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Lighthouse-The Circles Homes for Sale

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  • /27

    $1,399,000

    $301K PRICE DROP
    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 786 Sq Ft

    308 Gharkey St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    New Price Improvement to $1,399,000! Super Contractors Opportunity! Welcome to a charming coastal retreat in the heart of Santa Cruz - simple, bright, and designed for easy living..This inviting single-family home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, offering a warm and functional layout ideal for everyday comfort & weekend escapes. A full unfinished basement below adds valuable storage.The

    Bill Kavanaugh Coldwell Banker Realty

    308 Gharkey St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
  • /59

    $8,495,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 3,646 Sq Ft

    506 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Casa Cowells is beyond words. Perched on West Cliff Drive's historic Millionaires' Row, this custom luxury estate is a rare oceanfront offering, designed around the water. From the kitchen and dining area, great room, upstairs living room, and both primary suites, the easterly panorama unfolds: ocean, wharf, beach, boardwalk, epic sunrises, and long ridgelines of the Santa Cruz Mountains beyond,

    Drew Reid Coldwell Banker Realty

    506 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $1,799,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,352 Sq Ft

    424 Liberty St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Fantastic opportunity in the highly desirable Westside of Santa Cruz! Situated on a spacious corner lot, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an exceptional combination of location, outdoor space, and potential. Inside, the home features an open living room, spacious bedrooms, and a comfortable, functional floor plan. The generous lot and desirable corner setting provide a wealth of exciting

    Marvin Christie Anderson Christie, Inc.

    424 Liberty St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $2,496,500

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,618 Sq Ft

    126 National St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    This spacious four bedroom three bath home, situated on a large lot near Lighthouse field and Steamers Lane on the West Side of Santa Cruz, has so much to offer. Newly refinished hardwood floors and freshly painted throughout Roy Johnson light fixtures, custom cabinets, a fireplace and built in bookshelves are among the special features of this home.The principal suite enjoys great separation

    Anina Van Alstine Coldwell Banker Realty

    126 National St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $815,000

    $15K PRICE DROP
    • 5 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 3,849 Sq Ft

    120 Gharkey St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    New co-ownership opportunity: Own one-eighth of this professionally managed, turnkey home by Pacaso. Boardwalk sits on Gharkey Street in Santa Cruz, three houses from West Cliff Drive and the Pacific. The modern exterior has clean lines, metal-framed windows and a minimalist presence that feels deliberate on this stretch of the California coast. The property includes a main residence and a

    Maxx Rifkin Pacaso Inc

    120 Gharkey St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $4,160,000

    Open Thu 9:30AM - 12PM $440K PRICE DROP
    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,920 Sq Ft

    2302 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Enjoy breathtaking, unobstructed panoramic ocean views from this beautifully updated coastal home on prestigious W. Cliff Drive. Featuring a versatile floor plan designed for comfortable living, this residence offers light-filled spaces that capture the stunning scenery from multiple rooms and vantage points. The front patio is tucked out of the wind, facing south east, and is ideal for

    Peter Cook Lighthouse Realty

    2302 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $4,588,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,586 Sq Ft

    116 Monterey St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Some homes simply have an address; this one has a vantage point. From the moment you step inside 116 Monterey Street, a coastal panorama unfolds: Loma Prieta stands sentinel to the east, the iconic Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Wharf shimmer below, and the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary stretches to the horizon. This Mediterranean masterpiece was entirely reimagined in 2007 by the current owners,

    Craig Springbett Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

    116 Monterey St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $1,350,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 924 Sq Ft

    241 Sunset Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Big opportunity on the Westside of Santa Cruz. Just one block from West Cliff and tucked into one of the areas most desirable neighborhoods, this charming bungalow offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and an impressive 6,229-square-foot lot with far more potential than its approximately 924-square-foot footprint might suggest. A large detached garage provides valuable additional space with the flexibility

    Amy Jeske Coldwell Banker Realty

    241 Sunset Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $3,150,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 3,520 Sq Ft

    300 Columbia St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Rare coastal investment opportunity on Santa Cruz's highly desirable Lower Westside, just one block from the ocean and iconic West Cliff Drive. Steps from Lighthouse Field State Beach and the popular Steamer Lane Supply restaurant, this prime location consistently attracts strong rental demand driven by lifestyle, walkability, and proximity to Monterey Bay. One of the largest duplexes this close

    Tommy Ligon Bailey Properties

    300 Columbia St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $1,879,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,500 Sq Ft

    116 Continental St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Lower Westside gem just a half mile to West Cliff Drive & Lighthouse Field! Ditch the car, hop on your bike or skateboard & let the salty air blow through your hair as you take in everything the Lower Westside has to offer. This 4BD/3BA, 2,500 sq ft home sits on a 5,009 sq ft lot with a rare, flexible layout: two primary suites, one down, one up, a separate family room & a versatile upstairs flex

    Tom Brezsny Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

    116 Continental St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    $1,299,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,169 Sq Ft

    504 Pendegast Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Lower Westside Santa Cruz remodel opportunity 6 Beds / 3 Baths prime investment or Multi-Gen Living. Rare opportunity in one of Santa Cruz's most sought-after neighborhoods! This flexible 6-bedroom, 3-bathroom home sits on the desirable Westside, adjacent to Garfield Park and just a six-block stroll to Mitchell's Cove Beach. The current 6-bedroom, 3-bathroom floor plan offers a great investment

    Michelene Unger CENTURY 21 Masters

    504 Pendegast Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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, smaller lots and eclectic old homes and The Lighthouse District, located along the oceanfront, which boasts larger, 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 Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. The neighborhood also includes cozier parks like Garfield Park and Sergeant Derby Park and the Bethany Curve greenway trail. For more 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 Cafes, breweries, restaurants and grocery stores are also close by. Mission Hill Middle School and Santa Cruz High School both earning high ratings. Transportation options include bus lines and bike lanes, with State Route 1 and State Route 17 providing access to nearby destinations.

Lighthouse-The Circles, Santa Cruz, CA Home Prices vs. Nearby Neighborhoods

Lighthouse-The Circles Twin Lakes California Street-Mission Hill Banana Belt
Median Home Price
$1,799,000
$1,648,944
$1,399,000
$1,275,000
Median Sale Price
$1,850,000
+19% YoY
$1,725,000
+3% YoY
$1,327,500
-23% YoY
$1,243,500
-7% YoY
Avg. Price per Square Foot
$1,387
$1,153
$937
$903
Median Single Family Price
$1,840,000
$2,100,000
$1,404,000
$1,279,500
Median Townhouse Price
$3,582,031
$1,050,000
$2,099,000
$927,500
Median Condo Price
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$639,000
$688,000
$799,000
Total Active Listings
11 listings
7 listings
2 listings
5 listings
Market Conditions
3 Months of Supply
Seller's Market
2 Months of Supply
Seller's Market
2 Months of Supply
Seller's Market
3 Months of Supply
Seller's Market

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 very bikeable with some transit options. Lighthouse-The Circles has 3 parks for recreational activities.It is fairly dense in population with 13.0 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% of residents renting and 61% 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.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lighthouse-The Circles?
The median home price in Lighthouse-The Circles is $1,799,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $359,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.95%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $9,530 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $408K 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 24:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
  • Mission Hill Middle School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
  • Soquel High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
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 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.
  • Holy Cross has a student teacher ratio of 12:1.
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, 95003 and 95010.
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, Westlake and Lower Ocean.
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