$1,080,000
OPEN SUN 12:30PM - 3PM

101 Shell Dr Unit 136 Watsonville, CA 95076

Estimated payment $7,149/month

Total Views 1,583
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,040 Sq Ft
$1,038 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Community Beach Access
  • Gated with Attendant
  • Concierge
  • Ocean View
  • Deck

About This Home

BEACH & OCEAN VIEW PENTHOUSE at enviable Shorebirds, Pajaro Dunes. Gated Community. Located in So. Santa Cruz on the longest, pristine beach in the county. This 2 BD. & 2 full BA. penthouse level condo has high ceilings, new full electrical panel with updated thermostats throughout. The kitchen, hall and bathroom vanity lighting is new as is the stacked washer/dryer. New toilets are ordered and scheduled to be installed by the HOA soon. The HOA is also scheduled to replace one of the picture windows and a pane in glass door. So new and exciting things are happening to this beachfront home. You can go fishing from the beach, take an all day long uninterrupted beach walk or go boogie boarding in the waves and then enjoy the most stunning sunsets from your home in the evenings. The fireplace is electrical for cozy nights and the TV is included along with the appliances, furniture and newer window coverings. Shorebirds is located in the postcard perfect area of Santa Cruz County 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, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and much more. Shorebirds is a gated community and pet friendly. Homeowner's pets (2) are welcome to come along.

Listing Agent

Gail Cruse

Sotheby’s International Realty License #00778908 Listed on: 06/29/2026

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • Grass Covered Lot

HOA Fees

  • $883 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Urethane Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,040 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Security Gate
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Covered Parking
  • Guest Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Wood Insert Heater
  • Baseboard Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 052-473-10-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include cable / dish, common area electricity, decks, door person, electricity, exterior painting, fencing, garbage, hot water, insurance - common area, insurance - flood, insurance - hazard, insurance - liability, insurance - structure, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, maintenance - road, maintenance - unit yard, management fee, pool spa or tennis, recreation facility, reserves, roof, security service, water / sewer
  • 309 Units
  • Pajaro Dunes North Shorebirds Association
  • Built by Pajaro Dunes North
  • Car Wash Area
  • Greenbelt

Recreation

  • Community Beach Access
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Sport Court

Pet Policy

  • Limit on the number of pets

Additional Features

  • Concierge
  • Gated with Attendant

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

958 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$883 per month

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Building Number: D
  • Restrictions: No Waterbeds, Pets - Number Restrictions, Pets - Rules
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Maximum Unit Floor Number: 3
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 309
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1040
  • Complex Name: Pajaro Dunes North
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Zoning Description: SU
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Insert, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1040
  • Stories: 1
  • Security: Security Gate with Guard
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Polyurethane
  • View: Mountains, Ocean, Water, Water Front
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio, Deck, Low Maintenance, Tennis Court

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: Common Parking Area, Guest / Visitor Parking, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area
  • Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 1 (120 volts)

Utilities

  • Heating System: Baseboard, Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 883
  • HOA Amenities: Basketball Court - Indoor Half, Beach Rights, Car Wash Area, Community Security Gate, Concierge, Game Court (Outdoor), Garden / Greenbelt / Trails, Tennis Court / Facility
  • HOA Documents: Budget, Bylaws, CC&RS, Financial Statement, Minutes, Reserve Study, Rules & Regulations
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Cable / Dish, Common Area Electricity, Decks, Door Person, Electricity, Exterior Painting, Fencing, Garbage, Hot Water, Insurance - Common Area, Insurance - Flood, Insurance - Hazard, Insurance - Liability, Insurance - Structure, Landscaping / Gardening, Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Exterior, Maintenance - Road, Maintenance - Unit Yard, Management Fee, Pool, Spa, or Tennis, Recreation Facility, Reserves, Roof, Security Service, Water / Sewer
  • H O A Name Text: Pajaro Dunes North Shorebirds
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Security Gate

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Pond On Site, Views
  • Parcel Number: 052-473-10-000
  • Soil: Sandy

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Maximum Building Height: 3
  • Minimum Building Height: 3

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,604 $151,671 $81,256 $70,415
2023 $3,029 $145,780 $78,100 $67,680
2022 $2,952 $142,922 $76,569 $66,353
2021 $2,783 $140,120 $75,068 $65,052
2020 $2,744 $138,683 $74,298 $64,385
2019 $2,685 $135,964 $72,841 $63,123
2018 $2,611 $133,298 $71,413 $61,885
2017 $2,571 $130,685 $70,013 $60,672
2016 $2,506 $128,122 $68,640 $59,482
2015 $2,431 $126,198 $67,609 $58,589
2014 $2,377 $123,726 $66,285 $57,441
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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/29/2026 06/29/26 For Sale $1,080,000 -- $1,038 / Sq Ft
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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
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Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82052513

MLSListings

APN: 052-473-10-000

California Santa Cruz County Watsonville 95076

101 Shell Dr Unit 136, Watsonville, CA

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