CJ’s Santa Cruz Blog 
A Renovated Gem
Friday, February 3rd, 2012 by CJ de Heer — 3 Views, 0 Comments
See www.118Hugus.com for details.
November ’11 Median Home
Tuesday, December 6th, 2011 by CJ de Heer — 166 Views, 0 Comments
1805 Silvana Lane in Live Oak is this month's median home (see Santa Cruz County market statistics). This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, 1,615-square-foot home sold for $415,500 and was on the market 210 days. Listing agent's remarks: "Bank Owned Opportunity! Contemporary 3Br/2.5Ba Newer Home in Desirable Live Oak Neighborhood. Close to Beach.Large Wooden Deck. Open Floor Plan. Ground Floor Master BR Suite. Wood Burning Fireplace in LR. Tile, Hardwood, Carpeted Flooring."
October ’11 Median Home
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011 by CJ de Heer — 132 Views, 0 Comments
1214 Broadway in Santa Cruz is this month's median home (see Santa Cruz County market statistics). This -bedroom, 2-bath, 2000-square-foot home sold for $470,000 and was on the market 14 days. Listing agent's remarks: "Unique location! Perfect for contractor,investor."
September ’11 Median Home
Tuesday, October 18th, 2011 by CJ de Heer — 228 Views, 0 Comments
2600 Soquel San Jose Road in Soquel is this month's median home (see Santa Cruz County market statistics). This -bedroom, 3-bath, 2,900-square-foot home sold for $500,000 and was on the market 1,038 days. Listing agent's remarks: "2.5 acres mins from town/beaches. Lush greenery/redwoods/seasonal creek. Extended family situation, artist compound or home with rental unit & income. Property includes 3 bed Victorian main house, 2 bed cottage, large outfitted workshop, storage shed and lean-to. Adjacent 2.5 ac parcel w/ home, artist studio & flat sunny area also for sale"
August ’11 Median Home
Tuesday, October 18th, 2011 by CJ de Heer — 151 Views, 0 Comments
519 Monterey Drive in Rio del Mar is this month's median home (see Santa Cruz County market statistics). This -bedroom, 2-bath, 1230-square-foot home sold for $490,000 and was on the market 21 days. Listing agent's remarks: "Yes there is an Ocean View! Wonderful home with Tahoe Chalet Charm. Open up the sliding doors and let the outside in. Relax on the expansive front deck or the private deck off the loft. Cathedral ceiling in living room gives an open feel. 2 bedrooms downstairs (one with sliding door to yard). Attached carport with 2 storage closets. Nice yard with lots of possibilities."
Vacation Rental Ordinance Deadline
Sunday, October 16th, 2011 by CJ de Heer — 145 Views, 0 Comments
Spotlight On: County of Santa Cruz Vacation Rental Ordinance
The County’s enforcement of their recent Vacation Rental Ordinance (Ord. No. 5092) which became effective in July is causing quite a stir in Santa Cruz County. The County has opened up the application process for those applying for existing Vacation Rental Permits for a 90-day window ending on November 28, 2011, after which the application process will change and all vacation rental applications will be considered as new. The Santa Cruz Sentinel reported on the ordinance in their October 8 issue, explaining that the recent changes are leaving many property owners confused and concerned. The process of obtaining a land use permit from the County can be cumbersome, especially for those…
July ’11 Median Home
Tuesday, August 9th, 2011 by CJ de Heer — 264 Views, 0 Comments
2032 Koopmans Avenue in Live Oak is this month's median home (see Santa Cruz County market statistics). This 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1202-square-foot home sold for $460,000 and was on the market 142 days. Listing agent's remarks: "Reduced by $60,000-Priced to Sell, NOT a short sale. Move in ready immaculate 3 Br single level home with attached 2 car garage. Large corner lot with plenty of off street parking for boat/rv. Easy freeway access. Walk to nearby schools and parks. New windows, carpet and new roof in 2007 with 40 year warranty."
June ’11 Median Home
Sunday, July 10th, 2011 by CJ de Heer — 335 Views, 0 Comments
2635 Lode Street in Live Oak is this month's median home (see Santa Cruz County market statistics). This 2-bedroom, 1-bath, 866-square-foot home sold for $550,000 and was on the market 14 days. Listing agent's remarks: "Great combination between location, affordability and charm. Blocks to world class, surf, sand and one of the best dog beaches in Santa Cruz. Did I mention sunsets! Good size lots and short street. What a great place to start and add on to. Plenty of room for an ADU."
Oceanfront Home Reduced $300,000
Saturday, July 9th, 2011 by CJ de Heer — 484 Views, 0 Comments
Absolutely the best value in Pajaro Dunes (or anywhere on the ocean in Santa Cruz County), this home was just reduced $300,000 to $1.6M. On the sand in one of Santa Cruz County's most exclusive beachfront developments. Visit www.106WilletCircle.com for details.
Santa Cruz Makes Yahoo!'s List of Top 11 Beach Towns
Tuesday, June 14th, 2011 by CJ de Heer — 325 Views, 0 Comments
Just in time for summer, Yahoo! has published "Great American Beach Towns," a list of 11 easy-to-get-to, old-fashioned seaside escapes, and Santa Cruz is the only California town to make the list. And with 29 miles of beaches, the central coast's best microclimate, and a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities, it's no wonder.
Go Santa Cruz!
