Watsonville, CA Homes for Sale


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Watsonville is a large city in Santa Cruz County, California that is approximately 20 miles east of the city of Santa Cruz, and 20 miles north of Salinas. The city has a population of over 50,000 wherein a good portion of it are migrant families. The city has a rich culture with diverse ethnic communities throughout its many neighborhoods. The land area of Watsonville is a combination of large swathes of fertile farmlands surrounding a metropolitan center with commercial districts and suburban communities. Farming is the backbone of Watsonville, and a good portion of the population works in the many fields of the region.

Watsonville homes are primarily single-family houses in suburban neighborhoods. These residences have different designs from classic ranch-style homes to mobile homes, and to custom-built houses. There are also several luxury properties in private communities in a few exclusive neighborhoods. Home buyers looking to purchase real estate in the city can choose from a wide variety of housing options allowing them to pick a property that best matches the needs of their family.

Community Amenities:

Watsonville Municipal Airport
Watsonville Community Hospital
Pajaro Park
Callaghan Park and Cultural Center
Flodberg Park
Peace Drive Park
Ramsay Park Family Center

School Information:

Freedom Elementary School
Rolling Hills Middle School
Watsonville High

Homes for Sale in Watsonville, CA

Welcome to the Dietrich Ranch. Privately nestled in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, this secluded 191-acre private retreat awaits its new owner. The preserve-like setting features a 31.6-acre apple orchard, equestrian facilities, small vineyard and plenty of open rangeland. A private gated entrance and long driveway leads to the 3,940 sq. ft. custom home, which is tastefully appointed w/ a large kitchen, open floor plan w/ soaring ceilings, private office, 3 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths & two large outdoor porches, which will be enjoyed in this warm micro-climate. A large 2,560 sq. ft. garage w/ 4 roll up doors offers abundant storage for your car collection or other hobby. A separate 1 bed, 1 bath guest house, horse barn w/ stables & hay barn round out the improvements. This unique property, all within close proximity to Silicon Valley, Santa Cruz and the Monterey Peninsula, offers the rare chance to escape our busy schedules and recharge in solitude or with friends and family.

1483 Green Valley RD

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,940 SqFt
191.240 Acres

First time ever on the market. Beautiful estate home perched on an oak studded knoll overlooking the Monterey Bay and surrounding foothills. Walls of glass bring sunshine & sunsets into every room of the home. As you take the sweeping steps to the entry you cannot help but turn & take in the view of West Santa Cruz & the bay. Soaring double glass doors draw you into a chic tile entry leading to the living room & formal dining. Master bedroom suite features his and hers walk in closets & master bath with corner view tub. Stroll out to the hot tub nestled under a canopy of oaks. Granite kitchen opens to dining area & family room offering both chef and diner the benefit of the views. An optimal entertainment setting. Enjoy morning or evening refreshments on the south west patios. Guest wing balances the home & gives your family or visitors a sense of privacy. Each has access to a private bathroom and view patio. Exterior fireplace & patio overlooking the hills of Larkin Valley.

745 Mockingbird Ridge RD

WATSONVILLE, California

6 Beds
6 Baths
5,153 SqFt
12.938 Acres

NEW PRICE!! Sold as three contiguous parcels. 758 Haines Ranch Rd, parcel # 105-301-05, is a 3 bedroom 2 bath home, updated kitchen w/granite counters & stainless steel appliances, spacious bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, 3 car garage w/separate, approx. 2500sf workshop, situated on approx. 20 acres, space for horses, gardening & hobbies, room for all of your toys (RV, Boat, etc.). Relax... and enjoy. 765 Haines Ranch road, parcel #105-301-02, 18 acres, zoned SU. Several Acres of Flat Sunny Buildable Land. Two wells & concrete slab for water tanks. Septic Perc test and geo-tech reports completed. Gravel road completed. Pre-run power conduit 480volt/3phase. Phone lines installed. Previously approved plans to build 5800 SF gorgeous log home. Ideal horse property, ranch or vineyard... the possibilities are endless. Includes parcel #105-301-07, 28 acres, zoned A-O

758 Haines Ranch RD

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,025 SqFt
66 Acres

One of a kind heritage property in sunny Corralitos. A park-like sanctuary retreat with gorgeous valley and Monterey Bay views. Options abound with 3 legal parcels totaling nearly 30 private acres. Stunning, single level home with open floor plan, private master suite and two additional en-suites, formal and informal dining, large family room with Rumford fireplace & wet bar, Additionally, a large downstairs bonus room and half bath is ideal for a game room or separate guest quarters. Sun-drenched, landscaped yard with gated pool, a tennis court and abundant garden space plus five & two car detached garages. Parcels border the Byrne-Milliron Forest, a 402-acre Land Trust working forest with hiking trails & panoramic views of the Monterey Bay. Additional 10- and 8-acre legal parcels included in list price. Feasibility report available from Hamilton Land Planning. See disclosure pkg link for in-person visit rules.

