Rio Del Mar/Seascape Real Estate

Welcome to Rio Del Mar and Seascape, two enchanting coastal communities nestled along the stunning shores of Santa Cruz County, California. Known for their picturesque landscapes and vibrant beach culture, these neighborhoods offer an idyllic lifestyle that seamlessly blends relaxation with outdoor adventure.

Rio Del Mar boasts a serene atmosphere, characterized by its beautiful beaches, scenic walking trails, and charming residential streets. Here, you can take in breathtaking ocean views while strolling along the sandy shores or enjoy a leisurely bike ride through the lush coastal trails. The community is also home to the historic Rio Del Mar Beach, perfect for sunbathing, picnicking, and water sports.

Just a stone’s throw away, Seascape enchants residents and visitors alike with its upscale beach resorts and family-friendly amenities. This vibrant locale features an array of shops, restaurants, and recreational facilities, making it a hub for both relaxation and entertainment. The Seascape Golf Club, with its manicured greens and stunning ocean vistas, offers an exceptional golfing experience for enthusiasts of all skill levels.

Families will appreciate the top-rated schools and community parks, fostering a strong sense of belonging and connection. With its mild climate, residents enjoy year-round outdoor activities, from surfing and kayaking to hiking in the nearby redwood forests.

Whether you’re seeking a permanent residence or a vacation getaway, Rio Del Mar and Seascape provide a unique blend of coastal charm and community spirit. Embrace the coastal lifestyle and discover the perfect place to call home in this beautiful corner of California!

Newest Listings in Rio Del Mar/Seascape

$250,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82057479 MLS ⋅ Sumner Woods BLDG.

Own your slice of the Aptos beach lifestyle! This is a FRACTIONAL OWNERSHIP opportunity offering approximately 6-7 weeks of use per year in a beautifully maintained coastal retreat. Enjoy the benefits of a second home without the full-time expense, with a rotating schedule that provides flexibility throughout the year. Whether you're seeking weekend escapes, family vacations, or a relaxing beach getaway, this is an affordable way to enjoy coastal living. Ideally located near Seascape Resort, Seascape Golf Club, private beach access, shopping, dining, and miles of scenic coastline, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 2,019± sq. ft. of inviting living space. Vaulted ceilings, skylights, and abundant natural light enhance the home's open feel. The kitchen features granite countertops, a gas cooktop, built-in oven, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator. Enjoy a cozy wood-burning fireplace, spacious primary suite with updated bath and dual sinks, indoor laundry, central forced-air heating, double-pane windows, and an attached 2-car garage. A rare opportunity to enjoy a second home in one of Aptos' most desirable beach communities.

103 Dunsmuir CT, Aptos

Listed by Chelsie Wiget, 831-421-2024 from eXp Realty of California Inc
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$1,955,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82057382 MLS

Tucked away on a peaceful, private lot in the incredible Seascape Beach neighborhood you are just a short walk to the beach, golf and restaurants from this spacious 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home. Offering 3,272 sq. ft. of living space on a 10,359 sq. ft. lot the home features an open floorplan as well as cozy nook areas perfect for relaxing with a good book or just enjoying the beautiful gardens. The kitchen features tile countertops, a built-in oven, electric oven range, refrigerator, and more. Flooring throughout includes tile, carpet, and hardwood. The living room includes a wood-burning fireplace, adding warmth and character. The home has multiple bedrooms on the ground floor, including more than one primary bedroom with walk-in closets. Bathrooms feature double sinks, tile finishes, and a full bath on the ground floor. Additional highlights include a separate family room, dining area, vaulted and open beam ceilings, and skylights. There is also a large guest site with separate entrance perfect for visitors or extended family. The laundry is conveniently located in the utility room. Heating is provided by central forced-air gas, and double-pane windows contribute to energy efficiency. The property includes a large 2-car garage

135 Seabreeze PL, Aptos

Listed by Kelley Trousdale, 831-566-7070 from Santa Cruz Estates
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$1,575,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82057137 MLS

Welcome to your dream beach bungalow in the heart of Rio Del Mar. Situated on a spacious corner lot, this charming home features a private circular driveway and a stunning custom copper gate. Step through the inviting Santa Barbara-style Dutch door into a bright, open floor plan where the custom kitchen, dining area, and living room flow seamlessly together. French doors open onto a beautiful deck, offering serene views of towering redwoods and lush greenery, the perfect setting for relaxation or entertaining. Experience the best of coastal living in this tranquil retreat, located just steps away from the golf course, beach, shopping center, and a variety of casual and fine dining options.

