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Safest Neighborhoods in Santa Cruz County, CA

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    Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley

    Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley, Royal Oaks, is nestled between Aptos and Watsonville. Visit Castro Adobe State Historic Park and Scott County Park. Homes include ranch and Craftsman styles. Aptos High School is highly rated.

    • Average Value

      $1.69M

    • List Price

      $235K - $898K

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      1 Listing

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    Day Valley

    Day Valley in Royal Oaks combines rural tranquility with Monterey Bay views. It features Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, local wineries, and highly rated schools. The area offers diverse home styles and equestrian properties.

    • Average Value

      $1.63M

    • List Price

      $314K - $6.6M

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      2 Listings

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    Carbonera

    Carbonera in Santa Cruz offers mountainous views and beach proximity. This sunny area features mid-20th century homes near De Laveaga Park. Highly rated schools and nearby downtown amenities attract families and commuters.

    • Average Value

      $1.62M

    • List Price

      $177K - $798K

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      2 Listings

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    Pajaro Dunes

    Pajaro Dunes in Royal Oaks is a secluded beachfront community between the Pajaro River and Monterey Bay. Residents enjoy pristine beaches, water activities, and stunning views at Palm Beach State Park and Sunset State Beach.

    • Average Value

      $1.53M

    • List Price

      $196K - $398K

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    Santa Cruz Gardens

    Santa Cruz Gardens in Santa Cruz has midcentury and modern homes, a county park, and a community pool. It’s near Capitola and downtown for beaches, dining, and shopping. The area has highly rated schools and suits young families.

    • Average Value

      $1.51M

    • List Price

      $226K - $833K

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    Prospect Heights

    Prospect Heights in Santa Cruz features lush landscapes and mid-20th century homes near De Laveaga Park. The sunny neighborhood is close to beaches and redwoods. Schools like De Laveaga Elementary and Harbor High are highly rated.

    • Average Value

      $1.41M

    • List Price

      $346K - $718K

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      1 Listing

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    Western Drive-Nobel

    Western Drive-Nobel in Santa Cruz combines suburban living with natural beauty near UC Santa Cruz. The area offers diverse housing and highly rated schools. Nearby parks include Moore Creek Preserve and Wilder Ranch State Park.

    • Average Value

      $1.35M

    • List Price

      $183K - $2.6M

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      4 Listings

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    Amesti

    Amesti in Royal Oaks offers spacious ranch-style homes on large lots. Pinto Lake City Park provides outdoor recreation, while nearby Watsonville offers dining and shopping. Santa Cruz METRO buses serve the neighborhood.

    • Average Value

      $991K

    • List Price

      $352K - $505K

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      2 Listings

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    Zayante

    Zayante, Santa Cruz offers remote mountain living among redwoods. Midcentury homes and cabins sit on large lots. Big Basin and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Parks are nearby. The area has highly rated schools and rural charm.

    • Average Value

      $820K

    • List Price

      $287K - $684K

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      1 Listing

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  • La Selva Beach

    La Selva Beach

    La Selva Beach, CA is a coastal community with direct beach access. Manresa State Beach offers surfing and fishing. Nearby Aptos provides dining and shopping. The area has highly rated schools including Valencia Elementary.

    • Average Value

      $1.75M

    • List Price

      $194K - $1.9M

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    Rio del Mar

    Rio del Mar in Aptos offers stunning coastal scenery with Rio Del Mar State Beach and Hidden Beach Park. The area features highly rated schools and easy access to beaches and redwood forests in nearby Nisene Marks State Park.

    • Average Value

      $1.64M

    • List Price

      $172K - $2.6M

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      14 Listings

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  • Aptos

    Aptos

    Aptos, CA, a Central Coast town, has year-round beauty with parks like Forest of Nisene Marks State Park offering redwood trails. The town hosts the World's Shortest Parade annually. Aptos High School is highly rated.

    • Average Value

      $1.40M

    • List Price

      $163K - $950K

    • For Sale

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      7 Listings

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  • Brookdale

    Brookdale

    Brookdale, CA, in the Santa Cruz Mountains, is known for its historic lodge and nearby redwood parks. Boulder Creek, 2 miles away, provides dining and shopping. The area has highly rated schools and is close to Santa Cruz beaches.

    • Average Value

      $942K

    • List Price

      $208K - $1.2M

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      0 Listings

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  • Boulder Creek

    Boulder Creek

    Boulder Creek, CA, is a rural mountain town near Silicon Valley. Surrounded by redwoods, it offers outdoor recreation in state parks. The small downtown features local shops. Highly rated schools serve this slower-paced community.

    • Average Value

      $741K

    • List Price

      $173K - $1.4M

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      3 Listings

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    Corralitos

    Corralitos, CA is a rural community near Santa Cruz Mountains. It features vineyards, nature preserves, and hiking trails. Large residential lots are common. Aptos High is highly rated. The area attracts cyclists and equestrians.

    • Average Value

      $1.40M

    • List Price

      $247K - $682K

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      2 Listings

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    Bonny Doon

    Bonny Doon, CA is a rural mountain community 10 miles from Monterey Bay. Custom homes on spacious lots sit near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Bonny Doon Elementary School has a high rating. Local wineries are present.

    • Average Value

      $1.33M

    • List Price

      $281K - $1.7M

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      1 Listing

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  • Soquel

    Soquel

    • Average Value

      $1.32M

    • List Price

      $135K - $4.3M

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      7 Listings

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    Davenport

    Davenport, CA is a small coastal community on U.S. Route 1 with scenic Pacific views. Popular spots include Davenport Landing Beach for surfing and Shark Fin Cove for stargazing. Santa Cruz's vibrant scene is just 10 miles away.

    • Average Value

      $1.29M

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      0 Listings

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  • Paradise Park

    Paradise Park

    • Average Value

      $1.10M

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    Ben Lomond

    Ben Lomond, CA, nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains, is surrounded by redwood forests and state parks. The town is 12 miles from Pacific beaches and has highly rated schools. Homes include cottages and cabins in wooded settings.

    • Average Value

      $1.00M

    • List Price

      $170K - $1.8M

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      5 Listings

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    Felton

    Felton, CA is a rural town in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park offers ancient groves and outdoor activities. The historic downtown has local shops. San Lorenzo Valley schools are highly rated.

    • Average Value

      $937K

    • List Price

      $113K - $1M

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      4 Listings

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  • Interlaken

    Interlaken

    • Average Value

      $871K

    • List Price

      $306K - $11.6M

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      2 Listings

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    Mount Hermon

    Mount Hermon, CA is a small community near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park with hiking, mountain biking, and proximity to Santa Cruz beaches. Nearby Felton and Scotts Valley offer shops, restaurants, and highly rated schools.

    • Average Value

      $848K

    • List Price

      $256K - $507K

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    Lompico

    Lompico is tucked under and between the imposing redwoods that blanket the Santa Cruz Mountains, about 12 miles from the city of Santa Cruz. It sits on the east side of a string of larger towns within commuting distance of the Bay Area. “Lompico is an extension of Felton. It’s more rural and more affordable. It has windy roads, and it’s about 10

    • Average Value

      $665K

    • List Price

      $433K - $1.2M

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      1 Listing

    Lompico