869 Browns Valley RD

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
4 Baths
2,893 SqFt
10.833 Acres

Beach style living.Ocean View end unit.Completely furnished good history rental unit. Original owners. First time listed. Good condition with original style. Walk out door to path to beach. Views from windows with multiple decks to entertain friends and family. Private gated community.Lifestyle for those who want BeachFront lifestyle and relax. Amazing sunsets along with wildlife surrounding the area. Rarely available end unit at this size. Best layout in the complex/end unit. HOA covers windows and many things in fee. With VRBO and vacation rentals status unknown in Santa Cruz county this is area that is allowed to have that opportunity and also have personal usage. Quiet setting to relax and enjoy nature.

13 Cypress Grove

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,635 SqFt
0.039 Acres

Panoramic Monterey Bay View! Estate size property on approx 6 Acres, overlooking the coastline of Santa Cruz county & Monterey Bay. Perched on a hilltop this private estate has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 6095 sq ft, formal living & dining rooms, 2 family rooms, country size kitchen, 2 pellet stoves and 1 wood burning FP. You will love the room sizes. There is an Eagles nest/ Bar room perfect for getting away. So many amenities, 2 ovens, two dishwashers, trash compactor, 2 refrigerators, stainless steel railing around patio to relax and enjoy the view and privacy with family & friends. Abundant natural light throughout. Gated entry, location is central to Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Monterey & San Benito Counties. 1248 sq feet Shop/Garage with grease pit and one tall door for a motorhome plus attached garage and storage rooms galore. INCREDIBLE PROPERTY! BRIGHT & OPEN FLOOR PLAN, BRINGS OUTDOORS IN! VIEWS FROM EVERY ROOM! OCEAN, COAST, VALLEY & MOUNTAINS! SPECTACULAR SUNSETS AND CITY LIGHTS!

250 Bella Vista LN

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
4 Baths
6,095 SqFt
6 Acres

Thoroughly renovated entertainer's dream! Huge open floor plan perfect for hosting all of your parties. Skylights provide ample natural light throughout. Two story house with one story living, everything but the garage, storage, dry sauna, workout area and fully appointed man cave/wine bar are on the main upper level. Assessor's shows 3/3 but lives as a flexible 5 bedroom 4 bathroom with a master suite at each end of the home. New composition roof, gourmet kitchen with granite counters, designer bathrooms with jetted tubs, central air conditioning, tankless hot water heater, hardwood and stone floors, new washer and dryer (gas) and custom interior wood doors. Home features synthetic wood decking around the back of the home, mature oak trees and fresh landscaping all around, parking for 10+ including RV/boat parking all on 1.25 acres less than 1 mile to Seascape Resort and approximately 1.3 miles to La Selva Beach.

1880 San Andreas RD

WATSONVILLE, California

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,338 SqFt
1.292 Acres

Equestrian paradise on 19+ acres of land with access to miles and miles of riding trails in Mount Madonna County Park! Enjoy breathtaking ocean views over Pajaro Valley to the Monterey Bay and beyond. Properties like this rarely come on the market. Charming 4 bedroom, 4 bath farmhouse is set up for multi-generational living. Upstairs features 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Gorgeous oak hardwood floors, open beam ceilings, plantation shutters and several custom built-ins really add character to the home. Downstairs features 2 additional bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms. The living room has stone floors and wood burning stove with brick surround. Fully permitted 6 stall custom barn with 14' x 14' stalls, wash rack and immaculate ocean view riding arena. 3 fenced pastures, 20'x40' hoop house for hay storage. World class tack room has potential to be used as a barn manager/ horse trainer's office, art studio or caretaker's cottage. 2 outbuildings for storage. Very unique opportunity!

578 Mount Madonna RD

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,659 SqFt
19.086 Acres

Nestled in the hills with sweeping valley and ocean views, this custom, luxury home is nearly midway between Watsonville and Gilroy, providing convenient commuter access. Extensively renovated, the high-end residence features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and an open floor plan bathed in natural light throughout. Professional grade chefs kitchen includes Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Miele appliances with a stunning oversized custom island. Multiple french doors open great room to brazilian hardwood decks and large decomposed granite patio. Master bedrooms feature large walk-in closets and bathrooms with dual sinks, custom tile work, and rain showers. Attached 3 car garage offers additional storage space, as does separate detached building complete with electricity and finished walls. Solar panels, two Tesla batteries, and a backup whole-house generator ensure electrical reliability and resilience. Enjoy estate living all within easy reach of both Silicon Valley and the Monterey Peninsula.

