Why Winter Is A Great Time to Buy A Home in Santa Cruz

Now that we’re well into November, are you starting to lose hope in your Santa Cruz home search?

Think again.

Even with Santa Cruz’s mild temperatures and gorgeous year-round landscaping, it seems as though sellers and buyers alike choose to hit pause on their real estate journeys until springtime rolls around. The holiday season often puts a stall on the Santa Cruz real estate market, but this can mean more opportunity for the determined and flexible buyer.

While there may be less inventory available, winter can be an ideal time to buy in Santa Cruz; you might just find your dream home at the right price.

If you’re planning to halt your Santa Cruz real estate search until the new year, here are just a few reasons to reconsider.

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100 zanzibar drive, aptos CA

Seascape Elegance

This gracious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Aptos is surrounded by mature trees and easy-care landscaping. The front door opens to an elegant living room with a dramatic wood-burning fireplace with a custom mantle, hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, recessed lights, and oversized windows framing the trees outside.

Steps lead up to an airy, open great room that combines family/dining/kitchen areas. There are hardwood floors throughout, an angled ceiling with a skylights and ceiling fan, more recessed lighting, and a trio of French doors and windows opening to the spacious patio outside. Echoing the different levels inside, the patio has wide, graceful steps between several levels, a patio set up for outdoor dining and entertaining,…

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Community Spotlight: Seascape

 

Looking for a change of scenery?

Just south of Rio del Mar lies the coastal gem of Seascape, along with its gorgeous selection of elegant homes bordering the beachfront.

If you dream of waking up to sprawling ocean views and vibrant greenbelt parkways, Seascape real estate was made for you.

These lavish Seascape homes for sale present the rare opportunity to revel in West Coast beauty, while maintaining convenient distance to every amenity you might desire, including top-rated restaurants, golf courses, grocery stores, and schools.

Gorgeous Seascape Real Estate

Boasting the largest inventory of beachfront homes in the entire Santa Cruz region, Seascape homes for sale are the perfect solution for those seeking the everpresent…

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Seacliff Beach Getaway

This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo is in a great location near Seacliff State Beach, conveniently close to Highway 1 and Aptos cafés, stores, and restaurants. The living/dining room features easy-care laminate floors.

A fireplace with a brick hearth and arched frame add warmth to the room, while an angled two-story ceiling adds light and a feeling of space. The dining area looks through sliding doors to the fenced private patio and includes an alcove with built-in shelves and a discreet desk set-up that can be tucked away when not in use.

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Sleek Design Features & A Highly Livable Floorplan

The well-lit kitchen has clean white cabinets and appliances, contrasting with sleek granite…

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1109 Sutherland Lane, Capitola CA 

Eco-friendly Elegance

This second-story Capitola condo is on a sunny, private corner over a two-car shared garage and surrounded by quiet streets and well-maintained landscaping. A spacious deck with plenty of room for container gardening and extra entertaining frames the entrance.

Inside, skylights and windows with plantation shutters add natural light to the living room, playing off the recessed lights and warm, new cork floors. A ceiling fan circulates the ocean breezes.

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Wonderfully Elegant Interior Features

The open kitchen/dining area adjacent to the living room has a dining nook and separate breakfast bar, custom Sequoia wood cabinets (including several with glass doors that surround built-in wine…

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2607 Willowbrook Lane, Aptos CA

Modern Aptos Condo

This attractive 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo in Aptos is full of special touches that make the most of the space and setting. The open living/dining room has laminate floors, a dramatic angled ceiling that extends to the second floor, and light from many sources: large windows, sliding doors to a deck, skylights, and recessed lights.

A cozy gas fireplace nestles in its tile hearth, warming both the living and dining rooms from two sides.

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Incredible Interior Features Throughout

The kitchen has bright white cabinets, offset by concrete counters and sleek stainless appliances, including an under-cabinet microwave to free up more counter space. The kitchen opens to the dining room and has a…

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I understand—it's easy to fall in love with Santa Cruz.

For me, it's the amazing beaches and ocean views that make this a great place to own a home, but I'm always surprised by the seemingly endless list of reasons that people have for staying here.

Whether it's touring our local surf spots, or the wineries nestled in redwood-covered hills, there's something for everyone in Santa Cruz. So, it's no surprise that out-of-town buyers are increasingly looking to Santa Cruz for that dream vacation home.

If this sounds like you, let's take a moment to put aside dreams of family BBQs, sightseeing trips, and lazy beach days.

Buying a second property is an important decision, so here are three questions that you should consider before buying a Santa…

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6 Great Fall Events in Santa Cruz 2018

October is almost here, which means apple cider and pumpkin spice are everywhere you turn. With autumn officially upon us, it’s time to settle in to some cozy fall-centered activities.

If your calendar is currently lacking autumnal spirit, the Santa Cruz community has you covered. Here are 6 great fall events in Santa Cruz 2018 for you and your family to enjoy.

1. Farm Fest October 2018

When: October 6th from 3-6PM

Where: Costanoa Commons Farm

Farm fun awaits you at the Costanoa Commons Farm…

Costanoa Commons Farm welcomes the Santa Cruz community to Farm Fest 2018: an afternoon filled with friends, food, drink and music.

Perfect for kids, Farm Fest offers face-painting and art projects in the creativity barn, along with tours of…

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La Selva Beach

Welcome to the gorgeous oasis of La Selva Beach, an outstandingly scenic slice of paradise in Santa Cruz County, California. A public beach, this sandy bank has become a beloved spot amongst locals and visitors alike, but despite its favored status has remained wonderfully tranquil and pristine. The beach is known for its gentle surf, breathtaking sunsets, wildlife, and scattered coastal homes and attractions in this well-preserved stretch of California coastline. Close to parks, vast deep forests, cascading hills, and farmlands that sweep you back in time, the area is a canvas of gold, green, and azure. It is truly a portrait of Central California's natural and inherent beauty, reminding us all of the most coveted lifestyle that so many come looking…

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118 Santa Cruz Ave, Aptos CA

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to own this charming cottage-style home in a great Seacliff neighborhood! Perfectly located close to transit, restaurants, and the beach, this beautiful could be the perfect year-round residence or part-time getaway.

About The Home

This 864 Sq. Ft. home offers a simple, one-level floorplan with two bedrooms and one bathroom. As you step through the front door you’ll be welcomed into the living room, featuring laminate flooring and a flagstone rock fireplace. Making your way to the kitchen, you’ll find a modern gas range, tiled flooring, and clean cabinetry. Adjacent to the kitchen is the dining area with some additional storage and backyard views.

Moving past the dining area, you’ll come to the spacious…

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