101 Shell Dr Unit 3 Watsonville, CA 95076
Estimated payment $6,971/month
Highlights
- Gated with Attendant
- Granite Countertops
- Open to Family Room
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Balcony
- Bathtub with Shower
About This Home
Full ownership opportunity at Pajaro Dunes. 101 Shell Drive # 3 is a permitted vacation rental offered at $860,000 in the gated beachfront Shorebirds community. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo offers beach access, coastal walking paths, tennis, pickleball, and the relaxed Monterey Bay lifestyle Pajaro Dunes is known for. Use as a personal beach retreat, vacation rental, or both, subject to HOA, management, and county requirements. Close to Aptos, Seascape Village, Santa Cruz, Moss Landing, Elkhorn Slough, and Monterey Bay attractions. Nearby Seascape Sports Club, one of the Central Coasts premier tennis, pickleball, and fitness clubs, adds another excellent lifestyle amenity.
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
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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 | $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
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2026 06/05/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/22/2026 05/22/26 | Price Changed | $860,000 | +56.4% | $827 / Sq Ft | |
| 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
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| 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
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| 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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