Santa Cruz County Homes with Bay View

Welcome to Santa Cruz County, California, where coastal beauty meets vibrant community living! Nestled along the stunning Central Coast, Santa Cruz is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, charming neighborhoods, and a rich cultural scene. Whether you’re drawn to the sun-kissed beaches, majestic redwood forests, or the lively downtown area, Santa Cruz offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and urban convenience.

One of the most enchanting features of this area is the availability of homes with breathtaking bay views. Imagine waking up each day to the gentle sound of waves crashing against the shore, with panoramic vistas of the sparkling Monterey Bay right outside your window. These homes not only provide a serene escape but also a daily reminder of the natural beauty that surrounds you.

Santa Cruz is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering an array of activities such as surfing, hiking, and biking along scenic coastal trails. The vibrant local culture is highlighted by its eclectic shops, delicious farm-to-table dining options, and a calendar full of events, from farmers' markets to art festivals. Families will appreciate the excellent schools and community spirit that define this coastal gem.

With its captivating views, rich history, and a lifestyle that embraces both relaxation and adventure, Santa Cruz County is more than just a place to live—it's a place to thrive. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cottage or a modern home with sweeping bay views, you’ll find a welcoming community that feels like home. Come discover the charm of Santa Cruz, where every day is a new opportunity to embrace the coastal lifestyle!

Newest Santa Cruz County Homes with Bay View

$3,950,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82065046 MLS ⋅ Pajaro Dunes BLDG.

Where modern luxury meets the sea. Designed for effortless indoor/outdoor living, this home captures panoramic ocean views from Santa Cruz to the Monterey Peninsula. Sweeping ocean vistas fill the expansive deck, chef's kitchen, living room and luxurious top-floor primary suite, where a private balcony, sitting area and full bay window create a spectacular retreat. Wake to dolphins, whales and seabirds, unwind to the sound of waves, or take your morning meetings with the Pacific as your backdrop. Recently transformed by a nearly $2M renovation, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is in truly like-new condition, combining privacy, impeccable quality, high-end design and generous living space. A private walkway leads directly to a sandy beach, just steps from the ocean- perfect for long walks and endless play. Set within a gated community with pickleball/tennis courts, basketball courts and an on-site fire station. The home also enjoys the rare advantage of being oceanfront without the high-risk flood zone designation. With the potential for short-term rental income, the property offers the added opportunity to generate revenue when not in use. Just over an hour from Silicon Valley, this is more than a 2nd home- its an escape to an extraordinary way of life, at the edge of the Pacific.

20 Plover CIR, Watsonville

Listed by Amy Kroeger, 831-204-1455 from Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
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$3,213,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82064474 MLS

Spectacular ocean views take center stage in this one of a kind Upper Westside Santa Cruz home, where Mid-century and Art Deco influences come together in a striking mix of style, character, and original design. With over 3,500 square feet, this home is anything but ordinary. Soaring ceilings, an expansive wall of windows to capture the view, and unique details create an incredible sense of space, while original design elements throughout give the home a personality rarely found in today's construction. Every room has something unexpected, from the dramatic living spaces to the distinctive kitchen, dining areas, and beautifully detailed bathrooms. The gorgeous deck provides a front row seat to sweeping views of the ocean and Santa Cruz coastline, creating an incredible backdrop for outdoor dining, gatherings, or simply taking it all in. Set back from the street, the property enjoys an unexpected level of peace and quiet. Beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces add another dimension to this special property. This home is a rare combination of breathtaking views, bold design, original character, and a peaceful Upper Westside location.

627 High ST, Santa Cruz

Listed by Monica Lussier, 408-472-2414 from Compass
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$10,000,000

ML82059302 MLS

Introducing Valencia Meadows, a rare collection of seven estate homesites set across approximately 74 acres in the rolling hills of Aptos. Individual parcels range from approximately 6.3 to 23 acres, offering remarkable scale, privacy, and flexibility for the creation of custom residences in a naturally beautiful setting. The thoughtfully planned community includes a private internal road network, individual well and septic infrastructure, and designated residential development areas integrated into the existing topography. Open meadows, mature trees, ridgelines, and protected natural areas give each homesite a distinct sense of place while preserving the character of the land. Located at 700 Valencia School Road, Valencia Meadows offers the tranquility of country living within easy reach of Aptos Village, Highway 1, local beaches, Nisene Marks State Park, and the greater Santa Cruz coastline. With only seven homesites across approximately 74 acres, Valencia Meadows presents an uncommon opportunity to create a private California estate surrounded by space, scenery, and the natural beauty of the Aptos hills.

