174 houses for sale in Lighthouse-West Cliff

Wake up to the sound of crashing waves at 22800 E Cliff, a premier waterfront property sitting directly on the iconic beaches of Santa Cruz. This rare setup features two attached unitseach with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms designed around jaw-dropping, panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from sunrise to sunset. This is the ultimate California beach lifestyle. Start your mornings cruising over to Cat & Cloud for coffee, then spend your day enjoying the epic surf breaks right around your corner. For dinner, choose between local favorites like Suda and Lago di Como, or grab fresh ingredients from the neighborhood butcher shop. Boutiques and the Capitola Mall are just minutes away, keeping everything you need close by. Inside, expansive windows fill every room with beautiful natural light. End your day dining al fresco on the deck, soaking in the sunset and the ocean mist

Welcome to 185 14th Avenue in Santa Cruz, an extraordinary opportunity to own a custom-built coastal retreat overlooking coveted Twin Lakes State Beach and Blacks Beach. Tucked behind a private gate on 14th Avenue, this rare offering delivers the essence of beachfront living, with the sand and surf right out your front door. Inside, refined finishes include hardwood flooring, stone surfaces, radiant heating, and a private three-story elevator for effortless access. The spacious chefs kitchen was designed for both intimate gatherings and large-scale entertaining, featuring abundant counter space, premium appliances, custom cabinetry, and sweeping ocean vistas from the kitchen, main living areas, and primary bedroom. The home also offers a spacious media and recreation room that opens directly onto an expansive ocean-view deck, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. Complete with a secondary prep kitchen and private sauna, this space is ideal for multigenerational living, hosting guest

Tucked away on a quiet residential court in Soquel, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,824 sq ft of versatile living space. Vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring, and two fireplaces add warmth and character, while separate living and dining rooms and a generous family room provide plenty of space to gather and entertain. The kitchen features Corian countertops, a built-in refrigerator, two dishwashers, and a bay window overlooking the backyard. Spacious bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. Outside, enjoy a composite deck, raised garden beds, and an attached two-car garage. Conveniently located near Soquel Village, local parks, schools, shopping, dining, and the coast, with easy freeway access. Discover the space and possibilities waiting for you at 3336 O'Neill Court!

Just Reduced $200K! Properties like this rarely come to market. Built and completely reimagined in 2018, this home sits on a lot held by the same family since 1910 offering a truly special blend of history, craftsmanship, and modern luxury. From the moment you step inside, you are welcomed by sweeping views of the harbor, beach, lighthouse, and the iconic Santa Cruz Boardwalk in the distance. Expansive NanaWalls open the main living space to a wraparound stamped concrete patio, complete with both gas and wood-burning fire pits creating effortless indoor-outdoor living thats perfect for entertaining year-round. The kitchen features a generous island and sleek finishes beautifully contrasted by rich Brazilian teak floors. A flexible Murphy bedroom just off the living room offers the ideal space for guests, a cozy lounge, or a private home office. Upstairs, accessible by stairs or an elevator that covers all levels, you will find dual primary suites and a stunning deck with panoramic ocea

This home is where mid-century modern style meets the natural beauty of the Santa Cruz Mountains. A truly unique retreat tucked away in a highly desirable, intimate community along a quiet loop street beneath majestic redwoods. This thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a contemporary designer aesthetic that sets it apart. Abundant windows bring in beautiful natural light while creating a wonderful connection to the surrounding forest. The inviting interior showcases engineered English oak flooring, beamed ceilings, and a beautifully appointed kitchen with maple butcher-block countertops, stainless steel appliances and a farmhouse sink. Step outside and discover an enchanting setting reflecting the best of mountain living, with low-maintenance landscaping, a sun deck, peaceful pathways and a spacious glass tea house perfect for relaxing. Additional features include a tankless water heater, EV charging and a mini-split system for cooling on warmer days. Enjoy access to a

Move-in ready and beautifully maintained, 27 Pepperwood Way offers comfortable living in Soquel Glen, a desirable 55+ rent-controlled community minutes from Capitola and Santa Cruz beaches. Built in 2017, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers approximately 1,500 square feet of bright, open living space with modern finishes throughout. The kitchen features stone countertops, warm custom cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances, flowing seamlessly into open living and dining areas perfect for entertaining. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with generous space and privacy, while the additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. This home has been meticulously cared for and truly shows like new. Soquel Glen has been family-owned and operated for over 50 years, and that legacy shows in every corner of the community. The grounds are extremely well maintained, with real pride of ownership evident throughout, and residents enjoy a pool, spa, and clu