40 Pacific View Terrace

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,429 SqFt
4.390 Acres

This beautiful beachfront property only 125 steps to the sand offers 1800 sqft of living space with amazing natural light throughout. The new front porch grants you access to 3 bedrooms & 2 baths downstairs with 2 new sliders (lifetime warranty) opening up to a private Trex deck with an outside shower. The almost completely remodeled upstairs boasts a gorgeous kitchen with Quartz counters and new floors. Enjoy your upper loft dining area while peering out the newly installed windows. Relax and watch sunsets from your upper Trex deck with serene vista views off the family room, and soak in your new sunken energy efficient Hot Tub. The upper deck has cable railing and new low voltage outdoor lighting. This well maintained gated community provides you the coastal living experience you have been dreaming about. See disclosure package for in-person visit rules.

139 Willet CIR

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,800 SqFt
0.213 Acres

Private & gated 2.5 acre property in a sunny Corralitos setting! Charm abounds in this single level, open concept ranch style home. Features include hardwood floors, new windows, gas fireplace, hand-crafted built-in cabinetry & vintage accents throughout. Enjoy an abundance of natural light & picturesque views from every window. Entertain in style with seamless transitions between indoor & outdoor spaces. Enjoy spending time outdoors with an inviting entry courtyard or lounge along side the covered sun-porch that leads to a hot-tub & private outdoor shower. There are gardening spaces galore, mature landscape & a detached, cozy cottage style artist studio (16X16 with heat & electricity). In addition to the house and studio, there are two other buildings; a detached 900 sq ft 4-car tandem garage (pre-plumbed for all utilities) & separate 2400 sq ft barn. The possibilities are endless! This property is within close proximity to the Corralitos Market, schools & several local wineries.

1308 Amesti RD

WATSONVILLE, California

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,801 SqFt
2.653 Acres

Scenic-View County Home. Updated, Vacant, & Move-In Ready. Ranch-Style 3BR-3BA. 2 wells & 2 outbuildings. Gated & fenced. 1.115 acres zoned CA. Many extras! Views of PV farmland and Santa Cruz mountains. Very private with commercial ag on all 4 sides, & no adjacent neighbors. 2 wells with 5,000-gallon water tank. Natural gas. Ornamental landscaping & variety of trees (& birds). Sprinkler system. 600 sf greenhouse-workshop-storage building; separate 300 sf garage-storage-workshop building. Ample room to park RV. 2 raised-bed garden areas. Hwy 129 location within commute driving distance to anywhere on Monterey Bay plus Gilroy, Morgan Hill, Hollister, & Salinas. One-hour drive to San Jose and San Jose airport via Hwy 129 and Hwy 101. Easy access to Gilroy big-box stores and related shopping. Great for families with kids. Room for pets, chickens, gardening, & hobbies. Perfect for small business serving clients anywhere on Monterey Bay & Gilroy to San Jose area.

Address not disclosed

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,173 SqFt
1.115 Acres

Beautiful Oceanfront Townhouse with Spectacular Views! This spacious 3 story townhouse is in the coveted Pajaro Dunes Community and is just steps to the beach. There are 4 large bedrooms, each with their own full bathroom and private deck or patio. The main living area on the top floor features an open concept floor plan with a bright open kitchen, breakfast bar, dining area, large living room with a wood burning fireplace, wet bar, and a fantastic view deck to take in the 180 degree views of the entire Monterey Bay! There are beautiful hardwood floors throughout, a stacked washer & dryer, and a private front patio for BBQ's and outdoor dining. Pajaro Dunes is a gated beachfront community along a gorgeous section of pristine coastline between Santa Cruz and Monterey, featuring tennis courts, walking trails, beautiful natural landscaping, and fantastic beaches! This wonderful vacation home is being sold fully furnished and ready to move right in and enjoy life at the beach!

7 Cypress

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,408 SqFt
0.038 Acres

Country Living never looked so good! This charming Corralitos property sits just a couple minutes from the center of town and offers 78 acres of TP Zoned acreage! It is truly a Horse Lover's Paradise. The main home is single level with 1,200 sqft and offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, an open floor plan and tons of natural light. The guest house has a full kitchen, bath, bedroom and loft space, perfect for guests or caretaker. Additionally it has a 3-car garage, dog house, chicken coop, above-ground pool, and fenced in garden with way too many varieties of plants/fruit to list. Its magical setting and all day sunshine, along with the privacy and possibilities of all its acreage make for a special opportunity for homeownership. All the structures on this property were made from trees harvested right from the land. And if that's not enough to make you fall in love, then drive up to the several other usable areas of the property all the way to the top with breathtaking Monterey Bay views.