Aptos

Listed by Jakki Harlan, 650-465-2180 from Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
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$10,000,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82059181 MLS

700 Valencia School RD, Aptos

Listed by Jakki Harlan, 650-465-2180 from Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
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$4,875,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ ML82064218 MLS

Extraordinary quiet, expansive coastal views, and two separate residences define this private Santa Cruz estate on more than six acres. The main residence offers over 5,100 square feet, balancing warmth, natural surroundings, and distinctive Japanese craftsmanship. Designed to embrace its elevated setting, the home captures sweeping coastline views while offering an uncommon sense of seclusion. A separate second residence provides flexibility for extended-stay guests, a caretaker, additional income, or a dedicated space apart from the main home. Privacy here is both natural and intentional. Significant investments in security and technology are thoughtfully integrated, while robust connectivity provides the infrastructure to operate a business, work remotely, or manage a demanding professional life from home. The result is a property that feels removed from the pace of everyday life without sacrificing connection. Just six minutes from Highway 1 via an easy, accessible road, the estate combines acreage, coastal views, security, connectivity, and extraordinary quiet. Set above Chaminade, it offers exceptional seclusion with convenient access to Silicon Valley and San Francisco. Close enough to stay connected. Secluded enough to retreat.

260 Castle DR, Santa Cruz

Listed by Monica Lussier, 408-472-2414 from Compass
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$2,774,500

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82064096 MLS

Luxurious private Soquel estate on 5 acres nestled in a peaceful setting overlooking Hidden Valley and Monterey Bay. This beautifully maintained executive entertainers home lives like an upscale resort, featuring hardwood floors, radiant heating, dumbwaiter, extensive granite and stone, an oversized garage, and walls of windows showcasing ocean and valley views throughout. The gourmet kitchen is a chefs paradise, opening to a stunning great room with vaulted ceilings and French doors leading to your outdoor living sanctuary. The primary suite captures spectacular views and sunsets & features an oversized tub, walk-in closet, & separate laundry. Downstairs can easily function as a separate guest area with its own access. Enjoy the ambiance of the resort-style pool and spa with cascading waterfalls, BBQ area, fenced meadow, gardens, mature oaks and fruit trees, plus abundant deer and wildlife. Ample parking includes room for RVs and trailers. The gently rolling property offers exceptional privacy and potential for horses, vineyard, gardens, or whatever you dream. End-of-road privacy yet only minutes to Capitola, beaches, shopping, and restaurants.

310 Hidden Valley RDG, Soquel

Listed by Erika Reid, 831-212-0240 from Bailey Properties
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$2,199,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82063720 MLS

Set on 3.3 private, fully fenced & gated acres, 377 Rider Ridge is a soulful Santa Cruz retreat where ocean & redwood views, modern comfort and a true homestead lifestyle come together. The light-filled 4BR main home features soaring ceilings & walls of windows that immerse you in the surrounding landscape. Outside, an established orchard of 80+ fruit trees, vegetable garden, chicken coops, apiary, automated irrigation & winding pathways create an extraordinary connection to the land. Thoughtful improvements include Tesla solar + 3 Powerwalls, dual-zone smart HVAC, upgraded electrical, high-speed internet, extensive drainage, retaining & hillside improvements, expanded parking and significantly increased usable land. A beautifully refreshed 650 SF guest house offers space for guests, extended family or a private office. Additional investment in defensible space, extensive vegetation management & property-wide water access complements the home's location within a recognized Firewise community. Peaceful & private yet connected, with easy access to Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, the beach & Silicon Valley. A rare opportunity to live closer to nature without giving up modern convenience.

377 Rider Ridge RD, Santa Cruz

Listed by Kimberly Ward, 831-238-7981 from Compass
(If provided) CoList: Shawndy Linquist from Compass

$1,030,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82062928 MLS ⋅ Pajaro Dunes North Assoc BLDG.

White Water, Ocean View, Bright Southern Exposure at enviable Shorebirds, Pajaro Dunes. A private, gated community located in So. Santa Cruz on the longest, pristine beach in the county. This is a 2BD & 2BA second level condo that is easily ramp accessible from the parking lot. Some upgrades to this home include newer kitchen granite counter tops, GE refrigerator, washer & dryer, retextured ceilings in the main living area. It's ready to walk in and enjoy your new beach front home. You can go fishing from the beach, take a long beach walk, go boogie boarding in the waves, play pickle ball, tennis or basketball on the courts and then enjoy cooking dinner with the propane BBQ on the view deck. The fireplace in an electrical heating insert. The TVs are included along with the appliances, furniture (most) and window coverings. Shorebirds is located in a postcard perfect location, between S.C. and Monterey. It is delightfully remote yet close to fine dining, famous surf spots, world renowned golf links, shopping, Monterey Aquarium, Fisherman's Wharf, and the S.C. Beach Boardwalk. The Shorebirds condos may be used as vacation rentals, long term rentals, a primary home or just keep it for your personal use. Shorebirds is a pet friendly community. Homeowner's pets (2) are welcome!

