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

Poised and serene in the prestigious gated Aptos Ridge Estates, this elegantly appointed home with incomparable 360-degree views will capture your imagination. The dramatic, arched double doors open to interior fountain, marble staircase and epic views of the Monterey Bay. Enjoy timeless comfort, a center of peace. Private but not isolated. Intimate and yet grand. Minutes from Santa Cruz & Monterey, 90 mins to San Francisco. The 6,600+ square foot residence on 4 acres features an olive orchard, lavish parking, 4 bedrooms, 2 office spaces, billiard room, bar, 2 laundry areas, Game of Thrones glamour dining room w/custom iron doors guarding the wine cellar & coffered ceilings + custom paint work. Kitchen cabinets present as custom furnishings w/ separate freezer and refrig and more. A sophisticated swimming pool & deck area, firepit wide views of the Monterey Bay, city lights AND the mountains! An attached three car garage & additional RV garage, which has an indoor basketball court.

372 Aptos Ridge CIR

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
5 Baths
6,614 SqFt
3.890 Acres

Relax, unwind, & take in the cool ocean breeze. Feel the sand between your toes just out your back door. Perfect retreat destination & desired vacation rental front row nestled on the sand dunes at the private gated community of Pajaro Dunes. Once 2 separate homes, now one offering 2 fully equipped kitchens & 2 family rooms adjoining each other creating a large recreational space with multiple sitting & dining areas. Enjoy incredible ocean & coastline views out walls of windows & an outdoor deck that runs the entire length of the house to watch the sunset or abundant sea life. The downstairs offers another flexible living area; ideal for an office, play area, or just to lounge around. There are 5 bedrooms including two master suites with updated bathrooms. Just steps out to the ocean with miles of sandy beach to play & walk or tennis courts to play a match. A perfect spot to enjoy for large gatherings &/or invest in an income property that is currently used as a vacation rental.

59 Avocet CIR

WATSONVILLE, California

5 Beds
5 Baths
4,736 SqFt
0.209 Acres

Nestled in a gated Larkin Valley Hills community, within an hour of Silicon Valley and minutes to the beach, this ocean view Fred Lattanzio custom designed, mostly single level, home offers a lifestyle of easy elegance, tranquility, and exceptional opportunities for entertaining. I've been told there are 128 windows in this home! The high ceilings, multiple levels of windows, over sized doors, & skylights all bring the mesmerizing views & light inside, allowing the outside and inside environments to seamlessly overlap! Sitting atop 15 sunny ocean view acres dotted with over forty 100 year old producing Sevillano Olive trees, Ginkgo Biloba trees plus a variety of fruit trees, this land creates a Food Forest feast potential! The versatile 5 Bedroom floor plan has a private separate master suite like few others, it's a retreat within a retreat. Additional Private Office space perfect for work from home space. The great room feel of the open kit, living, and dining is unparalled.

484 Mockingbird Ridge RD

WATSONVILLE, California

5 Beds
4 Baths
4,522 SqFt
15.616 Acres

Spectacular 47-acre property with a restored 1912 Craftsman farmhouse. There is a Studio (with its own laundry) behind the farmhouse, a gorgeous converted barn comprised of a master ensuite, game room, and library, a 1000 sq ft processing building (completely finished) and last used as a theater room, trails for dirt bikes or ATVs, horseback riding, or hiking, and the upper portion of the property with jaw-dropping sweeping views of the ocean, Watsonville, hills & forest! Zoned Commercial Ag with financing available that brings your monthly cost to approx 4K a month to own! The property has an abundance of apple trees, accessible blackberry patches, persimmon, meyers lemons, walnuts, plums, large fenced garden, 20,000 gallons of water storage, back up generator, 2 RV hookups, 2 freight container storage facilities, and outbuildings. Turn this back into a farm, a multi-family estate, or explore the possibilities or turning it into an event center. Sq ft is for all combined bldgs.

601 Old Hazel Dell RD

WATSONVILLE, California

5 Beds
4 Baths
4,000 SqFt
47.220 Acres

NEW PRICE!! Sold as three contiguous parcels approx. 66 acres total. 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 Quonset hut/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. 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

758 Haines Ranch RD

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,025 SqFt
66 Acres

The Santora Ranch. Originally an orchard property with an apple packing shed, is now composed of 17.5 acre row crops, a 5,600 sf packing shed, and the original farm house. Plenty of room to park vehicles. Agricultural well and pump for farm land. City water for house and out buildings.

