SOLD JUL 13, 2026

Sold on jul 2026

$840,000

•

1,040

sq ft

101 Shell Dr #3, Watsonville, CA 95076

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Full ownership opportunity at Pajaro Dunes. 101 Shell Drive # 3 is a permitted vacation rental offered at $860,000 in the gated beachfront Shorebirds community. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo offers beach access, coastal walking paths, tennis, pickleball, and the relaxed Monterey Bay lifestyle Pajaro Dunes is known for. Use as a personal beach retreat, vacation rental, or both, subject to HOA, management, and county requirements. Close to Aptos, Seascape Village, Santa Cruz, Moss Landing, Elkhorn Slough, and Monterey Bay attractions. Nearby Seascape Sports Club, one of the Central Coasts premier tennis, pickleball, and fitness clubs, adds another excellent lifestyle amenity.

Condo (tenancy in common)Property Type

1973Year Built

958 sq ftLot Size

$808Price/Sq.Ft.

$867/moHOA Dues

Listed by Rick Kepler •DRE #02203534 • Coldwell Banker Realty

Bought with Richard Seadler •DRE #00427633 • Pajaro Dunes

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Redfin Estimate

$1,170,372

$330K since sold in July 2026$5,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 38.2% higher than the average sale price ($847K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 2, 2026
$820,000
A
2 beds2 baths1,052 sq ft
101 Shell Dr #208, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$980,000
B
2 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft
101 Shell Dr #22, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD APR 13, 2026
$186,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft
101 Shell Dr #42, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$1,080,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft
101 Shell Dr #136, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$789,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft
101 Shell Dr #111, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$1,225,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft
101 Shell Dr #62, Watsonville, CA 95076

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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

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Est. $2,336 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 101 Shell Dr #3

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML82033731

Jul 13, 2026

Sold

$840,000

$808/sq ft

Jun 26, 2026

Pending

—

Jun 6, 2026

Pending

—

Jun 6, 2026

Contingent

—

May 22, 2026

Price Changed

$860,000

$827/sq ft

Feb 4, 2026

Listed

$550,000

$529/sq ft

MLSListings #ML81895697

Oct 4, 2022

Sold

$1,265,000

$1,216/sq ft

Sep 8, 2022

Contingent

—

Aug 10, 2022

Price Changed

$1,265,000

$1,216/sq ft

Jun 10, 2022

Listed

$1,349,000

$1,297/sq ft

Jun 10, 2022

Listed

$1,265,000

$1,216/sq ft

+26

Beach Front at Pajaro Dunes! Step off the back patio directly onto the sand and enjoy the miles of pristine beach, the longest in the Monterey Bay. This stunning, south facing condo benefits from terrific natural light and a sense of privacy unlike most other Shorebirds condos. Tastefully appointed and designer approved, this lovely 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home features a remodeled kitchen with custom cabinetry and granite countertops, built-in stainless appliances, both bathrooms remodeled, new paint and flooring, and a wood burning fireplace to cozy up to on those cool evenings. Pajaro Dunes owners benefit from tennis and pickleball courts, hiking trails, bird watching, two clubhouses, endless ocean activities, privacy and security of a gated community, and the option of short-term rentals. Located halfway between Santa Cruz and Monterey, there's never a shortage of activities for the whole family to choose from.

Public Records

Apr 28, 1998

Sold

$205,000

$197/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 15, 1996

Sold

$194,500

$187/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 19, 1993

Sold

$215,000

$207/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 1, 1989

Sold

$204,000

$196/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 6, 1986

Sold

$120,909

$116/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 14, 1981

Sold

$18,500

$18/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 14, 1981

Sold

$205,000

$197/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 15, 1980

Sold

$10,630

$10/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 5, 1977

Sold

$65,000

$63/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 31, 1972

Sold

$40,000

$38/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 14, 1972

Sold

$528,000

$508/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$19,369 (+10.0%)

$1,052,885 + $263,221

$1,316,106

2024

$17,614 (+16.3%)

$1,032,240 + $258,060

$1,290,300

2023

$15,142 (+218.9%)

$1,032,240 + $258,060

$1,290,300

2022

$4,749 (+4.3%)

$1,012,000 + $253,000

$1,265,000

2021

$4,551 (+1.5%)

$162,506 + $145,955

$308,461

2020

$4,486 (+2.0%)

$159,320 + $143,093

$302,413

2019

$4,397 (+2.8%)

$157,686 + $141,626

$299,312

2018

$4,279 (+1.2%)

$154,594 + $138,849

$293,443

2017

$4,227 (+2.7%)

$148,592 + $133,456

$282,048

2016

$4,118 (+1.9%)

$148,592 + $133,456

$282,048

2015

$4,040 (+2.3%)

$145,678 + $130,839

$276,517

2014

$3,951 (+0.1%)

$140,679 + $126,350

$267,029

2013

$3,946 (+4.5%)

$140,679 + $126,350

$267,029

2012

$3,777 (+2.3%)

$140,043 + $125,779

$265,822

2011

$3,693 (+1.0%)

$137,297 + $123,313

$260,610

2010

$3,657

$134,605 + $120,895

$255,500

2009

$3,659 (+2.6%)

$133,599 + $119,991

$253,590

2008

$3,568

$133,916 + $120,276

$254,192

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

2011

Sq. Ft.

1,040

Year built

1973

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Santa Cruz County

APN

05239103

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Common Parking Area

Interior

Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Primary Suite/Retreat

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Features: Primary Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub (1), Tile

Appliances
Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range, Electric Oven Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer

Dining Room Information
Dining Area, Dining Area in Family Room, Eat-In Kitchen

Family Room Information
Kitchen/Family Room Combo

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Burning

Flooring Information
Carpet, Tile

Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Granite Countertop, Exhaust Fan, Island

Exterior

Building Information
Foundation Details: Slab

Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Balcony/Patio

Year Built
Year Built Details: 2

Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 1,040
Ownership Type: Tenants in Common

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard

Utility Information
Gas: Public Utilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Public Utilities, Public Water
Water Source: Public

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: $2,600
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Name: Pajaro Dunes
Has Association: Yes

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

Location Information
MLS Area: La Selva Beach
Street Name: Shell
Street Number: 101

WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 2

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,040
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 2011
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 05239103

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2026

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101 Shell Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076

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172	$765,000	2 beds	2 baths	1052 sq ft
287	$1,030,000	2 beds	2 baths	1052 sq ft

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Schools

Landmark Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.9mi

2/10

Rolling Hills Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi

2/10

Watsonville High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi

4/10

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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

3/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 80° expected this year, 11 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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Sun exposure

100/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 3% for direct sun exposure in Watsonville. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.9 hrs

6.6 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$1.11M – $1.35M

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Home values near 101 Shell Dr #3

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
101 Shell Dr Apartment 1, Watsonville, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1370 Sq. Ft.	$1,021,629
101 Shell Dr Apartment 5, Watsonville, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1040 Sq. Ft.	$814,379

Address	Redfin Estimate
101 Shell Dr Apartment 2, Watsonville, CA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1040 Sq. Ft.	$1,147,741
101 Shell Dr Apartment 6, Watsonville, CA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1040 Sq. Ft.	$894,151

Address	Redfin Estimate
101 Shell Dr Apartment 4, Watsonville, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1040 Sq. Ft.	$819,034
101 Shell Dr Apartment 7, Watsonville, CA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 815 Sq. Ft.	$735,493

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