Santa Cruz Gardens House for Sale

Santa Cruz Gardens is a midcentury subdivision nestled in woodland scenery just north of Santa Cruz and Capitola. The neighborhood is known for its ranch-style homes from the 1960s, with some newer contemporary designs, and features sidewalks, manicured lawns, and lush landscaping. Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School, New Brighton Middle School, and Harbor High School are highly rated, making the area attractive to families. The neighborhood has low traffic, contributing to its safer-than-average crime rate. Santa Cruz Gardens County Park offers a playground, picnic areas, and access to the Blue Trail, while a neighborhood pool provides a spot to cool off in the summer. Chaminade Resort & Spa, located just west, features a fitness center and tennis courts open to local memberships. De Laveaga Park, 2 miles west, offers extensive recreational facilities, including trails, baseball fields, an archery range, and a golf course. The closest beaches, Seabright Beach, Capitola, and Twin Lakes, are about 3 miles south. While there are no shopping or dining options within the neighborhood, residents are just 3 miles from Capitola’s beachfront attractions and 5 miles from Downtown Santa Cruz, which features a variety of eateries, cafes, and nightlife. Grocery stores like Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, and Safeway are within 4 miles. The neighborhood is conveniently located about 2 miles from the nearest State Route 1 on-ramp, facilitating commutes along the Pacific coast. Dignity Health – Dominican Hospital, a major medical center, is a mile south. However, the area is at an increased risk of wildfires, a growing concern in California.