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Explore Similar Apartments Within 2 Miles of Banana Belt, CA

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    $4,100,000 Open Fri 4PM - 7PM

    • 6 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 2,918 Sq Ft

    512 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Gorgeous Historic Eastlake Victorian beach home! PRIME LOCATION - steps to the beach, the wharf, and the Boardwalk. Enjoy walking, biking, fishing, surfing, shopping and relax with gourmet coffee & fine dining! Legal duplex with open floor plans, keyless entry, smart TV, gated parking, USB outlets, dimmers. Complete permitted remodel in 2017, with high quality material & craftmanship, and

    Nan Tingley Cornerstone Real Estate Services

    512 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $1,399,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,636 Sq Ft

    108 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Duplex off W Cliff Dr across from Beach Hill, peaks of ocean from front porch. Each side has 2 beds and 1 bath. Updated with double paned windows, newer roof and exterior paint. Prime location near the Wharf, Boardwalk, Downtown and West Cliff Drive. Single family home (102 W Cliff) and vacant lot next door are available and can be sold separately. Buy all 3 and own your own piece of Santa

    Jessica L. Wallace Coldwell Banker Realty

    108 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $4,399,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 2,340 Sq Ft

    5080 Garnet St, Capitola, CA 95010

    Major price reduction! Motivated seller ready for an offer. AMAZING OCEAN VIEW HOME IN CAPITOLA JEWEL BOX. A rare gem unlike anything on the market. Beautifully updated 4bedroom 4 bath home PLUS attached 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment. Income potential, multi-generational living! Just a 1 minute stroll to Shadowbrook, Capitola Beach & Village. Corner lot in in the best neighborhood! Reverse floorplan

    Rodger Shaheen Coldwell Banker Realty

    5080 Garnet St, Capitola, CA 95010
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    $2,000,000

    • 8 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 3,600 Sq Ft

    3268 Mission Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    Perfectly positioned in a sunny mid-county location, between the vibrant hubs of Santa Cruz and Capitola, this multi-family property offers endless possibilities. Featuring four spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath units - each approximately 900 sq. ft. - you'll find thoughtful layouts with in-unit laundry and private fenced backyard spaces for each residence. The property is comprised of two separate

    Natalie Pinkerton David Lyng Real Estate

    3268 Mission Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
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    $2,495,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,630 Sq Ft

    1430 Merrill St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

    RARE OPPORTUNITY: Walk to Black's Beach - Three (3) Detached 1BR, 1BA Homes on a 19,500 SF Premier High-Density Multifamily Development Site. Seize this extraordinary opportunity in the heart of Live Oak's coveted East Cliff Village neighborhood, where coastal living meets unparalleled walkability. This pristine development site represents the perfect canvas for your next visionary project. In a

    Troy Hinds David Lyng Real Estate

    1430 Merrill St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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    $1,595,000

    • Studio
    • 2,759 Sq Ft

    807 Laurel St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Reduced! Under $800K per house for two large homes on one lot in Downtown Santa Cruz. The front 4 bedroom, 2 bath home features a front porch, intricate exterior detailing, a large sunny back deck and a full basement. The back house 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has two porches, an attached carport and garage, and a private rear yard. The homes have off street parking and separate utilities.

    Peter Cook Lighthouse Realty

    807 Laurel St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $1,660,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,000 Sq Ft

    522 Oak Dr, Capitola, CA 95010

    Charming Duplex on the right side of Oak Drive just steps to the river path. Upstairs has amazing slate deck with views of the neighborhood and a peek of the Shadowbrook. This tree top unit prominently sits above with gorgeous views. Kitchen is spacious with room for many cooks, lots of storage and pantry space. Light filled bathroom with built in cabinetry and elegant tile work. Downstairs lives

    Michele Replogle Compass

    522 Oak Dr, Capitola, CA 95010
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    $1,785,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 6 Baths
    • 2,688 Sq Ft

    3391 Mission Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    Fabulous opportunity for 3 Townhouse-style units with front and back yards in a convenient mid-county location. Rents are significantly under market so there is upside for financial growth. Each unit is 2 story with 2 Br and 1.5 Baths, bedroom opening to deck and dining areas opening to rear yards. Nice section of Mission Dr in a pleasantly maintained complex with 2 other triplexes and a duplex

    Roger Berke Compass

    3391 Mission Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
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    $1,200,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,500 Sq Ft

    118 Beulah Ct, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    New Tax Code = New Opportunity! With enhanced bonus depreciation rules just released, this fully rented triplex offers smart investors a chance to improve cash flow from day one. Pair steady rents and low expenses with long-term appreciation in a prime Santa Cruz location. Ask about the seller credit to buy down your rate and boost returns even further. A rare chance to combine location,

    Brandi Jones KW Thrive Santa Cruz

    118 Beulah Ct, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $1,385,000 Open Sat 12PM - 2PM

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,900 Sq Ft

    126 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    This beautifully updated late 1800s home blends historic charm with modern living and offers duplex potential with its multi-family zoning. The remodeled kitchen, featuring stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops, opens to a standout butlers pantry. Equipped with its own sink, counter space, and storage, the pantry is ideal for meal prep, entertaining, or a stylish coffee bar, adding

