Rio Del Mar/Seascape Real Estate

Welcome to the enchanting neighborhoods of Rio Del Mar and Seascape, nestled along the stunning coastline of Santa Cruz County, California. These charming coastal communities are renowned for their breathtaking ocean views, vibrant local culture, and a relaxed lifestyle that embodies the essence of California living.

Rio Del Mar, with its picturesque beaches and lush landscapes, offers a serene retreat for families and individuals alike. The neighborhood is characterized by its friendly atmosphere, where neighbors become friends, and community events bring everyone together. Stroll along the scenic paths that wind through the area, or take a leisurely bike ride to the nearby Rio Del Mar State Beach, where golden sands meet the sparkling Pacific Ocean.

Seascape, just a stone’s throw away, complements the charm of Rio Del Mar with its luxurious beachfront properties and upscale amenities. The Seascape Resort offers an idyllic setting for relaxation and recreation, featuring a golf course, spa services, and fine dining options. Whether you’re enjoying a sunset dinner overlooking the ocean or participating in the vibrant local arts scene, Seascape has something for everyone.

Both neighborhoods boast excellent schools, making them ideal for families, while the proximity to Santa Cruz provides easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment. With an array of outdoor activities, from surfing to hiking in nearby redwood forests, Rio Del Mar and Seascape offer a perfect blend of coastal living and community spirit. Discover the allure of these remarkable neighborhoods and embrace the coastal lifestyle that awaits you!

Newest Listings in Rio Del Mar/Seascape

$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 lot with plans to build 2br/2.5 1308 sq ft home/2 car garage in private neighborhood in Rio Del Mar. Close to shopping/ocean and Hwy 1. Enjoy this desirable neighborhood. Seascape resort/Rio del Mar beach, Nisene Park, Deluxe food. This lot has water/sewer/electrical on site. Seller has all disclosures and completed all but the final approval process. This gives the opportunity to build you own home in the Desirable Aptos/Rio Del Mar area with plans/reports and current approval to finish this amazing home. Coastal commission permit approved and just needs the buyer looking to build the home. Sign of home the home on site. Rarely a almost complete process done and just needs to be built. This lot is on Loma Prieta Drive off Alta. Not house on the corner of Alta. Make sure when viewing you turn on Loma Prieta Drive. Lot first lot on the right. Lot has survey to show property lines. On sign is the 4 layout plans of the home to view.

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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$1,185,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82055489 MLS ⋅ Seascape Resort BLDG.

There is something about Seascape Resort that slows time. The endless ocean, blufftop walking paths, and quiet benches overlooking Monterey Bay invite you to pause, breathe, and take in the ever-changing skies and colors of the coast. It is a sense of calm that is difficult to describe and impossible to forget. This 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath villa features beautiful ocean views from the living room, primary suite, and balconies that are even more impressive in person. The main level offers a kitchen, dining area, living room with fireplace, and half bath. Upstairs are two spacious en-suite bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, each with a king-size bed. Wake each morning to the spectacular ocean view from the primary suite. Enjoy the resort's pools, ocean-view restaurant, direct beach access, and scenic coastal walking paths, or stroll across the street to Seascape Village for dining, shopping, Seascape Foods, The Point Kitchen & Bar, and the Seascape Sports Club with tennis and pickleball. Seascape Resort ownership offers a unique vacation lifestyle with personal use for up to 90 days annually, with the balance of the year professionally managed through the resort's rental program.

509 Seascape Resort DR, Aptos

Listed by Steve Byrd, 831-251-1985 from Sotheby's International Realty
(If provided) CoList: Kalena Allard from Sotheby's International Realty

$1,199,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82052795 MLS ⋅ Rio Del Mar BLDG.

Broker Tour/Open House Thursday from 12:30-3pm. An exceptionally rare opportunity to own one of the highly sought-after 3 Bed, 2 Bath condominiums at 260 Rio Del Mar Blvd. with breathtaking panoramic views of Monterey Bay and Rio del Mar Beach. This spacious reverse floorplan is designed to maximize the scenery, with the kitchen, dining and living rooms all capturing spectacular ocean views. Fresh interior paint enhances the light-filled interior. Enjoy morning coffee, stunning sunrises and unforgettable sunsets from the private balcony. The upstairs bedroom suite features its own oversized ocean-view deck with room for a BBQ, dining and lounge area. Downstairs, the spacious primary suite also enjoys ocean views, while the 3rd bedroom offers flexibility for family or guests. Additional features include covered parking for 3 vehicles. HOA and County currently allow short-term rentals, subject to applicable rules and approvals. The community has recently undergone extensive renovations. HOA is financially strong with quarterly dues of $2,840 (approx. $947/mo.). Just moments from Rio del Mar Beach, restaurants, shopping and all that Aptos has to offer. 3 Bed residences in this coveted community rarely become available. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity!