612 Buena Vista DR

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
1 Baths
1,140 SqFt
21.523 Acres

Stunning Serenity. Live surrounded by the tranquility of the Santa Cruz Mountains near the headwaters of Corralitos Creek. 680 Dove Lane can be your own nature preserve complete with meandering trails and complete privacy. Built to be in harmony with the environment, this cedar home feels like a work of art. Soaring high open beam ceilings, walls of windows, multiple decks, covered patios, and beautiful hardwood floors are just a few of the notable features. The kitchens will delight even the most discerning chefs with custom cabinetry, stone counter tops, and top of the line appliances. Inspired by a day at the spa, the bathrooms are beautifully appointed with natural materials, and custom tile work. The HUGE garage is ready to be your dream shop, gym, or studio. Located behind two private gates, the only way to see this home in person is by appointment. Call today for your exclusive tour, and prepare to be blown away. Showing guidelines can be found here: https://bit.ly/3h3Ob7o

680 Dove LN

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,086 SqFt
8.861 Acres

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282 & 294 Browns Valley RD

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,814 SqFt
12.960 Acres

Nestled in sunny Corralitos, 15 mins to beaches & ½ way between Carmel - Santa Cruz, round out a unique coastal lifestyle with many options. Large windows bring abundant bright light into the home on 3+ acres of land that is mixed flat, gently sloped, and steep woods. Possibilities for gardening, livestock or unlimited imagination. A quick 2 min. drive to the fabulous Corralitos market, community center, churches, County park, or restaurant. New roof & fresh exterior paint. Entry area that flows into open concept kitchen with bright views thru large windows, or into living room with open beam ceiling & views to meadows, trees & wildlife, or simply continue through to a 900+ sf newly rebuilt deck for entertaining or peaceful relaxing. Two mins to Cal Fire station for fire safety & EMT's. This property also has a modern & legal rental unit, with separate access that is opposite and secluded from the entrance to the main house. Separate forced air furnace & water heaters.

271 Eureka Canyon RD

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,560 SqFt
3.718 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

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

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

This enchanted large mediterranean style home is located in an upscale exclusive gated community in Aptos Hill/Larkin Valley. The home features an excellent flexible floor plan with 4-5 bedroom 3.5 bath with a bonus room and guest quarters on almost 3 acres. Easy access to Hwy 1, Seascape Beach, La Selva Beach, tennis club and restaurants is a short drive down the road. Historical Corralitos and Freedom are at your back door. There are deeded equestrian trails on the lower portion of this extremely secluded property for riding or hiking. The endless views from the decks are outstanding day & night with no neighbors in site and amazing sunsets. Enjoy the super spa hot tub with it's private deck, new sod lawn and southern sky views. This home has full sun with skylights, high ceilings, multiple decks for entertaining and enjoying outdoor living, high speed internet, a bluetooth cooktop stove, plenty of parking and much more including a finished basement/workshop with 220.

300 Emerald City WAY

WATSONVILLE, California

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,470 SqFt
2.883 Acres

Almost two acres with gorgeous views of the Ocean, Pajaro Valley and beyond. Come see this great property that is just past the Spring Hills Golf Course in a gated community. Stunning views from almost every room await you as you enter the front door. High ceilings and spacious floor plan, new carpet and flooring, FP in living room, wet bar and separate family room boasting more views! Private Master suite with separate viewing deck. Car enthusiasts will love the large detached 3 car garage/shop and extra parking for RV. Separate "granny unit"(not included in square footage) has 2bed/1ba, granite counters and its own driveway and entrance. Horse property includes Barn and chicken coop. Enjoy a variety of fruit trees including apple, orange and lemon, Haas avocado tree and Japanese Maples. This property has so much to offer. You must come see for yourself.