514 Humes AVE, Aptos

Listed by Margie Kiedrowski, 831-212-6693 from Allen Property Group, Inc.
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$1,985,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82057023 MLS

Quintessential Aptos single level home on a large meticulously landscaped lot in the desirable Cliff Drive neighborhood. 3 bedrooms with 3 en-suite full-size private bathrooms. Freshly painted interior, recently refinished original oak floors, old growth redwood ceiling with decorative trim and antique doors throughout the home. Sunlit rooms with skylights throughout home. Large family room with built-in shelving and bay window seating. Mostly drought tolerant native plants with some protea provide bouquets year around. Apple trees include pippin, red delicious, crab and winter banana. Concrete pathways connect the backyard, which also features a recently replaced redwood deck and roomy workshop. This home is only two blocks from an ocean lookout and public beach access trail. The home's location, situated near a golf course, the freeway and the beach, is ideal and will make for an enchanted home base.

215 Lamanda DR, Aptos

Listed by Mike Morgan, 831-419-1225 from Coldwell Banker Realty
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$1,695,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82057018 MLS ⋅ Country Club Park BLDG.

This is a home for Celebrations. Birthday parties, Good grades from school, holidays or just great flowers from the garden. Single level with old fashioned charm. Recent updates make this a wonderful home. Perfect flow from kitchen, to the Family Room into the Living Room. The Bay Window looking out into the back yard begs for a good book. The large sunny stone patio is its own sanctuary with a fountain and flowers. 4 bedrooms, 2 &1/2 baths and an indoor laundry room complete this ideal floorpan. All of this on almost 1/4 acre flat lot w/ a Heritage Redwood tree. The location is hard to beat! Walk to the Beach, walk to Rio Del Mar Elementary. Deer Park Center is 1.4miles and has everything you need. Seascape Swim & Racquet, and the Resort are less than a mile. Biking and Hiking and the Beach are all part of the lifestyle of Aptos. This part of Santa Cruz is more relaxed and has a wonderful community. The most excellent Schools, Great Shopping, and wonderful events.

411 Baltusrol DR, Aptos

Listed by Katy King, 831-247-6614 from Bailey Properties
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$1,250,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82056649 MLS

Some homes are beautiful in photos. This one feels even more special in person. Every corner of 527 Clubhouse Drive reflects a genuine love for design. Crisp white walls create a clean backdrop, while pottery, sculptural vases, natural textures, and warm finishes bring character and color without ever feeling busy or overdone. The kitchen continues that thoughtful look with beautiful quartz countertops, warm wood cabinetry, and finishes that feel modern, inviting, and timeless. With two bedrooms, two bathrooms, vaulted ceilings, expansive windows, and a connected layout, the home feels warm and beautifully cohesive. Outside, white siding, black trim, wood accents, and lush landscaping give the home so much charm. The backyard feels like a private little oasis, with several places to relax, a fire pit, an upper patio, a peaceful fountain, and a charming shed used as a Pilates and workout space. Located near Seascape Golf Club, the home offers a relaxed Aptos lifestyle just minutes from the beach, Deer Park Shopping Center, Aptos Village, local dining, and Nisene Marks.

527 Clubhouse DR, Aptos

Listed by Strock Team, 831-688-9800 from eXp Realty of California Inc
(If provided) CoList: Marie Hoffman from Strock Real Estate

$2,195,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82056556 MLS

Wake up to sparkling distant views and ocean peeks that start every day in beach mode! Just a short stroll to Rio del Mar Beach, Seascape Resort & Golf Club, parks, top-rated Rio del Mar Elementary, boutiques, and dining, this beautifully updated home offers the ultimate Aptos coastal lifestyle. Designed for flexibility, the main level lives like a spacious single-level 4BR/2BA home, while the remodeled lower level features a separate family room with fireplace, oversized bedroom, half bath, and flexible space perfect for guests, multi-generational living, or future ADU. Ocean peeks grace nearly every upstairs room, while the expansive multi-tiered backyard invites summer BBQs, gardening, and outdoor entertaining. Surrounded by wildlife conservation land, you'll enjoy privacy, nature, and a peaceful setting. Loaded with upgrades including 30 owned solar panels, 2 owned Tesla Powerwalls, dual-zone HVAC, remodeled baths, refreshed kitchen, new upstairs laundry w/ LG washer/dryer, custom closets, built-in wine fridge, finished garage, abundant storage, & security system. Minutes from miles of sandy beaches, surfing, Nisene Marks State Park, Capitola, Santa Cruz, Monterey, & Highway 1this spacious, energy-efficient home offers a relaxed beach vibe, versatile spaces, & room to grow.