260 Rio Del Mar BLVD 5, Aptos

Listed by Rodger Shaheen, 408-726-3443 from Coldwell Banker Realty
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$2,350,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ ML82055061 MLS

Looking For Top Quality? Check out this 4 Bedroom/ 3.5 Bath Masterpiece! Julia would love this gourmet chef's kitchen featuring subzero refrigerator/freezer, wolf range and hood. Stunning custom cabinetry with soft close doors. Quartz counter tops throughout. High quality designer finishes! Open Kitchen-Living- Dining floorplan. Breakfast bar and Quartz center island maximize efficiency. Wide plank hardwood flooring with radiant heat. Solid core doors. Nine foot ceilings make every room feel spacious. The primary bedroom is downstairs on the same level as the kitchen. This primary bedroom includes private attached fenced courtyard and walk-in closet with attached spa like bathroom. House is designed for maximum privacy. Tiled balcony, fenced patio, quiet neighborhood. 2 Car garage with additional parked. Short stroll to wonderful Hidden Beach, Seascape Golf Course and Seascape Resort.

315 Los Altos DR, Aptos

Listed by Judy Brose, 831-234-9908 from CENTURY 21 Masters
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,995,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82055015 MLS

Experience luxury coastal living in this extensively remodeled ocean-view residence at Seascape Resort. Ideally located in one of the resorts most desirable locations, this exceptional condominium offers panoramic Monterey Bay views and premium designer finishes throughout. The chefs kitchen features custom Woodbridge cabinetry, quartz countertops, a Café induction cooktop with dual convection ovens, premium stainless-steel appliances, a beverage center, and abundant custom storage. Designed by Just Design Resources, the sophisticated interior also includes custom built-ins, a valet-style closet system, and meticulous craftsmanship. Expansive windows and inviting outdoor living spaces capture breathtaking sunrises and the beauty of Monterey Bay. Enjoy miles of sandy beach, nearby golf, dining, shopping, and convenient Highway 1 access. Located within Seascape Resort, this residence is intended as a luxury vacation retreat with owner occupancy and participation in the resorts professionally managed vacation rental program, subject to applicable governing documents and management requirements. An exceptional opportunity to own one of Seascape Resorts finest remodeled condominiums.

73 Seascape Resort DR, Aptos

Listed by Alvin Motley, 408-483-1648 from Intero Real Estate Services
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$1,645,000

4 Beds ⋅ ML82053454 MLS

Timeless Spanish Charm in the Heart of Rio del Mar Beach. A rare opportunity to own one of the original Spanish-style fourplexes in sought-after Rio del Mar Beach. Built in 1932, this property reflects the architectural heritage of California's coastal communities while offering the stability of an exceptional investment. Situated on a single parcel moments from the sand, the fourplex features four one-bedroom, one-bath units a desirable mix that attracts tenants and strong rental demand in one of Santa Cruz's most coveted beachside neighborhoods. Units are separately metered. Recent improvements include a remodeled kitchen in Unit 1 and new paint and flooring in Unit 4. Residents enjoy an effortless coastal lifestyle steps from the beach, with Cabrillo College minutes away, Nisene Marks nearby for hiking and biking, and the shops and charm of Aptos Village close at hand. With multifamily development extremely limited and coastal properties increasingly hard to acquire, opportunities like this are rare historic architecture, a prime location, and lasting appreciation in one legacy asset. Ideal for expanding a portfolio, completing a 1031 exchange, or securing a trophy coastal asset this iconic fourplex is a true opportunity to own a piece of Santa Cruz County history.