360 Old Evans RD

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,800 SqFt
78.101 Acres

Endless Options for this unique property which has functioned as four separate units. Large single level home offers a flexible floor plan that can be used for multi-generational living. Two kitchens and two living areas in the main home! Spacious living room with hardwood floors and fireplace has glass doors that open to the backyard. Great set up for indoor/outdoor living. Gorgeous backyard features mature landscaping and low maintenance artificial grass lawn. Attached studio with private entrance, is an ideal space for a home office or arts and crafts room. The large detached structure has high open beam ceilings, stained glass window, skylights, kitchen and full bathroom. Plenty of off-street parking. Only minutes to the beach!

1185 San Andreas RD

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,959 SqFt
0.291 Acres

Beautiful custom built home on 10+- acres. Extremely private. Gorgeous redwoods all around. Could be a 4 bedroom home. Beautiful built-ins and French doors in every room. Heated tile floors. Custom tile throughout. Office with separate entrance. Sunny, grassy yard with flowers. Creek on property.

1241 Hazel Dell RD

WATSONVILLE, California

2 Beds
3 Baths
2,196 SqFt
10.386 Acres

FRONT ROW ON THE SAND! Pajaro Dunes perfection with this 4 bedroom, 3 bath 1,690 square foot "everyday is a vacation" property! Ocean air and long sunny beach days await at this front-row ocean front home. Featuring 180 degree ocean views, walk onto the sand access and plenty of room inside for large groups or entertaining. And with 4 full bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, this makes a powerhouse VACATION RENTAL with solid rental history. Enjoy passive income if you choose or spend all year at the resort-like Pajaro Dunes facilities, including tennis, beach access, games, meeting rooms and more! Kitchen boasts a bar for entertaining and the family room has a large bay-view window with white sand views and waves crashing right in front of your eyes. Enjoy watching the dolphins jump and the whales pass by from the comfort of this magical condo. Take a path directly from this unit to the large swaths of open beach. This is possibly THE best location in Pajaro Dunes.

6 Pelican PT

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,690 SqFt

Located in one of Watsonville's finest neighborhoods. This home is truly one-of-a-kind. The main house is approximately 1,500 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 and a half bathrooms. The guest unit was built in the early 1980's. With a separate entrance, it boasts approximately an additional 1,500 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a full kitchen. There are two areas for laundry hook-ups. The double car garage has been divided into two single car garages. This is a very special home because the new owner can rent the guest unit or make this remarkable property a family compound. You must see it to truly believe it. The potential is endless. The home is conveniently located near a variety of shops and grocery stores. For those who like a long walk in nature, this home is near the walking trails in Struve Slough.

5 Longview DR

WATSONVILLE, California

6 Beds
4 Baths
3,067 SqFt
0.281 Acres

Welcome to 367 Summit Road, truly a little piece of paradise, nestled amongst the Redwoods, with sweeping views all the way to Monterey Bay, situated just outside of Mount Madonna County Park, yet only about 45 minutes to the heart of Silicon Valley. This beautiful custom home is everything you would expect to find in such a tranquil location. Large living area highlighted by views of the Redwoods and vaulted ceilings. Formal Dining Area. Breakfast Nook / Eat-In Kitchen. Two Ground Floor Bedrooms. Upstairs, Master, Loft-Style Bedroom. Mud Room / Laundry Area. Detached Two Car Garage with studio-style apartment, perfect for visitors or a hobby room. Plenty of Deck Space to relax and take in the amazing views. Plenty of Flat Land perfect for outdoor use. The La Cima Community consists of 6 home sites + an undivided interest in the 131 Acres of bordering Redwoods, which are harvested approx. every 12-15 years; Last harvest brought over $130K per parcel. DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!

367 Summit RD

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,172 SqFt
1 Acres

Two parcels of prime Corralitos agricultural property, combined to offer unlimited options for 6 flat, sunny acres. An orchard w/neat rows of fruit trees? A private vineyard featuring your favorite varietal? Abundant olive trees? Happy horses grazing outside your windows? Build your dream house? All of the above? The possibilities are endless, & enticing. An existing farm house on the property includes a LR w/a wood-burning stove on a tile hearth & spacious country kitchen overlooking the sunny yard outside, two carpeted bedrooms, & bath. The laundry room offers more storage options. 2-car garage, & separate barn nearby on the grounds. The farm house could be a base of operations for farming the adjacent agricultural parcel, or a temporary spot while a larger home takes shape on this beautiful, pastoral, peaceful piece of property, surrounded by graceful trees & sunny skies. Situated along the Corralitos Creek, the fertile land & combined parcels offer a unique opportunity.

270 Eureka Canyon RD

WATSONVILLE, California

2 Beds
1 Baths
712 SqFt
6.086 Acres