Rio Del Mar/Seascape Real Estate

Welcome to Rio Del Mar and Seascape, two of Santa Cruz County’s most cherished coastal gems! Nestled along the stunning California coastline, these vibrant neighborhoods offer a unique blend of natural beauty, community charm, and recreational opportunities, making them an ideal place to call home.

Rio Del Mar boasts a serene, family-friendly atmosphere, with tree-lined streets and easy access to the picturesque Rio Del Mar State Beach. Here, residents can enjoy sun-soaked days building sandcastles, picnicking, or simply soaking in the breathtaking ocean views. The neighborhood is also home to a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants, providing a delightful mix of local flavor and convenience. The warm, welcoming community is perfect for families, retirees, and everyone in between, fostering a sense of belonging that makes living here truly special.

Just a stone's throw away, Seascape is renowned for its stunning oceanfront properties and luxurious beach resorts. With its upscale amenities, including golf courses and spas, Seascape offers an idyllic coastal lifestyle. The Seascape Village shopping center adds to the charm, featuring boutique shops and dining options that cater to all tastes. The nearby Seascape Beach Resort is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike, offering beautiful ocean views and a relaxing atmosphere.

Both neighborhoods are conveniently located near the vibrant town of Aptos, with its eclectic shops and farmers' markets, as well as a short drive to the bustling Santa Cruz downtown. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or an active coastal lifestyle, Rio Del Mar and Seascape provide the perfect backdrop for your next chapter in life. Come explore the beauty and community spirit that make these neighborhoods truly exceptional!

Newest Listings in Rio Del Mar/Seascape

$1,850,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82060844 MLS

From the moment you step inside, the home has a warmth that is difficult to put into words. It feels familiar, comforting, and genuinely welcoming, with the kind of character that cannot simply be recreated. Vaulted open beam ceilings, skylights, hardwood floors, and walls of built in bookshelves give the living spaces a collected, timeless quality. Sunlight moves through the home, while French doors open to beautifully landscaped gardens and quiet outdoor spaces that feel private and peaceful. The kitchen offers generous cabinetry and workspace, with natural light pouring in from above. There is plenty of opportunity to bring a fresh vision to the interiors, but the most important parts are already here: beautiful architectural details, an inviting layout, established gardens, and an unmistakable sense of home. Set within one of Aptos's most desirable coastal neighborhoods, with Hidden Beach, coastal trails, Rio Del Mar, and Seascape nearby, this is a home with soul, ready for its next chapter.

505 Bayview DR, Aptos

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

$1,650,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82060584 MLS

Imagine waking each day above the Pacific, with sweeping views of Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains. This is a rare opportunity to make the California coast part of everyday life. In sought after Rio Del Mar, this contemporary home occupies a rare ocean and mountain view lot, minutes from beaches, surfing, hiking, golf, restaurants, and local shops. Equally suited to full-time living, a weekend escape, or working remotely and recharging. Designed to maximize its panoramic surroundings, the home features vaulted ceilings, abundant glass, and expansive entertainment decks. Views unfold from nearly every window. The loft-like main level connects the kitchen, dining area, wet bar, and living room, with decks extending the living space outdoors for entertaining and spectacular sunsets. The 2,138-square-foot main residence includes an ocean view primary suite with a fireplace and oversized soaking tub and a second bedroom and bathroom with green-hill views. A detached 256-square-foot bonus studio with ocean views, half bath, and private garden offers flexible space for an office, art studio, workshop, or guest retreat. A two-car garage with EV charging completes the property. A unique blend of privacy, architecture, and nature. A place where coming home feels truly special.

555 Vista Del Mar DR, Aptos

Listed by Kristin Wilson, 831-212-4549 from Wilson Byrd Real Estate
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,895,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82059979 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
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,450,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82059963 MLS

Beautifully Updated Coastal Retreat. Exceptional Rio Del Mar home, ideally situated in a peaceful and picturesque setting, directly across from Aptos Seascape Golf Course. Surrounded by mature trees and lush greenery offering a wonderful sense of privacy while being just moments from the beach. Abundant windows and high vaulted ceilings creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere throughout. The open kitchen is the heart of the home and features generous built-in storage and updated appliances. Spacious primary bedroom with cozy gas stove in addition to main living room fireplace. Thoughtfully designed two story floor plan is very spacious offering additional flexibility and desirability. Inviting landscaped outdoor spaces including two decks perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Also, convenient 2 car attached garage. Plus, easy access flat driveway with space for 4 vehicles and RV. A special highlight is the spacious solarium offering a tranquil space to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty and bring the outdoors in. Also, take advantage of a private gate for walking path leading right to Hidden Beach, an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the local coastline right from your own neighborhood. Elegant mix of comfort, style, and enviable coastal location.

