Santa Cruz County, CA homes for sale & real estate

Santa Cruz County, CA Homes for Sale

For decades, this 31-acre property has been a cherished recreational escape for one family, now it is ready for its next chapter. Located along scenic Deer Creek Road, the land offers a mix of sunny ridge tops, shady forest, and serene creek frontage. Per the owner, the property starts before the second bridge and both Deer Creek and Bear Creek flow on the property and typically run year round. Recently, the owner had the brush cleared along the old driveway leading to the family's longtime trailer site. The trailer remains but is in poor condition, awaiting either restoration or removal. Turnouts along the road provide convenient parking, with trails and old roads leading up to several fla

Santa Cruz County, CA Homes for Sale

This is that rare, in-town opportunity to build in Midtown Santa Cruz, an area sought after for its warm Banana Belt weather and convenience to local favs like Akira Sushi, Lillians, Sante Adairius Rustic Ales, and the Midtown Block Parties. And with the 60+ acre Arana Gulch Nature Preserve nearby, you'll enjoy scenic walking and biking trails to the Upper Harbor and Seabright Beach. This table flat and sunny flag lot is nicely tucked back off the street. The property was thoughtfully planned for a custom owner-occupied 4BR/3.5BA residence with an attached 2-car garage and a 1BR ADU. Building permits for this design received City approval in 2025, but for reasons unrelated to the property o

Santa Cruz County, CA Homes for Sale

Are you looking for an all-natural rural area to create something amazing? This private property gets direct sun and nice shade from mixed fruit trees, redwoods, and more. A small seasonal creek, fenced horse areas, a horse stall and hay barn offer a space of possibility. Price reduction made in reflection to the landscaping needs and demo needed to have the red tag on the main structure removed. Close to the city, specifically minutes from Chaminade & a hospital, this tucked away, unique property, awaits you. The existing structures are being given no value. The county restricts the main structure and all existing structures being used as a liveable home. An old survey map is availab

Santa Cruz County, CA Homes for Sale

Tucked into the hills of Aptos, this 4.28-acre parcel rises gently from the street into a peaceful, tree-lined setting surrounded by natural beauty. Zoned RA (Residential Agricultural), the property offers a rare canvas for your dream home, with preliminary drawings already prepared for a 2-bedroom-plus-office single-family residence. Potential access to city water is available through the Central Water District, adding practical appeal to the setting. Just minutes from Aptos Village and Aptos High School, with easy access to local shopping, dining, and the beaches of Santa Cruz County, this hillside retreat offers the best of both worlds: privacy among the trees and convenience nearby. Onc