Lighthouse-The Circles Homes for Sale

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$4,880,000
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,586 Sq Ft
116 Monterey St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Experience the Santa Cruz lifestyle at 116 Monterey St, steps from iconic West Cliff Drive. This delightful 3 bed/3 bath Mediterranean home offers stunning ocean views, the soothing sound of waves, and fresh sea air. A permitted 1 bed/1 bath ADU at 118 Monterey St is ideal for guests or rental income. For those who love to cook, a spacious Chef's Kitchen with Wolf Range and large kitchen island

Evan Walsh eXp Realty of California Inc

116 Monterey St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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$6,195,000
- 4 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 2,996 Sq Ft
1122 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Panoramic ocean views and world-class design meet in this front-row West Cliff Drive masterpiece by Marmol Radziner, the acclaimed architectural firm celebrated in Architectural Digest's AD100. Designed with a reverse floor plan to capture sweeping horizons, the home features floor-to-ceiling windows and multi-slide glass doors. Imagine watching whales glide by, sipping cocktails on your deck

Marcela Simonkova David Lyng Real Estate

1122 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,700,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,443 Sq Ft
890 W Cliff Dr Unit 8, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Welcome to your dream home at 890 West Cliff #8. Embrace the stunning 180 degree sweeping views of Monterey Bay. This single-level condo offers modern living with breathtaking sunrise to sunset ocean views. Front end unit has completely unobstructed lookouts with expansive windows throughout the entire home. Watch the vibrant coastal life, surfing, pelicans, whales, otters, seals, and sailboats

Ben Imber Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

890 W Cliff Dr Unit 8, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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$174,000
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 504 Sq Ft
170 W Cliff Dr Unit 74, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Stunning, fully remodeled 1-bed, 1-bath single-wide mobile home in highly-desirable Clearview Court Park. Nestled on a spacious corner lot with breathtaking views, this home boasts modern upgrades throughout. Enjoy a fenced-in backyard with on-site storage and two dedicated parking spaces. Located on historic West Cliff Drive, steps from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Wharf, this coastal gem offers

Evan Walsh eXp Realty of California Inc

170 W Cliff Dr Unit 74, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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$150,000 Open Sat 12PM - 3PM
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 665 Sq Ft
170 W Cliff Dr Unit 40, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Enjoy seaside living in one of Santa Cruz's most iconic locations! Charming 1-bed home located steps from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the Wharf and world surfing at Cowell's Beach! Situated in an all-ages, pet friendly, leased-land community, this open & bright home features recent upgrades including interior paint, a new gas range & refrigerator, newer roof, Trex decking and an all-in-one

Jennifer Graham Bailey Properties

170 W Cliff Dr Unit 40, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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$1,050,000 Open Sat 11AM - 1PM
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 841 Sq Ft
338 Dufour St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Welcome to 338 Dufour Street, a stylishly updated single level home in the heart of Santa Cruzs coveted West Side. Just minutes from the Monterey Bay shoreline, this location offers easy access to world class surf, Natural Bridges State Park, Lighthouse Field, and Its Beach. This light filled 2 bedroom, 1 bath home offers 841 sq ft of thoughtfully refreshed living space. Recent upgrades include a

Daniel Oster Coldwell Banker Realty

338 Dufour St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Why Live in Lighthouse-The Circles

Lighthouse-The Circles in Santa Cruz is a coastal neighborhood known for its historic charm and oceanfront living. The area is divided into two sections: The Circles, with its origins dating back to the 1890s, features smaller lots and eclectic old homes, fostering a close-knit community atmosphere. The Lighthouse district, located along the oceanfront, boasts larger and newer homes. Residents enjoy easy access to the beach, with popular activities including surfing, paddle boarding, kayaking, and biking. West Cliff Drive offers scenic seaside paths for walks and views of the surf, while Lighthouse Field State Beach provides open green spaces and houses the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. The neighborhood also includes cozy parks like Garfield Park and Sergeant Derby Park, and the Bethany Curve greenway trail. For things to do, residents are within walking and biking distance of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, a historic amusement park, and the Santa Cruz Wharf, the longest pier on the west coast with dining and shopping options. The nearby revitalized industrial area features cafes, breweries, and restaurants. Grocery shopping is convenient with Safeway and New Leaf Community Markets close by. Homes in The Circles are primarily early 1900s beach bungalows, cottages, and Craftsman styles, while West Cliff Drive features large luxury homes and midcentury designs. The neighborhood is lush with tropical landscaping, including palm trees and colorful flowers. Education is well-regarded with Mission Hill Middle School and Santa Cruz High School both earning high ratings. The area is safer than the national average, and transportation options include bus lines and bike lanes, with State Route 1 and State Route 17 providing access to nearby destinations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lighthouse-The Circles a good place to live?

Lighthouse-The Circles is a good place to live. Lighthouse-The Circles is considered somewhat walkable and a biker's paradise with some transit options. Lighthouse-The Circles is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Lighthouse-The Circles has 3 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 12.8 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $148,824 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 58.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Lighthouse-The Circles are home owners, with 39.1% of residents renting and 60.9% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Lighthouse-The Circles can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Lighthouse-The Circles neighborhood guide.

Is Lighthouse-The Circles, CA a safe neighborhood?

Lighthouse-The Circles, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.

How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lighthouse-The Circles?

The median home price in Lighthouse-The Circles is $1,626,666. If you put a 20% down payment of $325,300 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $8,020 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $344K a year to afford the median home price in Lighthouse-The Circles. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Lighthouse-The Circles is $149K.

What are the best public schools in Lighthouse-The Circles?

The best public schools that serve Lighthouse-The Circles are:

Santa Cruz High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
Harbor High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 19:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
Mission Hill Middle School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 4.0.

What are the best private schools in Lighthouse-The Circles?

The best private schools that serve Lighthouse-The Circles are:

Kirby School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
Spring Hill School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
Gateway School has an A+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 6:1.

What are the most popular zip codes in Lighthouse-The Circles, Santa Cruz, CA?

The most popular zip codes in Lighthouse-The Circles, Santa Cruz, CA include 95060, 95062, 95065, 95010 and 95073.

What are the most popular neighborhoods near Lighthouse-The Circles, Santa Cruz, CA?

The most popular neighborhoods near Lighthouse-The Circles, Santa Cruz, CA are King Street, Western Drive-Nobel, Downtown Santa Cruz, Beach Hill-Beach Flats and Westlake.

Home Trends in Lighthouse-The Circles, CA

On average, homes in Lighthouse-The Circles, Santa Cruz sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lighthouse-The Circles, Santa Cruz over the last 12 months is $1,664,666, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price

$1,664,666

Median Single Family Sale Price

$1,718,500

Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price

$1,775,000

Average Price Per Sq Ft

$1,364

Number of Homes for Sale

Last 12 months Home Sales

Months of Supply

1.00

Median List Price

$1,626,666

Median Change From 1st List Price

Median Home Sale Price YoY Change

12%

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