101 Shell Dr Unit 3 Watsonville, CA 95076
Estimated payment $4,336/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Balcony
- Gated with Attendant
- Granite Countertops
- Open to Family Room
About This Home
Most people daydream about waking up at the beach. You're about to make it your reality at ground level. Tucked between Santa Cruz and Monterey, this gated beachfront community is known for pristine sand, dramatic coastline, and the kind of setting that makes regular life feel slightly overrated. This renovated condo sits directly on the beach, which means your morning coffee is just minutes from the waves, and sunrise or sunset adventures start the second you are outside. Your family and friends can enjoy it the way it was meant to be enjoyed, as your personal coastal escape. The complex brings the extras too: tennis courts, pickleball, EV charging, a gift shop, and a peaceful pond for the rare moments when ocean views aren't enough. Coastal trails run along the bluffs right from your doorstep with views that make a quick adventure feel like a full reset. Seascape Village, Moss Landing, and the wildlife-rich beauty of Elkhorn Slough are just down the road. Live here full-time or keep it as your beach getaway. Either way, you're buying the on-the-coast lifestyle most people only get for a long weekend. Important: This listing is for an undivided 50 percent Tenant In Common interest only. Not a full ownership sale. Subject to the Tenant In Common agreement.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Year Built
- Built in 1973
HOA Fees
- $867 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- Covered Parking
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,040 Sq Ft Home
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family or Dining Combination
- Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Utilities
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Baseboard Heating
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 052-391-03-000
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include exterior painting, garbage, cable / dish, landscaping / gardening, common area electricity, water / sewer, insurance - common area, common area gas, maintenance - common area
- Pajaro Dunes Association
- Built by Pajaro Dunes
Security
- Gated with Attendant
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $17,614 | $1,316,106 | $1,052,885 | $263,221 |
| 2023 | $15,142 | $1,265,000 | $1,012,000 | $253,000 |
| 2022 | $4,749 | $308,461 | $162,506 | $145,955 |
| 2021 | $4,551 | $302,413 | $159,320 | $143,093 |
| 2020 | $4,486 | $299,312 | $157,686 | $141,626 |
| 2019 | $4,397 | $293,443 | $154,594 | $138,849 |
| 2018 | $4,279 | $287,689 | $151,563 | $136,126 |
| 2017 | $4,227 | $282,048 | $148,592 | $133,456 |
| 2016 | $4,118 | $276,517 | $145,678 | $130,839 |
| 2015 | $4,040 | $272,364 | $143,490 | $128,874 |
| 2014 | $3,952 | $267,029 | $140,679 | $126,350 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2026 02/04/26 | For Sale | $550,000 | -56.5% | $529 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/04/2022 10/04/22 | Sold | $1,265,000 | 0.0% | $1,216 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/05/2022 09/05/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/10/2022 08/10/22 | Price Changed | $1,265,000 | -6.2% | $1,216 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/10/2022 06/10/22 | For Sale | $1,349,000 | -- | $1,297 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,265,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Old Republic Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Multiple | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co S | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $205,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $194,500 | Old Republic Title Company |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $948,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $486,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $164,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $155,600 | No Value Available |
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82033731
APN: 052-391-03-000
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