504 Cuesta DR, Aptos

Listed by Teresa Marlow, 831-818-3430 from Compass
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$1,195,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82055879 MLS

130 Carrera Circle is a stunningly crafted end-unit townhome that has all the amenities of a single-family residence. Indoor-outdoor living with a large deck and patio and huge yard perfect for entertaining, kids, or relaxing at the end of the day. The kitchen and all three baths have been updated with top-quality appliances, fixtures, and finishes. The primary bathroom features an elegant stone soaking tub and exquisite walk-in shower. Engineered wood floors and a gas fireplace provide warmth to the living area. The kitchen is a cook's dream, with eye-pleasing Brazilian granite counters, a 36-inch oven-cooktop, and a built-in fridge with walnut cabinets. Other amenities include a good-sized two-car garage and current HOA dues of $475 per month. Located just a short distance from the Rio Del Mar State Beaches, dining, shopping, Seascape Golf, Rio Del Mar Tennis Club and Pool, within the Rio Del Mar Elementary school boundary, or the walking and biking trails of Nisene Marks Park, this beautiful townhome is the ideal place to call home.

130 Carrera CIR, Aptos

Listed by Bret Zischke, 831-234-2442 from Bailey Properties
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$1,895,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82056057 MLS

Some homes make you fall in love the moment you arrive. This is one of them. Step inside, and the calm is immediate. Light spills through vaulted, beamed ceilings, the blue of Monterey Bay fills every window, and every detail feels deliberate, as it should be. Modern without trying too hard, elegant without feeling formal. Built in 1938 on land once part of Claus Spreckels' Aptos Rancho, this home carries a rare thread of history, long before Rio became the neighborhood it is today. Living spaces flow easily indoors to out, anchored by a white brick fireplace and timeless finishes. Glass doors open onto covered patios and a striking tiled fireplace, made for long dinners and evenings watching the bay change color. Beyond, a spacious backyard offers space for whatever you dream up. A detached structure at the rear offers potential: an ADU, a guest retreat, a studio, an office. The bedroom is a quiet luxury, set beneath vaulted ceilings with soft light through picture windows. Two closets offer effortless storage, and the room feels serene, private, and impeccably finished, a true retreat at day's end. Minutes from Seacliff Beach, Aptos Village, and Nisene Marks, this is more than a beautiful home. It's an invitation to slow down and remember how good coastal living can feel.

221 Highland DR, Aptos

Listed by Strock Team, 831-688-9800 from eXp Realty of California Inc
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$1,498,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82055856 MLS ⋅ Colony II BLDG.

A M A Z I N G - Wake up to the blue Pacific every morning from your primary suite. Updated interiors, a spacious layout and stunning sunsets welcome you home to 1125 Via Tornasol, your coastal retreat in the sought-after, gated Colony II community. This captivating home showcases the ease of seaside living with the perfect combination of contemporary elegance and relaxed beach vibe. Renovated throughout, with room for everyone between the kitchen - family room combo, living & dining rooms and sun-drenched deck. Vaulted ceilings and ample windows make for a light, bright main living area. The primary suite is a true oasis of comfort, featuring a private balcony, fireplace and spacious ensuite bath. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests or a home office. While all these amenities make it difficult to ever imagine leaving, the beach life is calling you! Walk the private HOA beach trail leading to miles of sandy shoreline, or enjoy nearby golf, dining + more. Make every day a vacation with this location that feels worthy of a five-star resort. Relax and SEA what time on the coast can do for you. It's a lifestyle you have been dreaming of, a home away from home, with the sand and surf ready for your enjoyment. When location means everything, this takes it up a notch.

1125 Via Tornasol, Aptos

Listed by Amber Melenudo, 831-566-2263 from Sotheby's International Realty
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$549,990

ML82055760 MLS

BUILDABLE 10,454 SF lot in Rio Del Mar-Approved Plans for 2BR/2.5 BA Home. A rare opportunity in one of Aptos/Rio Del Mar most desirable private neighborhoods. This purchase comes with plans for 1,308 SF 2br/2.5ba home with 2 car garage offering a buyer the chance to build their own home with much of the approval completed to complete this beauty home. The final building permit is in process. The coastal has been approved. Seller has completed the process required. Utilities,water-sewer-electrical on site. This lot comes with ACTIVE/IN SERVICE WATER METER. Four layout plans options are posted on site to review.Location a major draw:Seascape resort-Rio del Mar beach-Nisene Marks State Park-local shopping-Diningand easy access to Highway 1.

502 Loma Prieta DR, Aptos

Listed by Cheri Nilsson, 831-239-5289 from Vista Properties Inc
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$1,950,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82054728 MLS

Rare opportunity to own in one of Aptos' most beloved beachside neighborhoods, just moments from Hidden Beach. This home offers ocean views, abundant off-street parking, and a split-level floor plan with endless potential. The original kitchen, baths, and family room provide the perfect opportunity to update and create your own coastal retreat while adding instant value. Located within the highly regarded Aptos school district, this is an ideal full-time residence, second home, or investment property on a street where neighbors rarely leave and community pride shines.

649 Bayview DR, Aptos

Listed by Jennifer Watson, 831-254-8654 from Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
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