Cheap homes for sale & real estate in Santa Cruz County, CA

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Cheap Home for sale in Santa Cruz County, CA:
Contractors special on nearly 22,000 sq ft along King Creek in Boulder Creek. This bank owned 2 bed, 1 bath sits on a generous lot where the creek runs close by, tucked into the redwoods covered Santa Cruz Mountains. Remodeling got underway but stopped short. Someone with the skills, or the vision to hire them, can finish the upgrades and turn this into a solid mountain home. It needs a new roof and wood repair. The foundation requires attention, yet its easily accessible under the house, which simplifies the work. Santa Cruz County requires a new septic system before occupancy. Heres the upsidelocation. Youre minutes from downtown Boulder Creeks small town feel, with Highway 9 leadin

$300,000

2 beds1 bath1,150 sq ft

495 Riverview Dr, Boulder Creek, CA 95006

San lorenzo valley • Highway 9 • Creekside lot

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Cheap Home for sale in Santa Cruz County, CA:
New 3 bedroom/2 bath mobile home in peaceful all-age Portola Heights park. Spectacularly located in a quiet cul-de-sac for the kids to play and as luck would have it, room for a garden as your new home is at the end of the street! Granite countertops, new appliances, separate laundry room with built in cabinets. This is an affordable home in Santa Cruz County waiting for your family to love!

$418,000

3 beds2 baths1,440 sq ft

107 Crespi Cir #107, Watsonville, CA 95076

Quiet cul-de-sac • Portola heights park • Room for a garden

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Cheap Home for sale in Santa Cruz County, CA:
The Ultimate Beachside Retreat at Pleasure Point. Looking for an incredible coastal escape where you can walk to the surf and fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves? This beautifully updated 1 bedroom-plus home in Pleasure Point offers the quintessential Santa Cruz lifestyle! Exterior Highlights Unbeatable Location: Just two blocks to the beach and world-renowned surf breaks at Pleasure Point. Convenient & Walkable: Easy bike ride to New Leaf Community Markets, Whole Foods, local taquerias, and neighborhood dining. Exterior Upgrades: Newly installed and painted HardiePlank® siding with modern corrugated stainless-steel skirting, new double-pane windows with custom cedar trim,

$265,000

1 bed1 bath490 sq ft

890 38th Ave #19, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Beachside retreat • Interior charm • Exterior upgrades

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Cheap Home for sale in Santa Cruz County, CA:
RED-TAGGED PROPERTY CONTRACTOR/REHAB OPPORTUNITY. Nestled among the redwoods in a peaceful mountain setting, this property offers a unique opportunity for a buyer, builder, or contractor seeking a substantial renovation project. Enjoy Redwood decks overlooking Maple, Redwood, and Bay trees, along with a private walking bridge spanning Lompico Creek and providing views of the surrounding natural setting. The sale includes three parcels: APNs 075-331-06 and 075-331-07 on Lompico Road, and APN 075-111-25 on Creekwood Road. The property is currently RED TAGGED and requires significant repairs and rehabilitation. The project may include construction of a large engineered retaining wall, removin

$157,000

2 beds1 bath909 sq ft

10857 Lompico Rd, Felton, CA 95018

Lompico creek • Redwood decks • Three parcels

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Cheap Home for sale in Santa Cruz County, CA:
Contractor Special! Bring your tools and inspiration to make this gem sparkle again! Newer roof, good commute location with public transportation option as bus stop close to home. Walking distance to town, with a newer roof and space for a carport. There is a redwood sauna in the home which has been used as a closet in unknown condition, laundry is located in shed behind home, covered firewood storage in front of fence.

$350,000

2 beds1 bath657 sq ft

13854 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA 95006

Newer roof • Redwood sauna • 6,403 sq ft lot

Property at 103 Dunsmuir Ct, Aptos, CA 95003, 4 beds, 3 baths

$227,000

4 beds3 baths2,019 sq ft

103 Dunsmuir Ct, Aptos, CA 95003

Property at 740 30th Ave #115, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, 2 beds, 1 bath

$382,000

2 beds1 bath576 sq ft

740 30th Ave #115, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Property at 2395 Delaware #72, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 3 beds, 2 baths

$199,000

3 beds2 baths1,200 sq ft

2395 Delaware #72, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Property at 750 47th Ave #69, Capitola, CA 95010, 2 beds, 2 baths

$65,000

2 beds2 baths800 sq ft

750 47th Ave #69, Capitola, CA 95010

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Property at 2395 Delaware Ave #158, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 2 beds, 2 baths

$325,000

2 beds2 baths1,152 sq ft

2395 Delaware Ave #158, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Property at 106 Kings Hwy, Boulder Creek, CA 95006, 2 beds, 2 baths

$385,000

2 beds2 baths951 sq ft

106 Kings Hwy, Boulder Creek, CA 95006

Property at 2395 Delaware Ave #85, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 2 beds, 2 baths

$150,000

2 beds2 baths1,296 sq ft

2395 Delaware Ave #85, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Property at 560 30th Ave #53, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, 2 beds, 2 baths

$380,000

2 beds2 baths702 sq ft

560 30th Ave #53, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Property at 2395 Delaware Ave #42, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 3 beds, 2 baths

$165,000

3 beds2 baths1,000 sq ft

2395 Delaware Ave #42, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Property at 17925 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA 95006, 2 beds, 1 bath

$135,000

2 beds1 bath572 sq ft

17925 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA 95006

Property at 1555 Merrill St #176, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, 2 beds, 2 baths

$389,000

2 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft

1555 Merrill St #176, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Property at 5344 Scotts Valley Dr #20, Scotts Valley, CA 95066, 1 bed, 1 bath