    Mike Morgan Coldwell Banker Realty

    126 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $8,500,000

    • 9 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 4,754 Sq Ft

    1703 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

    Iconic multiple residential 4 unit property with a prime oceanfront location overlooking Monterey Bay. An unobstructed 180 degree view.Located on the bluff above Seabright Beach, also known to some as "Fresno Beach" No worries or need for "Rip Rap" to protect the shoreline, bluff or slope with this property as it set Back far enough from high tides and wave action. There is a stairway nearby

    'Aldo' Warren Penniman California Real Estate

    1703 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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    $2,100,000 Open Sat 1:30PM - 4PM

    • 6 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 2,561 Sq Ft

    304 Harbor Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

    When you arrive at 304 Harbor Drive, the soft hush of rustling oaks greets you- fresh from the nearby Arana Gulch greenbelt steps away. The home opens with ease, revealing an expansive 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom retreat where sunlight pours through floor-to-ceiling windows, painting the floors in golden tones. From the living and dining rooms, the ocean shimmers in the distance, a glimpse of blue

    Amber Grewer Amber Grewer Real Estate

    304 Harbor Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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    $2,650,000

    • 8 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 3,323 Sq Ft

    5058 Wilder Dr, Soquel, CA 95073

    Well cared for 4-plex off Capitola Ave. Pride of ownership shows in the units. Once hi-way 1 bridge is replaced - tenants will have a nice stroll down to Capitola Village . These are all 2 bed / 1 bath units with attached carport parking. 3 of the 4 units have been remodeled. Back unit is townhome style . Rents are low - location is great. Co-op laundry in back of building . Great long

    Kathleen Hall eXp Realty of California Inc

    5058 Wilder Dr, Soquel, CA 95073
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    $3,349,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,926 Sq Ft

    1500 Wharf Rd, Capitola, CA 95010

    One of the most photographed properties in Santa Cruz County, the beloved Venetian Court, Unit Twelve, is being offered to the market for the first time in the past fifty years. This home has served as the unofficial icon of not only the City of Capitola, but also readily identifiable to the State of California. This end unit has a private balcony overlooking the Capitola Esplanade, Monterey Bay,

    Jerid K. Kiedrowski Allen Property Group, Inc.

    1500 Wharf Rd, Capitola, CA 95010
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    $1,099,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 953 Sq Ft

    2505 Howe St, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    Two homes (2505 Howe St & 3210 Winkle Ave) on one big parcel near Dominican Hospital, and across the street from Winkle Park. One of the homes is occupied by a tenant (who would like to stay); the other home needs substantial work because a tree fell on it. The tree is gone and the house is cleaned up, but is not livable. Perfect property for someone who wants a project with rental income at the

    Walter Stauss Coldwell Banker Realty

    2505 Howe St, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
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    $2,700,000

    • Studio
    • 5,923 Sq Ft

    603 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    New zoning allows for multi-residential. Rare opportunity to own a piece of Santa Cruz History. Located on a highly visible corner on one of Santa Cruz's most well-traveled roads yet walking distance to downtown restaurants and shops. This spacious Victorian house is currently used as an office and is 4,623 Sq. Ft. plus 200 Sq. Ft. of storage space, includes 6 private offices as well as several

    Anderson Christie Anderson Christie, Inc.

    603 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Why Live in Banana Belt

The Banana Belt neighborhood in Santa Cruz is known for its sunny weather, thanks to its location between the Santa Cruz Mountains foothills and Monterey Bay beaches. This area enjoys more sun and less fog, creating a bright and warm Mediterranean climate. The neighborhood features early and mid-20th century homes, including bungalows, cottages, ranch homes, Craftsman homes, and Mediterranean Revival styles with red-tiled roofs and stucco exteriors. Local parks such as Grant Park and John Franks Park offer picnic areas, playgrounds, and athletic courts, while the expansive De Laveaga Park provides hiking trails, baseball fields, an archery range, and a golf course. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Seabright Beach are less than 2 miles south, and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is nearby for those seeking outdoor adventures. Families in the Banana Belt have access to highly rated schools, including De Laveaga Elementary School, Branciforte Middle School, and Harbor High School, which offers various career and technical programs. The University of California, Santa Cruz is just 2 miles west, enrolling around 20,000 students annually. The neighborhood is bordered by Water Street and Soquel Avenue, which feature shopping and dining options like Tacos Moreno and Santa Adairius tasting room. Grocery stores such as Safeway, Whole Foods, and Grocery Outlet are conveniently located, along with the long-standing natural grocer, Staff of Life. The Banana Belt is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families. State Route 1 and State Route 17 provide commuting options to nearby coastal towns and Silicon Valley, while Santa Cruz Metro bus lines offer public transit alternatives.

Home Trends in Banana Belt, CA

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$1,340,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,340,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,279,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$800,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$933
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
30
Months of Supply
2.40
Median List Price
$1,311,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
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