105 Stephen RD, Aptos

Listed by Mario Desantis, 831-291-0511 from Coldwell Banker Realty
(If provided) CoList: Liliane Molda from Lawrie & Lawrie Properties

$1,250,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82054951 MLS

Beautifully updated Rio Del Mar home offering a light-filled contemporary design with soaring vaulted ceilings, open-beam architecture, and an inviting open floor plan. The spacious living room features a fireplace, expansive windows, and seamless flow to the dining area and outdoor deck, creating an ideal setting for entertaining. The remodeled kitchen is equipped with rich wood cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, center island, and generous workspace. A versatile loft overlooks the main living area and is perfect for a home office, reading nook, or additional family room. The spacious primary suite offers direct deck access through sliding glass doors, creating a peaceful indoor-outdoor retreat. Updated finishes, skylights, wide-plank flooring, and abundant natural light enhance the home's warm and welcoming atmosphere. The attractive exterior features a freshly landscaped front yard, oversized two-car garage, and excellent curb appeal. Located in desirable Rio Del Mar, just minutes from beaches, golf, Seascape Resort, shopping, restaurants, and convenient commuter access.

530 Clubhouse DR, Aptos

Listed by Lauren Spencer, 831-818-3723 from Coldwell Banker Realty
(If provided) CoList: Amy Jeske from Coldwell Banker Realty

$869,999

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82054721 MLS ⋅ Escondido Verde BLDG.

Located in the desirable Seascape area of Aptos, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome offers a flexible three-level floorplan and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. The home features multiple outdoor living spaces, including a balcony, patio, and deck, alongside a peaceful redwood grove setting just next door. Inside, the living room showcases a dramatic high ceiling and one of two fireplaces, creating a comfortable gathering space. The layout provides separation across three levels, offering versatility for a variety of living arrangements. The home has been well-maintained and is clean and comfortable throughout. Conveniently situated near the coastline, this property is just minutes from beaches, shopping, grocery stores, restaurants, and popular golf and tennis resorts in the Seascape area. A practical option in a sought-after coastal location, offering space, functionality, and close proximity to everyday conveniences.

360 Carrera CIR, Aptos

Listed by Shawna Spaulding, 831-239-0999 from Coldwell Banker Realty
(If provided) CoList: from

$1,399,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82054583 MLS

Recently Renovated Rio Del Mar Retreat, Just Blocks to the Sand. This beautifully reimagined 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in Aptos' coveted Rio Del Mar neighborhood has just undergone a complete overhaul inside and out. Just blocks from the beach, this is coastal living at its most turnkey. Upstairs, an incredible living space awaits: expansive windows fill the room with natural light, opening onto a private upper-level deck where you can listen to the waves and breathe in the salt air - the kind of space that makes ordinary evenings feel like vacation. The new kitchen features new appliances, cabinetry, flooring, and lighting. Beyond the new kitchen and roof, the home received extensive updates throughout for a fresh, cohesive feel. Downstairs, a private garage adds valuable storage, a rare find this close to the coast. At the end of the street, Rio Del Mar's beach awaits - evening strolls along the sand become part of everyday life, just steps from your door. People travel from all over the world to vacation on this stretch of coastline - the salt air, the surf, the golden light over the water. Here, that feeling isn't a once-a-year escape. It's simply home. Live where others come to unwind, and let every day feel like the vacation you never have to leave.

130 Bennett RD, Aptos

Listed by Sean Poudrier, 831-531-7171 from Coldwell Banker Realty
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$2,195,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82051382 MLS

Fairway views, gorgeous light, and easy Aptos living await! Set on a beautiful landscaped 1/4-acre lot, this 3-Bedroom, 3-Bath home offers 2,996 square feet of vibrant living space with additional room to add an ensuite should you need more space. Framed by mature trees and rolling greens, with front-row views of the 10th green and 17th fairway, the vaulted great room shines with exposed beams, walls of windows, and a statement fireplace. Eastern and western exposures bring the best of both worlds, cheerful morning light on one side, golden sunsets on the other. The kitchen and dining areas are made for real life, and multiple decks invite you outside for lounging or al fresco meals with that peaceful fairway backdrop. The west-facing primary suite is a private retreat with incredible sunset views, its own fireplace, garden views, and a spacious bath with both a walk-in shower and a soaking tub. Just minutes from Aptos beaches, Rio del Mar, Aptos Village, local favorites like Mentone and Companion Bakery, and the trails of Nisene Marks, this home delivers a rare blend of privacy, convenience, and coastal lifestyle.

461 Saint Andrews DR, Aptos

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

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