Living Within Santa Cruz County Zip Codes
There are a variety of communities in Santa Cruz County with great ocean views such as Seacliff, Rio Del Mar, and Seascape. There is also a great mix of real estate from luxury ocean-view homes, to cabins in the redwoods, or beautiful ranches for horses in Santa Cruz County. Santa Cruz has many vineyards in Corralitos, Bonny Doon, and the Santa Cruz Mountains. In the surrounding Monterey County, there are lovely horse ranches and vineyards in Carmel Valley.
The City of Santa Cruz for which the county is named is the most popular place to settle in the county though many people that live outside actual city limits but inside the county still refer to themselves as living in Santa Cruz. The actual city of Santa Cruz has an eclectic and relaxed coastal California atmosphere without the overly beach town vibes most people come to think of as coastal California. Santa Cruz Cruz and Santa Cruz County also offer the gorgeous setting of the mountains and forest giving it a well-rounded outdoor California atmosphere. And let's not forget the amazing art scene, college, and small hometown vibes it offers as well.
Outdoor Activities in and Near Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County and the nearby surrounding areas are a mecca of activities no matter what type of activity you prefer. There is certainly plenty to do for those who enjoy the outdoors in almost every type of outdoor setting. The scenic Santa Cruz Mountains, the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, and a network of parks wait in your backyard for those who love nature. See the towering redwoods in the San Lorenzo Valley, which have a strong history, tied to the beginnings and building up of Santa Cruz itself. Local residents and visitors can enjoy over 100,000 acres of unblemished public parks, beaches, mountain forests, and wildlife habitats in an area with a liberal outlook where keen respect for the environment is more than just a slogan. Santa Cruz County is home to many sports with so many residents taking full opportunity to enjoy what Santa Cruz County has to offer. Some of the most popular sports here include surfing, sailing, fishing, kiteboarding, volleyball, hiking, and others.
Discovering the Different Zip Code Areas Within Santa Cruz County
For more information on all of the areas to live within Santa Cruz County you can click on the individual areas above. When you click on the link you will discover a whole new page that talks specifically about a single zip code in Santa Cruz County and the type of properties you can find within the area. It is a very helpful tool if you know the specific area of Santa Cruz County you are interested in living in or would like to gather the most in-depth information about different areas of Santa Cruz County as far as what the real estate has to offer there. Just look for the gray box above labeled Santa Cruz County Zip Codes.
Finding the Santa Cruz County Home That Best Meets Your Needs
As a local Santa Cruz County and Monterey County Realtor and broker with more than 25 years of experience, I can point you in the direction of the best Santa Cruz County real estate deals available, whether you're buying or selling a home. Explore this website to see the many services I offer, including all of the practical basic information you need to relocate to the Santa Cruz County area or to Monterey County areas.
You can easily search for available properties currently for sale in Santa Cruz County that are listed on the MLS here. There are available Santa Cruz County property online listings included on this page above. If you are looking for the newest Santa Cruz real estate listings available, they are located right here. Features you may find helpful and insightful on this site are bird's eye views, map searches for specific neighborhoods, as well as pages of the best neighborhoods to live in. You will find ocean-view condominiums, Rio Del Mar Beach homes, and all other properties for sale in Santa Cruz County and Monterey County.
If you know the type of Santa Cruz County home you are looking for, we are happy to begin a customized home search of Santa Cruz County properties for you. This way you will be notified of Santa Cruz County properties that meet your search criteria as soon as they hit the market.