412 Sumner AVE, Aptos

Listed by Daniel Grau, 831-227-7597 from Sunset Realty
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,850,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82059627 MLS

Welcome to 207 Kingsbury, situated on one of the most coveted streets in the Cliff Drive neighborhood. Fully remodeled with a modern flair, this turnkey coastal retreat sits on a flat, sunny lot just three blocks from Rio Del Mar Beach. The main level offers an effortless flow, featuring a chef's kitchen, bright living space, two spacious bedrooms, and a beautifully appointed full bathroom. The primary suite sits on it's own level offering separation of space, a large walk-in closet, a stunning designer bathroom, and doors that open wide to a massive, sun-drenched redwood deck perfect for morning coffee or evening sunsets. Complete with an attached one-car garage, this home perfectly blends contemporary design with a laid-back beach lifestyle in an unbeatable location.

207 Kingsbury DR, Aptos

Listed by Strock Team, 831-688-9800 from eXp Realty of California Inc
(If provided) CoList: Bjorn Berg from eXp Realty of California Inc

$625,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82059544 MLS

Have you always wanted to own a place by the beach? Now is your opportunity. Just a short drive from Silicon Valley, your ocean getaway can begin Friday afternoon. Leave the stressful week behind, settle into the privacy of your own space, order a cocktail, enjoy a massage, take a dip in the pool, or simply relax on your private balcony and take in the incredible ocean view. After dinner, step outside for a peaceful walk along miles of sandy beach. Then head back to the office Monday refreshed and rechargedwhile your unit has the opportunity to generate rental income when youre away. This ocean-facing condo offers more than a place to stay. Its your own coastal escape, just close enough to enjoy whenever you need it.

302 Seascape Resort DR, Aptos

Listed by Edward Yu, 408-691-5432 from Real Estate Avenue
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,999,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82059039 MLS

Theres a certain rhythm to life in Rio Del Mar. Mornings start slowly, weekends tend to find their way toward the beach, and home becomes the place you actually want to come back to. Tucked into one of Aptos most loved neighborhoods, 225 Florence Drive brings that lifestyle together with a private setting and spaces designed to be lived in. At the heart of the home, the remodeled kitchen creates an inviting place to cook, gather, and settle in at the end of the day. Comfortable living spaces flow naturally toward the backyard, where mature surroundings and a sense of privacy create your own retreat for morning coffee, long dinners outside, or quiet afternoons in the sun. Upstairs, an exceptionally spacious bedroom offers a retreat of its own, with the flexibility to serve as more than just a place to sleep. And then theres the location. Close to Rio Del Mar Beach and everything that makes Aptos such an easy place to love, Florence Drive offers the kind of neighborhood people hope to find and rarely want to leave. A home with room to settle in, a backyard that feels private, and the coastal lifestyle right outside your door.

225 Florence DR, Aptos

Listed by Strock Team, 831-688-9800 from eXp Realty of California Inc
(If provided) CoList: Ashley Sidey from eXp Realty of California Inc

$1,325,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82059018 MLS ⋅ Sumner Woods BLDG.

Nestled in the quaint community of Sumner Woods, is a Rio del Mar stunner sure to please. Beautifully refinished hardwood floors grace the main living area. Natural light abounds, with soaring ceilings and updated windows giving way to views of the lush trees just beyond your backyard. For culinary enthusiasts, the updated chef's kitchen provides plenty of counter space and a six-burner Wolfe range. A private patio off the dining area is the perfect place to sip your morning coffee or fire up the grill. An entertainer's dream, the open concept design seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining and living room, offering plenty of room to create special occasion memories. 3 spacious bedrooms, including large primary suite with bonus space to allow for your home office, crafting station or workout equipment to have its own designated location. The tranquility of the backyard offers soothing bird songs and verdant green views, providing a serene space to relax and enjoy evening sunsets. Just steps from your door, you will find a short stroll, with easy access, to Hidden Beach. Golf, dining, shopping and more are also all just minutes away. With a premier location, this is beach living made easy. SEA what time on the coast can do for you, make this hidden gem your own private oasis!

