OFF MARKET

Off market nov 2022 for $1.4M

$1,344,902

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $9,534/mo

•

1,409

sq ft

101 Shell Dr #285, Watsonville, CA 95076

About this home

This fabulous beach condo at Pajaro Dunes Resort offers a unique, unmatched combination of important attributes. Located in the northernmost wing of the resort, it offers maximum privacy and panoramic views of the dunes, hills, lake, and sunsets. There are no views of neighboring units. The ground floor, beach-level location allows effortless trips from the sand to the condo for breaks and refreshments, and maximum convenience to and from the parking area. The open concept, 3-bedroom plan features a rare two patios and plenty of space to entertain and/or maximize rental income. There is no other condo here offering this special set of features. Tastefully updated, the charming interior offers a split bedroom plan with the private primary suite offering epic nature views. Live here full time, use it as a vacation rental, or even sell fractional shares. This condo has an impressive six-figure earnings history via VRBO. Seller is licensed real estate agent.

CondoProperty Type

1973Year Built

$955Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Loren Haley Skeen •DRE #01862102 • Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Contact: 650-223-3851

Bought with Patricia Kindig •DRE #01290054 • David Lyng Real Estate

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•Source:MLSListings #ML81909887

Redfin Estimate

$1,344,902

$80K since sold in November 2022$99K since September

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This home's estimate is 51.5% higher than the average sale price ($888K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 20, 2026
$1,045,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,242 sq ft
850 Park Ave Unit 15C, Capitola, CA 95010
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$344,000
B
2 beds2 baths1,136 sq ft
101 Shell Dr #304, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$1,080,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft
101 Shell Dr #136, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$789,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft
101 Shell Dr #111, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$880,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,052 sq ft
101 Shell Dr #227, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD AUG 27, 2026
$1,188,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,432 sq ft
260 Rio Del Mar Blvd #5, Aptos, CA 95003

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Market trends in 95076, CA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

98.4%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$800K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

29d

8 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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Sale history for 101 Shell Dr #285

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$21,361 (+9.2%)

$1,111,928 + $370,643

$1,482,571

2024

$19,554 (+15.9%)

$1,090,125 + $363,375

$1,453,500

2023

$16,874 (+140.8%)

$1,090,125 + $363,375

$1,453,500

2022

$7,009 (+3.4%)

$1,068,750 + $356,250

$1,425,000

2021

$6,776 (+1.5%)

$315,909 + $200,819

$516,728

2020

$6,677 (+1.9%)

$309,715 + $196,881

$506,596

2019

$6,551 (+2.7%)

$306,539 + $194,862

$501,401

2018

$6,378 (+30.6%)

$300,529 + $191,041

$491,570

2017

$4,884 (+2.7%)

$190,464 + $151,562

$342,026

2016

$4,757 (+1.7%)

$190,464 + $151,562

$342,026

2015

$4,678 (+2.3%)

$186,729 + $148,590

$335,319

2014

$4,575

$180,321 + $143,491

$323,812

2013

$4,573 (+4.6%)

$180,321 + $143,491

$323,812

2012

$4,372 (+2.3%)

$179,506 + $142,842

$322,348

2011

$4,275 (+1.0%)

$175,986 + $140,041

$316,027

2010

$4,232

$172,535 + $137,295

$309,830

2009

$4,235 (+2.6%)

$171,246 + $136,269

$307,515

2008

$4,129

$171,653 + $136,593

$308,246

Tax history for 101 Shell Dr #285

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$21,361 (+9.2%)

$1,111,928 + $370,643

$1,482,571

2024

$19,554 (+15.9%)

$1,090,125 + $363,375

$1,453,500

2023

$16,874 (+140.8%)

$1,090,125 + $363,375

$1,453,500

2022

$7,009 (+3.4%)

$1,068,750 + $356,250

$1,425,000

2021

$6,776 (+1.5%)

$315,909 + $200,819

$516,728

2020

$6,677 (+1.9%)

$309,715 + $196,881

$506,596

2019

$6,551 (+2.7%)

$306,539 + $194,862

$501,401

2018

$6,378 (+30.6%)

$300,529 + $191,041

$491,570

2017

$4,884 (+2.7%)