In Santa Cruz, location drives demand, and 2030 Kinsley Street puts an investor in the heart of the Live Oak lifestyle. This four-unit property offers the flexibility to build a strong rental portfolio or live in one residence while generating income from the other three, with potential access to owner-occupied financing. The property includes three two-bedroom residences and one spacious three-bedroom residence, with current rents totaling $15,995 per month. Each unit has its own garage, adding valuable parking and storage for residents. Three units feature updated dual-pane windows, while all four have newer water heaters and gas ranges. Beyond the numbers, its a location renters want to call home. Shopping, schools, Simpkins Family Swim Center, neighborhood parks, athletic fields, Twin Lakes State Beach, and the Santa Cruz Harbor are all nearby, making daily life easy and giving the property lasting rental appeal. For an investor, its a rare combination: four residences, established

A rare value-add opportunity in the heart of Capitola, just minutes from Capitola Village, the beach, restaurants, and shops. This versatile triplex features three units across two structures, offering multiple possibilities for investors, owner-occupants, or buyers seeking a Capitola second home with rental income. The front building includes a 1-bedroom/1-bath unit and studio/1-bath unit, while a detached 2-bedroom/1-bath residence sits privately toward the rear. The rear unit features in-unit laundry and will be delivered vacant, creating an opportunity to renovate and make it your own while generating income from the other two units. Each unit has its own off-street parking space. Zoned MU-N (Mixed Use, Neighborhood), the property offers intriguing potential for future improvements or redevelopment, subject to City approval. Build equity through renovation, explore the property's longer-term possibilities, or reposition a well-located investment. Adjacent 2-unit property also avail

Rare opportunity to own two detached residences on one property in the heart of Capitola, just minutes from Capitola Village, the beach, restaurants, and shops. Unlike a traditional duplex, each home is its own separate structure, offering exceptional privacy and flexibility with no shared living walls and no one living above or below. Both residences feature 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, an attached 1-car garage, and in-unit laundry. Each has a bedroom and full bath on the ground floor, while upstairs the kitchen opens to the living and dining areas alongside a spacious primary suite. Unit B is enhanced by vaulted ceilings and a private deck, adding to its open and airy feel. Unit A is currently tenant occupied, while Unit B is owner occupied, providing future flexibility for an owner-user. Live in one and rent the other, enjoy a Capitola getaway with built-in income, or add a unique coastal property to your investment portfolio. A special opportunity to enjoy the Capitola lifestyle just

Perched atop a private ridgeline within a gated community, 400 Endlich Drive is more than a home. It is a true Santa Cruz retreat! The drive through natural canyon scenery invites you to leave the workday behind before arriving at 1.45 sun-filled acres, just minutes from central Santa Cruz. Inside, approx. 3,000 square feet pairs striking architecture with modern elegance. Two spacious en-suite bedrooms and 2.5 baths are complemented by additional rooms that adapt beautifully as an additional bedroom, office, or gym. Walls of glass and wraparound decks create an unforgettable treehouse experience, ocean views from the kitchen, living room, primary suite, framing oak canopies, canyon vistas, brilliant sunsets, and open sky. Natural materials, patinated copper accents, art lighting, fireplaces, a remodeled kitchen and spa-inspired primary suite bring warmth and character throughout. Expansive decks, a hot tub, citrus trees, cactus gardens and inviting gathering spaces make entertaining a

Love to golf? This home is located just 1 mile to world-renowned Pasatiempo Golf Course! Catch a wave just 8 min to Steamers Lane! Easy Hwy 17-1 access! This home focuses on comfort, entertaining, & everyday living. With room to gather, unwind, & create the lifestyle you've been looking for. Gorgeous kitchen w/Redwood views, skylights, granite counters, induction stove top & breakfast area! Stunning primary bathroom with a shower skylight! Soaring ceilings, huge skylights & countless windows to bring the light in! A formal dining room, an open living room, a versatile family/media room downstairs with a wine fridge, wet bar & fireplace. Could be a 4th BR; a built-in office space & sunroom! Luxurious private sauna, and a HUGE wine cellar that is ready to become your dream home gym, personal retreat, or ultimate game room. Perfect layout for multi-generational living! The cellar includes a washing station, sink & floor drain; multiple closets & exterior access. Imagine what's possible! E

Welcome to Vista Del Lago on Whispering Pines, one of Scotts Valleys most desirable all-age communities! This beautiful 2022 manufactured home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a bright, open floor plan with a clean, modern feel. Inside, youll find spacious living areas filled with natural light and a thoughtfully designed layout thats perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The primary bedroom includes its own private en-suite bathroom, while the two additional bedrooms offer plenty of flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Enjoy a peaceful community setting while being conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and easy commute access. This newer home is in a fantastic location in Scotts Valley and is a wonderful opportunity you wont want to miss. Come see why this may be one of the best values in town!

