35 Years of Local Expertise
Santa Cruz County Areas
From the redwood-backed valleys to the beachfront villages — I know every neighborhood in Santa Cruz County and what makes each one special.
Find Your Neighborhood
Santa Cruz County is a collection of distinct communities — each with its own character, price range, and lifestyle. Select an area to learn more.
Established neighborhoods with a quiet, wooded character — beloved for their proximity to Forest of Nisene Marks and a relaxed community feel just minutes from the beach.
Direct ocean access across Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties — from sandy beach communities to dramatic bluff-top estates.
Some of the most desirable beachfront and beach-close properties in the county, ranging from casual coastal bungalows to elegant bluff-top estates.
A vibrant stretch of coastline blending the charm of Capitola Village, the surf culture of Pleasure Point, and the accessibility of Live Oak’s residential neighborhoods.
The heart of the county — a diverse, walkable city anchored by UC Santa Cruz, the iconic Boardwalk, and a rich mix of historic Victorians, surf cottages, and modern urban homes.
An ideal Silicon Valley commuter community nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains — highly rated schools, newer construction, and easy access to both Highway 17 and downtown Santa Cruz.
A serene corridor of redwood towns — Boulder Creek, Ben Lomond, and Felton — offering a true mountain escape with creekside cabins and forested properties at more accessible price points.
The agricultural south county — a landscape of apple orchards, berry farms, and rolling hills where rural properties, equestrian estates, and larger parcels offer exceptional value and space.
Hyperlocal Knowledge You Can’t Google
Santa Cruz County isn’t a single market — it’s dozens of micro-markets stacked against each other. Knowing that one street in Rio del Mar commands a $300,000 premium over the street behind it isn’t something you find on Zillow. It comes from being here.
“I’ve been doing real estate here for 35 years. I know which streets flood, which neighborhoods have the best schools, and where the market is heading next.”
— Walter Stauss, DRE #01105052