$271,000

1 bed1 bath566 sq ft

5344 Scotts Valley Dr #20, Scotts Valley, CA 95066

Property at 2120 North Pacific Ave #52, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 1 bed, 1 bath

$195,000

1 bed1 bath430 sq ft

2120 North Pacific Ave #52, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Property at 2395 Delaware Ave #163, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 2 beds, 2 baths

$370,000

2 beds2 baths1,411 sq ft

2395 Delaware Ave #163, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Property at 2395 Delaware Ave #188, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 3 beds, 2 baths

$337,000

3 beds2 baths1,584 sq ft

2395 Delaware Ave #188, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Property at 12715 Irwin Way, Boulder Creek, CA 95006, 2 beds, 1 bath

$389,000

2 beds1 bath994 sq ft

12715 Irwin Way, Boulder Creek, CA 95006

Property at 2395 Delaware Ave #122, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 2 beds, 2 baths

$59,000

2 beds2 baths969 sq ft

2395 Delaware Ave #122, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Property at 750 47th Ave #13, Capitola, CA 95010, 2 beds, 1 bath

$68,000

2 beds1 bath680 sq ft

750 47th Ave #13, Capitola, CA 95010

Property at 4150 Soquel Dr #8, Soquel, CA 95073, 2 beds, 1 bath

$139,950

2 beds1 bath375 sq ft

4150 Soquel Dr #8, Soquel, CA 95073

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Property at 73 Pelican Pt, Watsonville, CA 95076, 3 beds, 2 baths

$265,000

3 beds2 baths1,488 sq ft

73 Pelican Pt, Watsonville, CA 95076

Property at 270 Hames Rd #54, Watsonville, CA 95076, 2 beds, 2 baths

$389,000

2 beds2 baths1,488 sq ft

270 Hames Rd #54, Watsonville, CA 95076

Property at 1040 38th #6, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, 2 beds, 2 baths

$425,000

2 beds2 baths840 sq ft

1040 38th #6, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Property at 2395 Delaware Ave #126, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$195,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,440 sq ft

2395 Delaware Ave #126, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Property at 265 Brown Gables Rd #32, Ben Lomond, CA 95005, 1 bed, 1.5 baths

$375,000

1 bed1.5 baths746 sq ft

265 Brown Gables Rd #32, Ben Lomond, CA 95005

Property at 1040 38th Ave #9, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, 2 beds, 1 bath

$375,000

2 beds1 bath896 sq ft

1040 38th Ave #9, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Property at 53 Greco #53, Aptos, CA 95003, 2 beds, 2 baths

$320,000

2 beds2 baths1,344 sq ft

53 Greco #53, Aptos, CA 95003

Property at 144 Holm Rd #14, Watsonville, CA 95076, 2 beds, 2 baths

$349,000

2 beds2 baths1,536 sq ft

144 Holm Rd #14, Watsonville, CA 95076

Property at 233 Pacifica Blvd #101, Watsonville, CA 95076, 1 bath

$310,000

Studio1 bath477 sq ft

233 Pacifica Blvd #101, Watsonville, CA 95076

Property at 615 Heartwood Hl, Boulder Creek, CA 95006, 4 beds, 3 baths

$395,000

4 beds3 baths2,832 sq ft

615 Heartwood Hl, Boulder Creek, CA 95006

Property at 12845 Love Creek Rd, Ben Lomond, CA 95005, 1 bed, 1 bath

$419,000

1 bed1 bath1,001 sq ft

12845 Love Creek Rd, Ben Lomond, CA 95005

Property at 15 Braemoor Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 1 bed, 1 bath

$449,000

1 bed1 bath280 sq ft

15 Braemoor Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Property at 121 Vista Prieta, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, 2 beds, 1 bath

$265,000

2 beds1 bath845 sq ft

121 Vista Prieta, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Property at 4300 Soquel Dl #37, Soquel, CA 95073, 2 beds, 2 baths

$429,500

2 beds2 baths810 sq ft

4300 Soquel Dl #37, Soquel, CA 95073

Property at 265 Brown Gables #10, Ben Lomond, CA 95005, 2 beds, 1 bath

$200,000

2 beds1 bath500 sq ft

265 Brown Gables #10, Ben Lomond, CA 95005

Property at 237 Pacifica Blvd #301, Watsonville, CA 95076, 1 bed, 1 bath

$360,000

1 bed1 bath701 sq ft

237 Pacifica Blvd #301, Watsonville, CA 95076

Property at 2395 Delaware Ave #88, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 3 beds, 2 baths

$268,500

3 beds2 baths1,332 sq ft

2395 Delaware Ave #88, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Santa Cruz County

There are currently 142 cheap homes for sale in Santa Cruz County at a median listing price of $1.25M. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in Santa Cruz County stay on the market for 54 days and receive 1 offers. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Santa Cruz County every 15 minutes.

In the past month, 144 homes have been sold in Santa Cruz County. In addition to houses in Santa Cruz County, there were also 98 condos, 67 townhouses, and 36 multi-family units for sale in Santa Cruz County last month. Find your dream home in Santa Cruz County using the tools above. Use filters to narrow your search by price, square feet, beds, and baths to find homes that fit your criteria. Our top-rated real estate agents in Santa Cruz County are local experts and are ready to answer your questions about properties, neighborhoods, schools, and the newest listings for sale in Santa Cruz County. If you're looking to sell your home in the Santa Cruz County area, our listing agents can help you get the best price. Redfin is redefining real estate and the home buying process in Santa Cruz County with industry-leading technology, full-service agents, and lower fees that provide a better value for Redfin buyers and sellers.

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