Boulder Creek Homes under $1.5 million

Nestled in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Boulder Creek, California, is a hidden gem that beautifully blends nature and community. This charming town, just a short drive from the bustling city of Santa Cruz, offers a serene escape with its lush redwood forests, picturesque rivers, and a vibrant local culture. Known for its friendly atmosphere and strong sense of community, Boulder Creek is the perfect place for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone looking to embrace a laid-back lifestyle.

The neighborhood is characterized by its eclectic mix of homes, many of which are nestled among towering trees and scenic landscapes. For those seeking a slice of this enchanting area, there are numerous homes available for under $1.5 million. These properties offer a range of options, from cozy cabins with rustic charm to modern homes designed for comfortable living. Each residence captures the essence of Boulder Creek, providing a peaceful retreat while still being close to local amenities.

Living in Boulder Creek means embracing an outdoor lifestyle, with countless hiking trails, parks, and recreational activities just moments from your doorstep. The town also boasts a quaint downtown area filled with unique shops, delightful eateries, and community events that foster a strong neighborhood spirit. Whether you’re sipping coffee at a local café or exploring the nearby redwood trails, Boulder Creek is a place where you can truly connect with nature and community.

Discover your dream home in Boulder Creek today, and experience the perfect blend of tranquility and charm in this beautiful California haven.

Newest Boulder Creek Homes under $1.5 million

$849,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82062586 MLS

Tucked away on a half-acre lot, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers privacy and space close to downtown Boulder Creek and the San Lorenzo River. The open floor plan features hardwood floors, a gas fireplace, and a primary bedroom with a private balcony. Outside, enjoy established fruit trees, a welcoming front porch, fire pit, outdoor cooking area, and plenty of room to garden. A versatile outbuilding provides additional space, while the large paved driveway offers room for an RV or boat. Equipped with a Tesla Powerwall, this home is ready for your personal touches with a little TLC.

12465 Lorenzo AVE, Boulder Creek

Listed by Guy Giuffre, 831-566-5430 from Compass
(If provided) CoList: from

$598,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82064934 MLS

This beautifully designed redwood home is nestled along the San Lorenzo River in Boulder Creek. Set in the scenic Santa Cruz Mountains, this charming home blends rustic character with thoughtful design, offering a peaceful retreat just minutes from town. Inside, the spacious living and dining areas feature warm wood paneling and a cozy fireplace, creating an inviting gathering space. The primary bedroom connects to a flexible bonus room ideal for an office, nursery, or studio, while both bedrooms open onto a private deck with serene views of redwoods and lush greenery. Enjoy rare creek frontage, where the calming sounds of Boulder Creek enhance the home's tranquil setting. Located within walking distance to downtown Boulder Creek, you'll find local favorites including an organic grocery store, Joe's Bar, and Scopazzi's Restaurant. Outdoor enthusiasts will love nearby Big Basin Redwoods and Castle Rock State Parks, offering miles of scenic trails among ancient redwoods. Families also value the excellent small-town elementary school serving grades K5. With an easy commute to the Bay Area via Highway 9 or Bear Creek Road, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquility, history, and accessibility, an inviting retreat in one of the Santa Cruz Mountains' most beloved communities.

12 Haven LN, Boulder Creek

Listed by Mark Von Kaenel, 408-568-6602 from KW Bay Area Estates
(If provided) CoList: Jason D'amico from KW Bay Area Estates

$1,225,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82063516 MLS

Aptly named, this sunny home on Sunbeam Avenue in Boulder Creek will warm your heart. Situated on a huge, sun-drenched 16,000+ SqFt lot in a beautiful wooded neighborhood, this midcentury marvel is brimming with opportunity. There's plenty of room for multi-generational or multi-family living scenarios. It has a large main house (over 3000 SqFt) with four bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a wood-burning stove, hardwood floors, plus a formal dining room and expansive living room. The property includes a detached cottage with an open concept, including a kitchen, bathroom, and sunroom. It also has a two-car garage and ample off-street parking on site. The home is located close to Highway 9. Shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation are just minutes away. Act fast before this opportunity sunsets. Schedule a viewing today.