101 Shell DR 287, La Selva Beach

Listed by Gail Cruse, 831-227-9008 from Sotheby's International Realty
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$1,850,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82062808 MLS

Here you don't just get a glimpse of the ocean - you get the full show. This Rio del Mar contemporary home sits farther out than the rest on the street, offering sweeping Monterey Bay and coastline views from nearly every room. With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 2,937 square feet on a quiet cul-de-sac, its as spacious as it is stunning. The kitchen is a true conversation starter, featuring hardwood and copper inlays, a six-burner gas range, pot filler, Miele dishwasher, and a large island with a prep sink. Hardwood floors run throughout. The primary suite boasts its own fireplace, walk-in closet, built-ins, and a view right from bed. Two guest rooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath, while the fourth bedroom easily transforms into an upstairs office. A separate family room opens to view decks, a hot tub, and lush terraced gardens with mature fruit trees. Extras include a 10kW Generac whole-house generator, whole-house water filter, two-car garage, and carport. Just minutes to Rio del Mar Beach, Aptos Village, Seascape, and scenic trails - this one truly stands apart.

442 Vista Del Mar DR, Aptos

Listed by Jessica Cooper, 831-345-0466 from Lighthouse Realty
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$2,900,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82061410 MLS

Imagine waking up to the Pacific on the horizon from every window of this reimagined Mediterranean retreat. Blending high-end finishes with a layout that feels both expansive and intimate, this home captures the essence of coastal living. The living room welcomes you with soaring vaulted ceilings, rich oak flooring, and a gas fireplace the perfect spot to unwind after a day on the water. At the heart of the home, the chefs kitchen shines with crisp white cabinetry, new quartz countertops, and a premium Thor range. The upper level is thoughtfully designed for privacy; the primary suite serves as a true sanctuary with its own sunroom, dedicated study, and a glass-walled bathroom, while additional bedrooms sit on the opposite side of the landing. Versatility defines this property, featuring a 620 sqft, one-bedroom ADU perfect for guests, rental income, or multi-generational living. Both the main residence and the ADU feature their own private decks to soak in the salt air. The outdoor backyard space is equally impressive with a new paver patio, an outdoor shower, and room for RV parking. Perfectly positioned near the vibrant dining of Aptos Village, the trails of Nisene Marks Park, and the beaches of Seacliff and Rio Del Mar, this is the coastal lifestyle you've been waiting for.

7433 Mesa DR, Aptos

Listed by Ray Conti, 831-234-2612 from Coldwell Banker Realty
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$4,250,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82062183 MLS ⋅ Pajaro Dunes BLDG.

Between Strawberry Fields and the Deep Blue Sea.Pajaro Dunes sits where two of California's great bounties meet: strawberry fields roll up to the dunes,and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary stretches out in front in constant motion:commuting gray whales and humpbacks, sea lions and pelicans working the bait balls,rafting sea otters watching dolphin ride waves. So close to nature but not so far away from the vibrant tech and creative 21st Century energy of the Central Coast Set directly on the beach, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath home offers privacy, comfort and sweeping views from Monterey to Santa Cruz. Any closer and you'll be surfing with the whales. Two oceanfront primary suites each have a king bed, private bath and deck access.Fall asleep to technicolor sunsets and barking sea lions; wake to the sound of the surf. A third bedroom has two twins and its own bath.The fourth has a private entrance and bath,ideal for families and groups. The rebuilt oceanfront deck is made for coastal living:read a book,have a drink,socialize.An enclosed patio adds another place to gather and throw freshest salmon,halibut and tuna on the barbie.Recent upgrades include a new roof,the rebuilt deck,a re-shingled patio and fully remodeled baths,all with the home's classic beachfront charm intact.

98 Cormorant WAY, Watsonville

Listed by Alex Johnson, 831-234-5754 from David Lyng Real Estate
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$1,298,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82059765 MLS

Perched on top of the world, Split Rail Ranch offers a rare blend of panoramic beauty, privacy, and country living. Set on nearly 13 acres, this distinctive hexagon dome home captures sweeping views across the vineyards to the Monterey Bay coastline. The 1,444-square-foot home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, an open kitchen and living area, vaulted ceilings, loft spaces, large double pane windows, and a central pyramid-shaped fireplace. Central heating and air conditioning provide year-round comfort. The property includes a large workshop with storage, separate guest bedroom with stunning views, outdoor bathroom, outdoor kitchen, two-car garage with utility/storage room, custom rock koi pond, and steel gazebo with ceiling fan and curtains, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. A gardener's delight, 13 acres provide a spring and a well, extensive fencing, garden potential, and majestic mature redwoods. The currently leased vineyard, part of the original Split Rail Vineyard, produces award-winning Chardonnay and Pinot Noir featured in Food & Wine and Decanter magazines. An automatic generator adds peace of mind.

1580 Tindall Ranch RD, Watsonville

Listed by Britt Haselton, 831-234-0818 from Haselton Properties
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