$1,100,000
SOLD FEB 10, 2026

101 Shell Dr Unit 255 Watsonville, CA 95076

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,052 Sq Ft
$873/ mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,046 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

46 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Dining Area
  • Heating Available
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of February 2026

Nestled on the beach between Santa Cruz and Monterey, you can experience coastal living at its finest in this beautifully renovated ocean view condo. Perfectly situated in the gated Shorebirds beach community of Pajaro Dunes, this oceanfront retreat offers an unbeatable location for a private getaway, investment property, or full-time beachside living. Recently and tastefully updated with modern, high-end finishes. With the beach path just steps away, you have immediate access to morning walks, sunset strolls, or simply enjoying the soothing sound of the waves.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melanie Langemak

David Lyng Real Estate License #01937962 Listed on: 12/12/2025

David Lyng Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Natalia Lockwood

David Lyng Real Estate License #01958028

Last Buyer's Agent

Jane Sotanski

Sotheby’s International Realty License #01207772

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

HOA Fees

  • $873 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Covered Parking

Interior Spaces

  • 1,052 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Ocean Views
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Heating Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include cable / dish, common area electricity, garbage, pool spa or tennis, roof, water / sewer
  • Pajaro Dunes North Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 052-491-15-000

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

1,002 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$873 per month

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1052
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Zoning Description: SU
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Eat in Kitchen
  • Living Sq Ft: 1052
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • View: Ocean, Water Front

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: Common Parking Area

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 2618
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Fees Include: Cable / Dish, Common Area Electricity, Garbage, Pool, Spa, or Tennis, Roof, Water / Sewer
  • H O A Name Text: Pajaro Dunes North
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 052-491-15-000

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 12, 2025
Closed on
Feb 6, 2026
Sold by
Marques Anthony Richard and 1987 Marques Living Trust
Bought by
Ingraham
Seller's Agent
Melanie Langemak
David Lyng Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jane Sotanski
Sotheby’s International Realty
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-6.38%
Views
19

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
53.25%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 12, 2025
Closed on
Feb 5, 2026
Sold by
Marques Anthony Richard
Bought by
Marques Alta
Seller's Agent
Melanie Langemak
David Lyng Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jane Sotanski
Sotheby’s International Realty
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-6.38%
Views
19

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2023
Sold by
Marques Anthony Richard
Bought by
1987 Marques Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2019
Sold by
Marques Anthony Richard and 1987 Marques Living Trust
Bought by
Marques Anthony Richard and Marques Alta

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2014
Sold by
Marques Anthony Richard and 1987 Marques Survivors Trust
Bought by
Marques Anthony Richard and 1987 Marques Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2014
Sold by
Sweet James R and 1995 James R Sweet
Bought by
Marques Anthony Richard and 1987 Marques Survivors Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2008
Sold by
Sweet James R and 1995 James R Sweet
Bought by
Sweet James R and 1995 James R Sweet

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 1995
Sold by
Sweet James R and Sweet Verna E
Bought by
Sweet James R and Sweet Verna E
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,100,000 Old Republic Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $640,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/10/2026 02/10/26 Sold $1,100,000 -6.4% $1,046 / Sq Ft
01/28/2026 01/28/26 Pending -- -- --
12/12/2025 12/12/25 For Sale $1,175,000 -- $1,117 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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
2025 $11,842 $769,184 $499,970 $269,214
2023 $9,453 $739,316 $480,555 $258,761
2022 $9,267 $724,820 $471,133 $253,687
2021 $8,999 $710,608 $461,895 $248,713
2020 $8,867 $703,321 $457,159 $246,162
2019 $8,703 $689,531 $448,195 $241,336
2018 $8,475 $676,011 $439,407 $236,604
2017 $8,393 $662,755 $430,791 $231,964
2016 $8,173 $649,760 $422,344 $227,416
2015 $8,088 $640,000 $416,000 $224,000
2014 $5,268 $386,848 $248,194 $138,654
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Melanie Langemak

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Melanie Langemak

    David Lyng Real Estate

    (831) 334-4653

    41 in this area

    67 Total Sales

    Melanie Langemak
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  • Natalia Lockwood

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026

    Natalia Lockwood

    David Lyng Real Estate

    (831) 600-6253

    30 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Natalia Lockwood
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  • Jane Sotanski

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Jane Sotanski

    Sotheby’s International Realty

    (831) 596-4830

    1 in this area

    20 Total Sales

    Jane Sotanski
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  • Teresa Huntley

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2026

    Teresa Huntley

    Sotheby’s International Realty

    (831) 600-6207

    1 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Teresa Huntley
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82029403

MLSListings

APN: 052-491-15-000

California Santa Cruz County Watsonville 95076

101 Shell Dr Unit 255, Watsonville, CA

Sold

Condos

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