom with two showers, upgraded vanity, custom tile and LED lighting. Countless upgrades throughout the home including custom blinds, ceramic tile, granite counters, upgraded lighting, remodeled bathrooms, dual pane windows, crown molding, stainless steel appliances, and a huge lot backing to open space. Enjoy the beautiful treetop views and privacy from your back deck! Optional membership to Santa Cruz Gardens community pool, with Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary just around the corner.

Enjoy sunrise and sunset from this ocean view home surrounded by beautiful redwoods. This 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home has views from almost every room. Over 2700sf. with formal living room and dining room, eat-in kitchen/family room combo with a wood burning stove for the cool evenings. Or sit outside on the newly installed Trex wrap around deck and hot tub for your evenings under the stars. Also features a Reverse osmosis water filter., new furnace and entire home generator, new hot water heater.

PRICE REDUCED! Welcome to this serene home nestled in the heart of the majestic Santa Cruz Mountains. Close to everything but away from it all! Whether you're a commuter looking to be near Silicon Valley, an investor looking for an active income producing Airbnb, or just want a weekend getaway you'll love this place! Ideal location in the top-rated Happy Valley Elementary School District and just an approximate 20min drive to the beach. While the interior is everything you could dream of in a mountain home the stunning surrounding acreage will pull you outdoors to enjoy fresh air and gorgeous scenery. The approx 3.5 acres of beautiful land are like no other there are expansive flat usable areas and over $60,000 was put into upgrading the landscape and hardscape. Enjoy the tree lined views while still having the opportunity to soak up the Santa Cruz sun. Imagine having a picnic on the grass, eating dinner on the private deck off the kitchen, and relaxing on a hammock under the stars.

New construction, 4 bedroom luxury home with a 2 bedroom ADU! Tucked away on over half an acre on a cul-de-sac, this is the last lot to be developed in the newer, luxury subdivision on Benson. With a combined total of 5,043 square feet of living space, this home offers a large, open floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms on the ground floor and 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and family room on the second floor. The bright and open kitchen features quartz countertops, energy efficient appliances, a large island and more! There is plenty of room for all of your toys with an attached 793 square foot, 3 car garage. This home is great for entertaining and get togethers with over 680 square feet of deck and a 480 square foot covered porch. The attached 800 square foot ADU features two bedrooms and an open floor plan with its own private sun deck and porch. Add your own finishing touches to this gorgeous home while it is being built and get ready to move into your brand-new home in early 2023.

AMAZING Retreat House, set on over 3 Acres, and ONLY 2 miles from Hwy 17! This home and setting are STUNNING! Gorgeously remodeled, floor to ceiling windows with forest views, and vaulted wood beamed ceilings throughout. The Kitchen is gorgeous as is the separate Dining Room. The beautiful upstairs Living Room has its own wet bar and floor to ceiling windows. There are TWO Primary bedroom suites, both with their own gorgeous En Suites, walk-in closets, and amazing views! Check out the SPECTACULAR indoor Spa Room! LED lights shine under the glass tiles, large windows give forest views AND there is a separate Cedar Sauna Room! Through a breezeway is 25x28' Game Room over the 3-car garage. Separate Laundry Room, Storage Room, and an additional bedroom are off the bottom floor breezeway. Plenty of room and space for everybody and every hobby! Wedding Venue / a multi-family situation? Perhaps the greatest ALLURE of this home is ALL the Possibilities! *Seller Financing may be possible!

Sitting twenty-plus acres of forested land, "DragonsPearl" is an enchanted refuge for the outdoorsy. Located just off Highway 17, commuters can reach Stanford in about 45 minutes or Civic Center, San Francisco, in just under 90 minutes while enjoying the serenity of peaceful mountain living. This property has it all; a three-bed/two-bath house with a spacious great room, an immaculate modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and a separate office space. Tall ceilings and plenty of windows offer spectacular natural light. Outbuildings, including an aviary and a small recreational shed, allow for a unique outdoor experience and plenty of storage. Most recently used as an animal sanctuary, the potential of this treasured property knows no bounds. Allow your imagination to run wild.

255 JUPITER JUPITER TERRACE IS LISTED FOR $1,675,000. & THE ADJACENT VACANT PARCEL IS LISTED FOR $760,000. 255 JUPITER TERRACE HAS ABOUT 6 ACRES OF OPEN MEADOWS WITH FULL SUN AND PANORAMIC DISTANT VALLEY AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS. PARCEL #48 HAS ABOUT 1 MILE OF FRONTAGE ON JUPITER TERRACE ROAD AND HAS LOTS OF REDWOODS. THERE IS A VERY CONVENIENT AREA TO BUILD A HOUSE WITH UTILITIES NEAR BY. THE LISTING PRICE FOR THE VACANT 8 ACRE PARCEL IS $760,000.