345 Sunbeam AVE, Boulder Creek

Listed by Katie Keeler, 831-588-6959 from eXp Realty of California Inc
(If provided) CoList: Justin Valdez from eXp Realty of California Inc

$220,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82064584 MLS

18285 China Grade RD 14, Boulder Creek

Listed by Heidi Hart, (831) 247-9410 from California Dreaming
(If provided) CoList: Heidi Hart from California Dreaming

$965,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82061737 MLS

Incredible mountain views and unique mid-century modern style architecture sets this Boulder Creek golf course home apart. The well equipped kitchen offers ample tile counters and generous storage, ideal for entertaining and easily accommodating a home chef. The adjoining dining space is ideal for hosting guests for a delicious meal, while an attached flex space offers options for a home office, study, library, or craft space. The primary bedroom is generously sized, with a forested outlook, an ensuite bath, and a large walk in closet. Three levels of expansive decking wrap the back of the home, offering abundant space to take in the cool mountain air and surrounding views. Downtown Boulder Creek is just 8 minutes away, with a welcoming small town feel, a local swimming hole, and shops. The Boulder Creek Golf and Country Club is just a minute away, and Highway 9 offers easy access to Saratoga and Santa Cruz.

171 Tradewinds DR, Boulder Creek

Listed by The Madani Team, 831-234-6683 from Room Real Estate
(If provided) CoList: from

$829,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82064545 MLS

Set among the redwoods, this home pairs comfort and charm with natural beauty. Large windows fill the space with light and frame views of the surrounding forest, while wood floors, a cozy fireplace, spacious bedrooms, and updated bathrooms add warmth throughout. A clawfoot soaking tub overlooks the trees, and bright, welcoming interiors create an inviting setting inside and out. Comfortable gathering areas and thoughtful details complete the interior. The home is equipped with a generator, A/C, and whole-home water filtration. Two parcels total approx. 1/2 acre and include a spacious yard, an expansive deck for dining al fresco and entertaining, and a hot tub the ideal spot for watching the starry sky. A finished detached bonus space is suited for a home office or studio. Enjoy easy access to Boulder Creek Golf Course, with a clubhouse restaurant nearby, and just minutes from downtown Boulder Creek and all that it offers including locally owned restaurants, health food stores, and major commute routes.

625 Nottingham WAY, Boulder Creek

Listed by The Madani Team, 831.247.2299 from Room Real Estate
(If provided) CoList: from

$589,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82064443 MLS

Welcome to this beautifully updated, move-in-ready cottage offering the perfect blend of modern comfort and convenient stroll to town. Situated on a flat, sun-drenched lot, this charming two-bedroom home is flooded with natural light and designed for effortless living. Sunlit living room features impressive high ceilings and large windows that frame the sunny surroundings. A bright, cheerful kitchen updated with modern finishes. Two private bedrooms offer a peaceful retreat. Bathroom highlights a classic vanity paired with timeless penny tile, a large medicine cabinet and a spacious shower with a sleek sliding glass door. Equipped with a new septic system that is fully permitted and signed off; home has city amenities including natural gas. Second parcel APN 082-055-09.

14551 W Park AVE, Boulder Creek

Listed by Cynthia Lester, 831-234-0107 from CENTURY 21 Masters
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,298,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82064420 MLS

"Two Tickets to Paradise" !!! Imagine two homes each with one car garages on a flat sunny third acre in downtown Boulder Creek ! Nothing like this ever comes , and it doesn't get any better. Fully fenced gated property drenched in sunshine, making the ideal farmer gardeners sanctuary. Larger second home on back lot has a back alley access of its own. Dual pane windows, newer roofs and furnace. both homes are two bedroom two bath, front home is approximately 858 sq. feet with furnace and AC, rear house is approx.1327 sq.feet with newer furnace all on natural gas! There is so much room to spread out and expand or just leave as it is. Fabulous opportunity for woodworkers contractors hobbyist and gear heads, this is a place for someone needing room for those projects. Abundant space for RV boat or other large vehicles. Save gas and just walk into town for shopping dining and school, all safely inside your fenced sunny compound. Live in security and paradise without being miles up a winding dark rural road. Strategic commute location to Scotts Valley 17 and Santa Cruz, Silicon Valley via Bear Creek road or Highway nine through Saratoga. Absolute ideal living situation with space & privacy whether for multi family living, or rent one and enjoy some income! Move in and be happy forever!