$190,464 + $151,562

$342,026

2016

$4,757 (+1.7%)

$190,464 + $151,562

$342,026

2015

$4,678 (+2.3%)

$186,729 + $148,590

$335,319

2014

$4,575

$180,321 + $143,491

$323,812

2013

$4,573 (+4.6%)

$180,321 + $143,491

$323,812

2012

$4,372 (+2.3%)

$179,506 + $142,842

$322,348

2011

$4,275 (+1.0%)

$175,986 + $140,041

$316,027

2010

$4,232

$172,535 + $137,295

$309,830

2009

$4,235 (+2.6%)

$171,246 + $136,269

$307,515

2008

$4,129

$171,653 + $136,593

$308,246

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

2013

Sq. Ft.

1,409

Year built

1973

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Santa Cruz County

APN

05248312

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Description: Common Parking Area, Electric Car Hookup
Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Primary Suite/Retreat

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Shower Over Tub, Tile

Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
Kitchen Description: Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven Range (Electric), Pantry, Refrigerator(s)

Interior Features
Laundry: Inside, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Insert
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1

Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Baseboard, Heating (2+ Zones), Individual Room Controls

Exterior

Exterior Features
View: Hills, Lake
Roof: Tar and Gravel
Yard/Grounds: Balcony/Patio, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fire Pit, Tennis Court(s)

Building Information
Subclass: Condominium
Construction Type: Shingle, Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Building Height (Minimum): 3
Building Height (Maximum): 3

Property Features
Communication: Cable TV, DSL
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,409
Security Features: Security Gate w/Guard
Special Features: Parking

Property Information
Ownership Type: Condominium Ownership
Property Primary ID: 688178
Restrictions: Pets (Dogs Permitted), Pets (Number Restrictions)

Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: SU

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Public Utilities

Water Information
Water: Public

Location

Unit Information
Unit Description: End Unit
Minimum Floor Number: 1

Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
# of Units in Building (Minimum): 309
# of Units in Building (Maximum): 309
# of Units in Complex (Minimum): 309

HOA Information
Has HOA
Fees Include: Basic Telephone, Cable/Dish, Common Area Electricity, Common Area Gas, Decks, Garbage, Hot Water, Insurance, Insurance (Common Area), Insurance (Liability), Insurance (Structure), Landscaping/Gardening, Maintenance (Common Area), Maintenance (Exterior), Maintenance (Road), Management Fee, Pools, Spa, or Tennis, Reserves, Roof, Security Service, Water/Sewer, Other (See Remarks)
HOA Amenities: Beach Rights, Community Security Gate, Game Court (Outdoor), Garden/ Greenbelt/ Trails, Tennis Court/Facility
HOA Documents: Articles of Incorporation, Budget, Bylaws, CC&RS, Minutes, Rules & Regulations
HOA Fee: $742
HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
HOA Name: Pajaro Dunes North Association
HOA Primary Phone: 831-761-6293

School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,409
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 05248312

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026

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101 Shell Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076

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Units for sale


108	$705,000	1 bed	1 bath	800 sq ft
172	$765,000	2 beds	2 baths	1052 sq ft
242	$795,000	2 beds	2 baths	1052 sq ft
287	$1,030,000	2 beds	2 baths	1052 sq ft
191	$1,475,000	2 beds	2 baths	1052 sq ft

Around this home

Schools

Landmark Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.7mi

2/10

Rolling Hills Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi

2/10

Watsonville High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

5 days above 80° expected this year, 10 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

9 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years

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Watsonville, CA • 95076

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In this area, properties receive around 11.3 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.28M – $1.55M

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Home values near 101 Shell Dr #285

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
101 Shell Dr Apt 298, Watsonville, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1409 Sq. Ft.	$1,153,949
101 Shell Dr Apt 301, Watsonville, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1052 Sq. Ft.	$973,611

Address	Redfin Estimate
101 Shell Dr Apt 299, Watsonville, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1052 Sq. Ft.	$1,022,127
101 Shell Dr Apt 303, Watsonville, CA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 842 Sq. Ft.	$773,213

Address	Redfin Estimate
101 Shell Dr Apt 300, Watsonville, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1052 Sq. Ft.	$913,375
101 Shell Dr Apt 304, Watsonville, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1136 Sq. Ft.	$522,536

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