990 Smith RD

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,199 SqFt
1.871 Acres

WOW! As you enter the property, it greets you with peaceful open space hosting fruitful apple and persimmon trees as well as hearty oak and hawthorn trees. Once you step inside the double wide front door, you'll find expansive, floor to ceiling windows on either side of you, showcasing the spectacular valley views that stretch as far east as your eyes will take you. Not only does it have 3 bedrooms all with walk-in closets and 3 bathrooms, it also boasts a home office, two living rooms with beautiful wood-burning fireplaces, formal dining and informal dining spaces with gorgeous Redwood beamed ceilings, a dedicated laundry room, pantry and a two car garage. Don't let us forget to mention it has a fenced acre of land to call your own! This home has been lovingly taken care of by the same family since the day they found the perfect piece of land to build their dream house. The layout was carefully designed to maximize the natural light and forest views. A rare find in the Aptos Hills.

205 Valley Vista LN

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,484 SqFt
1.044 Acres

Welcome to a small corner of paradise found. Equal parts meditation retreat, big sur resort, magical park & 3 acre secret garden w/an astonishing array of plants, fruit trees, flowers, redwoods. All lovingly nestled into a warm, sunny landscape centered around an open meadow, lush riparian stream and rustic 3 bedroom farmhouse. Rural ambiance tucked into the Mt Madonna foothills. End of the road privacy only ten minutes from local coffee, groceries & restaurants. This is the summer camp you went to as a kid w/swimming hole, volleyball, chicken coop, orchard, expansive farm garden, outdoor kitchen, firepit & Santa Maria style BBQ. Original homestead plus 2 det. cabins, barn, woodshop, writers retreat. Quiet sitting areas beneath the shade trees. Walking paths meander through the property & access to more trails on adjoining parcels. A chance to connect to nature & feel off the grid without having to be off the grid. The middle of nowhere and the center of everything at the same time.

389 Webb RD

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
1 Baths
2,325 SqFt
2.401 Acres

Find your peace and serenity in Aptos Hills.This private home is surrounded by nature that welcomes you down a private driveway, and leads to a wrap around porch. As you enter the foyer with vaulted ceilings and oversized windows allows for natural light. With over 2,700 sq ft this 3bedroom 3bathroom home has endless opportunity for your living space needs. Downstairs features a laundry room, bedroom, full bathroom, and a den. This large den features a wood burning fireplace and sliding glass doors leading out to your private deck. Don't miss the bonus room off the garage - ideal for a wine cellar, home office. Come up stairs to an open concept living space with those continued large windows allowing for nature views. Enjoy this large and custom kitchen with plenty of counter space for all your family gatherings. Two additional bedrooms upstairs with a master suite on a separate floor for privacy. Grab your favorite beverage of choice and enjoy watching all the birds on the back deck.

303 White RD

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,719 SqFt
1.028 Acres

All horse enthusiast here is your chance of owning this incredible mini ranch. The main house is inviting with a tiled fireplace, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Inside laundry room off of the kitchen. From the master bedroom is the deck with a hot tub which leads to your backyard/court yard area. Perfect for entertaining with family and friends. Lots of patio and grass area. Adobe Guest house is in the courtyard area and has a full bath. As you venture out of the courtyard area there is the 90x300 arena with lights, a 4 stall pole barn, turn outs, hay storage, tack room, wash rack and a half bath that is attached to the tack room. Also there is a Workshop off of the carport area. This is a must see property for any horse person wanting to have your horses in your own backyard. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity of owing your own mini ranch.

2000 Riverside RD

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,374 SqFt
3.579 Acres

Unique opportunity! This beautiful 5,800 sq.ft. home in the heart of Pajaro Valley, boasts stunning features, with 3 courtyards, 2 gated parking areas, a balcony, soaring ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 1 Master Bath/5 Half Baths, Library, Living/Dining Room, and Kitchen/Pantry. The allowed uses in the RM-2 zoning designation has given this home the ability to be used for small commercial enterprises such as a tutoring space, Airbnb, and an income producing rental. With enough floor space for the whole family, including a multi-generational family to live under one roof, the ability to work comfortably from a home office, or to rent out a section of the home for incoming producing potential, this home is truly a one-of-a-kind property on California's coveted Central Coast.

1106 Lincoln ST

WATSONVILLE, California

3 Beds
5 Baths
5,847 SqFt
0.218 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