Highway 9, Boulder Creek

Listed by Gordon Rudy, 408-316-5975 from Schwarzbach Associates
(If provided) CoList: from

$599,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82064175 MLS

Set on just under half an acre with beautiful sun exposure, this 3 bed/2 bath home offers an opportunity to create something special. Bring your creative vision and your contractor to unlock its potential. Conveniently located just minutes from Boulder Creek Golf Course and downtown Boulder Creek, youll enjoy easy access to local restaurants including Scopazzis and River Dogs, grocery stores, shops, and everyday amenities. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby hiking and mountain biking trails, while commuters benefit from convenient access to Silicon Valley via Bear Creek Road or the scenic Highway 9 corridor.

380 Ridge DR, Boulder Creek

Listed by The Madani Team, 831-234-6683 from Room Real Estate
(If provided) CoList: from

$629,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82062114 MLS

Welcome to this charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home resting on 0.207 acres. A welcoming front porch greets you at the door, a lovely spot to enjoy a glass of wine while soaking in the sunset. Inside, oversized windows invite gorgeous natural light to drift through the living space, and a cozy fireplace sets the scene for curling up with a good book. Out back, the yard is a gentle place to savor your morning coffee while the native wildlife wakes up. Those with a green thumb will love the terraced yard, along with mature fruit producing trees including apple, fig, plum, persimmon, and Meyer lemon. Updated landscaping adds soft curb appeal, and the circular driveway provides plenty of parking. Commuting is straightforward, with Bear Creek Road and Highway 9 leading toward Silicon Valley. Locally owned restaurants, including longtime favorite Scopazzis, are close by, and world class hiking and mountain biking trails are easy to reach.

240 Ridge DR, Boulder Creek

Listed by The Madani Team, 831-234-6683 from Room Real Estate
(If provided) CoList: from

$499,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82062115 MLS

Offering ample parking, abundant sunshine, and a great commute location, this 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home is ready for its new owners. The flat, usable land receives plenty of sun, making it ideal for gardening. Set among the redwoods, the home offers a private escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Enjoy easy access to downtown Boulder Creek and all it has to offer, including local favorites like Scopazzis, health food stores, and nightlife. Outdoor recreation such as hiking and mountain biking is close by, and Highway 9 provides a scenic commute to Silicon Valley. Recent upgrades include a newly installed roof, fresh interior and exterior paint, and refinished bamboo floors.

205 Buena Vista AVE, Boulder Creek

Listed by The Madani Team, 831-234-6683 from Room Real Estate
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,200,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82060220 MLS

Rare multi-residence mountain retreat set above the San Lorenzo River on approximately 2.2 picturesque acres, offering river views, dynamic outdoor spaces, and exceptional layout flexibility. The property features two distinct residential structures (identified as 17273 and 17275 Highway 9), ideal for buyers seeking extended-family living, a multigenerational setup, or a versatile mountain sanctuary. While public records reflect a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom main residence of approximately 1,753 sq. ft., the physical property expands well beyond, featuring additional bedrooms, bathrooms, lower-level living areas, and studio-style flexible spaces. Outdoor features include a sweeping deck overlooking the river, multiple storage structures, two barns, three horse pens, complete fencing, and usable terrain throughout. Notable recent updates include a new roof on one residence and fresh roof repairs on the other. Property is marketed based on its current physical configuration. Public records may not reflect all structures, improvements, or square footage present; buyers are encouraged to verify all details to explore the full potential of this unique property.

17275 Highway 9, Boulder Creek

Listed by Amy Walker, 831-566-0016 from PMI Santa Cruz
(If provided) CoList: from

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