$699,000
OPEN SAT 1PM - 3PM

101 Shell Dr Unit 143 Watsonville, CA 95076

Pajaro Dunes Neighborhood

Estimated payment $5,334/month

Total Views 5,160
1 Bed
1 Bath
840 Sq Ft
$832 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Concierge
  • Ocean View
  • Fishing
  • Community Beach Access
  • Gated with Attendant
  • End Unit

About This Home

AMAZING FULL OCEAN VIEW! WHITE WATER, BREAKING WAVES AND BEACH VIEW! Ramp accessible, first floor condo with a full ocean view from the new patio, living room, dining room, kitchen and bedroom. This one is a delightful, warm, sunlit home. Southwest facing. Includes all furniture a king-sized sofa bed in the living room and queen bed in the bedroom. Includes all appliances with new washer/dryer installed. The kitchen counters are immaculately tiled with royal blue tile. You will fall in love with this quiet and private condo on pristine Pajaro Dunes beach. The front door is easy to access from parking with gently sloped ramps. The beach access in next to the front door or use a gentle trail at the south end of the complex. Tennis/pickle ball courts are abundant and electric car charging is available in the parking area. Pajaro Dunes is located about halfway between Santa Cruz and Monterey on the longest beach in S.C. County. Remote yet close to fine dining, famous surf spots and golf links. Easy drive to Santa Cruz Boardwalk or Monterey Aquarium and Wharf. Homeowners' pets (2) are welcome here so bring your beloved dog along with you. These condos may be a primary home, short term (vacation) rental, long term rental or just leave it vacant for your private family use.

Listing Agent

Gail Cruse

Sotheby’s International Realty License #00778908 Listed on: 07/03/2025

Sotheby’s International Realty

Open House Schedule

  • Saturday, July 19, 2025
    1:00 to 3:00 pm
    7/19/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:00
    7/19/2025 3:00:00 PM +00:00
    Amazing View from this first floor condo. Just steps to miles of pristine beach. May be vacation rental, long term rental, a primary home or just leave vacant for family vacation use.
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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,560

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Southwest Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $843 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Bay
  • City Lights
  • Mountain
  • Garden
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 840 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Garden Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Security Gate

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
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  • <<microwave>>
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

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

Location

  • Ground Level Unit

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating
  • Wood Insert Heater
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 220 Volts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 052-452-05-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include cable / dish, common area electricity, decks, door person, exterior painting, garbage, hot water, insurance - common area, insurance - flood, 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, sewer, water, water / sewer
  • 309 Units
  • Pajaro Dunes North Association
  • Built by PAJARO DUNES NORTH
  • Car Wash Area

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Common Utility Room

Recreation

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

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Gated with Attendant

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,560

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$843 per month

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Building Number: E
  • Restrictions: Age - No Restrictions, Pets - Allowed
  • Age: 51
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Maximum Unit Floor Number: 1
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 309
  • Structure Sq Ft: 840
  • Complex Name: PAJARO DUNES NORTH
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Zoning Description: SU
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Insert, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Family Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Countertop - Tile, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 840
  • Stories: 1
  • Security: Security Gate with Guard, Security Service
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 1
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Polyurethane
  • View: Bay, City Lights, Garden / Greenbelt, Greenbelt, Mountains, Ocean, Water, Water Front
  • Property Faces: Southwest

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating System: Baseboard, Individual Room Controls
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 843
  • HOA Amenities: Basketball Court - Indoor Half, BBQ Area, Beach Rights, Car Wash Area, Common Utility Room, Community Security Gate, Concierge, Game Court (Outdoor), Tennis Court / Facility
  • HOA Documents: Articles of Incorporation, 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, Exterior Painting, Garbage, Hot Water, Insurance - Common Area, Insurance - Flood, 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, Sewer, Water, Water / Sewer
  • H O A Name Text: PAJARO DUNES NORTH
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Garden Window, Security Gate, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Pajaro Valley Unified

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Fishing, Ground Floor, Views
  • Parcel Number: 052-452-05-000
  • Soil: Sandy

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Maximum Building Height: 3
  • Minimum Building Height: 3
  • Unit Features: Corner Unit, End Unit

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2023 $7,560 $564,387 $338,632 $225,755
2022 $7,406 $553,321 $331,993 $221,328
2021 $7,167 $542,472 $325,483 $216,989
2020 $7,062 $536,910 $322,146 $214,764
2019 $6,929 $526,382 $315,829 $210,553
2018 $6,747 $516,060 $309,636 $206,424
2017 $6,677 $505,940 $303,564 $202,376
2016 $6,503 $496,020 $297,612 $198,408
2015 $6,421 $488,570 $293,142 $195,428
2014 $6,281 $479,000 $287,400 $191,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/03/2025 07/03/25 For Sale $699,000 -- $832 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $479,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $140,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82013385

MLSListings

APN: 052-452-05-000

California Santa Cruz County Watsonville 95076 Pajaro Dunes

101 Shell Dr Unit 143, Watsonville, CA

This home is located at 101 Shell Dr Unit 143, Watsonville, CA 95076 and is currently priced at $699,000, approximately $832 per square foot. This property was built in 1974. 101 Shell Dr Unit 143 is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Landmark Elementary School, Rolling Hills Middle School, and Watsonville High School.

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