273 Dry Creek RD, Aptos

Listed by Amber Melenudo, 831-566-2263 from Sotheby's International Realty
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,225,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82058798 MLS

Seascape location, approximately 1,808 SF of versatile living space, and no HOA or HOA dues make this beautifully maintained 2BD/2.5BA townhome an exceptional find. Enjoyed as a second home by the same family for three generations, the home offers multiple spaces to gather, relax, work or entertain. A welcoming front sitting room leads to a family room, dining area and kitchen, while the light-filled sunroom brings the outdoors in with views of the surrounding greenery. Upstairs, a second family room adds even more flexibility alongside the spacious primary suite and second bedroom. A fireplace, hardwood floors, plantation shutters, landscaped outdoor space, attached 1-car garage, indoor laundry and earthquake shut-off valves for gas and water add to the home's appeal. Tucked into a quiet Seascape neighborhood close to the beach, restaurants, tennis and shopping, 120 Tiburon Court offers a wonderful combination of space, convenience and coastal Aptos living.

120 Tiburon CT, Aptos

Listed by Amy Jeske, 831-345-0338 from Coldwell Banker Realty
(If provided) CoList: from

$559,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82058404 MLS

Fixer-Upper Opportunity with Mountain Views in Rio Del Mar. Calling all contractors, investors, and visionaries this one is ready to work on now. Originally built in 1963 as a cozy vacation getaway, this two-bedroom, one-bath cabin sits perched on a hillside in the sought-after Rio Del Mar community, taking in sweeping views of the mountains beyond Highway 1. This is a fixer-upper, and it's priced and positioned for exactly that: a blank canvas on a generous 14,000+ square foot lot, offering plenty of room to renovate, expand, or reimagine. With some TLC and the right creative contractor, this property has the bones to become a charming full-time residence, a weekend retreat, or an income-producing rental. The location is a convenient block walk down to Aptos Village. Rio Del Mar's laid-back coastal charm combined with easy access to Highway 1 makes this a compelling spot for a smart renovation project. Bring your vision, your toolbelt, and your contractor this one is priced to move and ready for someone to bring it back to life.

422 Loma Prieta DR, Aptos

Listed by Joanna Lopez, 650-551-9944 from eXp Realty of California Inc
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,115,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82057996 MLS

Enjoy coastal living in this 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Seascape townhome. This open concept, reverse floor plan is so close to the beach you can smell the ocean air. Upgrades galore with oak wide plank wood floors, Viking stove, Tommy Bahama ceiling fan, Mercer Low E windows, etc. Oodles of storage in the house and in the 2 car garage. Relax on the sunny deck and watch the sun set. Two bedrooms and two full baths on the first floor. Upstairs office could be a third bedroom. First Alarm security system and Arlo security camera. Close to the beach, shops, golf course, sports club, and Seascape Beach Resort. NO HOA DUES! This home is ready to welcome its new owner. Don't miss this opportunity to make it your primary residence or second home.

107 Bar Harbor CT, Aptos

Listed by Candie Noel, 831-252-2638 from Bailey Properties
(If provided) CoList: from

$3,988,520

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82057326 MLS

Rarely does a home like this become available in Aptos. Just a short stroll from the Rio Del Mar Beach trail, 400 Seaview Drive offers over 4,000 square feet of refined coastal living on an oversized 10,000+ sq. ft. lot, blending the relaxed feel of a beach house with the space and sophistication of a true estate. At the heart of the home is an expansive chefs kitchen that flows into the living and dining spaces, while French doors open to a private outdoor retreat featuring a pergola-covered dining area, stone fireplace, outdoor kitchen, BBQ and pizza oven, creating the perfect setting for unforgettable evenings with family and friends. Upstairs, the primary retreat captures ocean views toward Monterey and features a luxurious marble bath, steam shower and walk-in closet. A spacious bonus room with its own private entrance offers flexibility for guests, a home office, media room or additional living space. Walnut floors, soaring ceilings, a dramatic spiral staircase, an owned solar energy system with microgrid-ready capabilities for on-premise energy needs, and a three-car garage complete a home that delivers something increasingly difficult to find along the coast: space, privacy, ocean views, exceptional indoor-outdoor living and the beach just moments from your front door.

400 Seaview DR, Aptos

Listed by Maxwell Dukelow, 408-508-3200 from Coldwell Banker Realty
(If provided) CoList: Joe Velasco from Coldwell Banker Realty

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