This duplex offers a unique combination of space, location, and potential in the heart of Capitola Village. Rarely does a property of this size become available in such a prime location. Enjoy the ultimate Capitola Village lifestyle with the beach, local boutiques, restaurants, and grocery stores just a short stroll away. While being within easy walking distance of the action, the property is positioned just outside the main thoroughfare, providing a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle. This property is an ideal choice for investors or those looking for a versatile living arrangement. While the home retains much of its original charm and is ready for a modern touch, it offers a fantastic blank canvas for a new owner to customize the space and significantly add value. The garage presents a great opportunity, with some TLC, it can be restored to full functionality, providing highly coveted, private off-street parking. The current long-term tenants are happy to stay, offering imme

Located in the Lower Santa Cruz Gardens neighborhood this meticulously maintained, 4bd 2ba home is available for the first time ever! New floors recently installed in the entry room, dining and kitchen. Off the kitchen, you'll step into the living space followed by a sunroom. Next step into a quiet, private oasis featuring a fabulous pool in excellent condition! You have to see this home in person to appreciate every detail!

Beautifully maintained & thoughtfully upgraded, spacious 4-bed, 3-bath home w/ a dedicated office offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, & functionality. Tucked away @ the end of a private cul-de-sac in a highly desirable Midtown location, w/ convenient access to HW 1 & 41st Ave. Shopping, restaurants, microbrews, & beautiful beaches just minutes away. Designed for everyday living and effortless entertaining, the open-concept living, dining, & gourmet kitchen flow seamlessly together, creating an inviting gathering space. The main level features a private office and a full bath, offering flexibility for guests or working from home. A soundproof media room provides the ideal retreat for movie nights, gaming, or music. Quality finishes & thoughtful upgrades are found throughout, including limestone tile flooring, plantation shutters, whole-house surround sound, whole-house attic fan, solar, a water filtration system, & an on-demand water heater. The laundry room includes a utility s

Ideally located with easy access to Highway 1, Capitola Village, grocery stores, boutiques, sandy beaches, and everyday conveniences, this beautifully updated Santa Cruz home offers the best of coastal living with rare flexibility. Set on a huge lot with multiple outdoor living spaces, the property is designed for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, and enjoying the Santa Cruz lifestyle. An outdoor shower adds the perfect touch after a day at the beach, on the trails, or in the garden. Inside, recent updates include freshly refinished floors, new interior and exterior paint, updated bathrooms, and a fully remodeled kitchen. The spacious primary en suite features a convenient kitchenette, offering added flexibility for multigenerational living, extended stays, or private guest accommodations. Two additional bonus flex spaces, each with its own entrance, create even more possibilities for guests, remote work, creative studios, or potential rental income. One flex space also includes acces

Just reduced 201,000! Such a quiet neighborhood of beautiful homes yet just a short walk to Capitola village, Gayles Bakery and of course the beach. This mid century home on a quiet street has just had an extensive upgrade of both home and landscape with beautiful pavers, a natural gas firepit to gather around in the evenings, artificial turf, new fencing, landscape lighting, irrigation and so much more. The home features a new smooth stucco exterior, refinished white oak floors, all new Milgard windows, interior doors, interior and exterior paint, new stainless appliances, recessed lighting, nest thermostat, ring doorbell, security cameras and new electrical panels. Much of the original 1950's charm has been retained in the kitchen and bathrooms. A two car garage and plenty of driveway parking is a rare bonus in Capitola. Inside. Enticing areas in both the front and back yards for relaxing and entertaining. Private backyard with no rear neighbors. Mature producing avocado, orange and

Capitola is rich in central coast history & continues to be a vacation destination for beach living & foodies paradise. This home is 1 of the oldest in Capitola built in 1860. A lot has changed but its location is just a few blocks to the esplanade, dangerously close to Gayles Bakery & close to HWY 1. This 2 bed. 1.5 bath home retains its charm from the past years. But, the Dutch front door, thats where the modern conveniences begin. New wall electric system, new plumbing, thermal pane windows, insulated walls & floors, & hickory flooring bring this home to 2026. The crowning glory of the home is an awe inspiring chefs kitchen that features walnut cabinetry, Wolf gas range, glass door subzero refrigerator/freezer, Shaw farmhouse clay sink, island covered by soapstone countertops & handmade tile backsplash. Generous dining area & custom lighting from artisan Roys Lighting. Upstairs has lots of dormer windows & hickory flooring. Shower & tile in the bathroom complimented by the natural l

Welcome to 930 Rosedale Ave, an all-age community in the heart of Capitola! This rare opportunity is a well-maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with 896 sq ft and a spacious living room! Space rent $890. A quarter of today's rental market! The kitchen features a gas oven/range, microwave, refrigerator, pantry, exhaust fan, ample counter space, and an adjacent eat-in dining area. The home offers carpet and real hardwood flooring, vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet, central forced-air gas heating, Indoor energy-efficient LG electric washer and dryer. Lot includes back patio with redwood fencing. Room for many potted plants or raised beds. Recent improvements include fresh exterior paint, a new roof, new Hardie Board siding and trim, new exterior air vents, updated flexible water and gas service lines, code-compliant water spigots, rerouted internet cable and underground gutter drainage, repaired and painted code-compliant stairs, a repaired carport access door, four new carport awning

Well cared for long time family owned 4-plex in ideal Soquel / Capitola location. New Capitola bridge (walking distance of building) takes you into the heart of Capitola village. Meticulously maintained by owners, each unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath (8 bedrooms / 4 baths total) and 2 access doors on each unit (front door and back door). Semi private enclosed yards, new coin operated washing machine and coin operated dryer in utility room towards back of building. 4 carport parking spots with limited carport storage, and additional onsite uncovered parking. 3 of the 4 units have been remodeled (back unit is townhome style with 2 stories). Long term tenants would all like to remain on property. Current rents are on the low side. Working on additional details. 24 hour notice to show. Square footage of units is an estimate only. Buyer to satisfy themselves with square feet of each unit

Tucked away in the desirable Forest Lakes district is the sweetest mountain cabin in Felton. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is bursting with mountain charm. The home features original knotty pine flooring and kitchen cabinetry, lots of decking for indoor/outdoor living, a functioning wood burning stove (and also a forced air furnace), and a hot tub for the brisk winter nights. More than $20,000 in repairs and improvements including a new 40-gallon water heater and new main electrical panel, make this home move-in ready for its next owner! Forest Lakes has a seasonal pool, playground and community gathering area. The seller is willing to include any furnishings in the sale

On the sand and beautiful Monterey Bay. A private, gated driveway leads to the homes on Potbelly Beach. Launch the kayak and watch the sea life from this delightful home. Here is your ocean sanctuary. The views span east to west. The windows in the living room frame the ocean. There are large sliding doors from the living and dining rooms open to the deck above the beach, with the perfect indoor-outdoor living. Great open flow for entertaining. Numerous updates include lovely mahogany paneled walls, tile floors, wonderful built in dressers and storage, radiant heat, and custom windows and doors. There are two en suites. The primary bedroom has a balcony looking to the sunset. All the bedrooms have their own unique vistas. You are close to all the amenities of Aptos and Capitola. An easy commute location. Here is a place to retreat, to play and enjoy life on the bay

Welcome to this incredible home situated on a spacious corner lot with some of the best views Scotts Valley has to offer. Soaring ceilings and abundant natural light create a bright, open feel that truly brings the outdoors in. Enjoy a beautiful wraparound deck with ample space for entertaining, along with an updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops, refinished cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a skylight. Beautiful wood flooring flows throughout, enhancing the homes warmth and style. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers 5 spacious bedrooms and 4 baths across more than 3,000 sq ft. Additional highlights include wood shutters throughout, a large living room with fireplace and deck access, and a recently redone driveway that adds to the homes curb appeal. The attached 2-car garage provides convenience, while the location offers award-winning Scotts Valley schools. Just 3 minutes to Highway 17 for an easy commute to Silicon Valley or a quick drive to the beach. Excepti

Ideal opportunity to downsize to a luxury single-level home, or perfect opportunity for a first time homebuyer or a 1031 Exchange/Investment property. Nearly-new single family homes at this price point rarely surface in a prime central location; this striking home is a must-see and is within easy reach of Capitola Village, New Brighton State Beach, Soquel Village, Dominican Hospital, and Cabrillo College. Artfully styled and staged, it offers the perfect balance of contemporary design and classic cottage charm. Ideal for buyers seeking move-in ready convenience and a walkable coastal lifestyle, it features high-end finishes throughout, including engineered European White Oak hardwood flooring and a premium kitchen equipped with GE Profile stainless steel appliances. The thoughtful two-bedroom layout provides everyday functional efficiency, with a flexible second bedroom well-suited for guests or a convenient home office, and the enclosed fenced yard and private deck provide space for o