$1,413,132Average Value$1,094Average Price per Sq Ft7Homes For Sale
Walkable district in Midtown Santa Cruz
A weekend morning in Upper Seabright might look like sipping espresso on a cafe patio before heading to the beach to watch sailboats racing in a yacht club regatta. This sun-drenched Santa Cruz neighborhood is prized for its easy access to oceanfront scenery. “It’s very sunny, and it has great walkability. Some parts of the neighborhood feel like they were designed for walking,” says Realtor Troy Hinds of David Lyng Real Estate, a longtime Santa Cruz resident who used to live in Seabright.
Many of Seabright's residents are part-timers: people with second homes who vacation in Santa Cruz during the summer months. But there are still plenty of year-round residents who've lived in the neighborhood for decades. “There are a lot of legacy homes in Seabright that have been passed down from one generation of a family to the next,” says Celeste Faraola, owner of Schooner Realty and a lifelong Seabright resident.
Upper Seabright boasts bustling sidewalks with quaint shops and bike-friendly streets.
Explore Upper Seabright's vibrant streets, a perfect blend of urban life and coastal charm.
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Sunny days on the Santa Cruz Harbor
Seabright State Beach is a half-mile away from Upper Seabright. It’s a popular summer destination for swimming, surfing and radiant Pacific sunsets. Santa Cruz Harbor borders the western edge of the neighborhood, offering a place for locals to park their sea vessels. The harbor is home to the Santa Cruz Yacht Club, a long-running private club that hosts regattas throughout the spring and summer months. Several community parks are also available in the neighborhood, including Ocean View Park and Frederick Street Park, both of which offer playgrounds, grassy fields and athletic courts. The Santa Cruz Riverwalk skirts the banks of the San Lorenzo River at the neighborhood’s eastern edge, making for an easy walk around the city.
Enjoy stunning coastal views and beachside living in Upper Seabright, a haven for seaside lovers
Sailboats glide along Upper Seabright's serene coast, perfect for a day on the water.
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Restaurants, cafes and local dives on Seabright Avenue
At the intersection of Murray Street and Seabright Avenue are restaurants, bars and cafes, many of which are short walks away from homes. For a classic omelet brunch, there's Linda’s Seabreeze Café. Espresso drinks, pastries and an outdoor patio are on the menu at Verve Coffee Roasters. Downtown Santa Cruz is about a mile west of Upper Seabright and offers an array of eateries, breweries, boutiques and a movie theater. Locals get their grocery shopping done at Whole Foods Market or Staff of Life, a long-standing health food store. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, an historic tourist destination, is about 1.5 miles southwest of Seabright. The boardwalk’s amusement park brings throngs of people to the city every summer.
Savor delicious, artisan pizzas in Upper Seabright's cozy restaurants with inviting atmospheres.
Enjoy a tasty meal at Upper Seabright's beloved Betty Burgers, a local favorite for dining.
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Bungalows and cottages in the heart of Santa Cruz
Upper Seabright offers a mix of homes that were built in the early and mid-20th century. Beach bungalows, cottages and Victorian designs can all be found here. Some newly built homes are also popping up, taking the place of older, worn-down residences. Home sizes range from as little as 800 square feet to more than 3,000 square feet. And while lots tend to be small, residents make up for it with fulsome landscaping and small gardens. The neighborhood’s central locale makes for high-end housing prices — it’s common for homes to sell for between $1 million and $2 million, while larger, luxury homes can sell for as much as $5 million.
Upper Seabright features this classic beach cottage with fresh, modern touches and curb appeal.
Upper Seabright's classic bungalow with a white picket fence and garden embodies timeless appeal
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Solidly rated city schools
Young students attend nearby Gault Elementary School, which earns a C-plus rating from Niche. Sixth through eighth grade learners move on to A-minus-rated Branciforte Middle School, and upperclassmen attend A-rated Harbor High School. Harbor High offers a wide range of career, technical and trade programs, including courses for students who want to specialize in agriculture, car repair, computer science, woodworking, welding and web design.
Discover the spirited campus life at Harbor High School, where students excel and grow.
Gault Elementary School prepares students for lifelong success.
Mission Hill Middle School inspires lifelong learning.
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Getting around Santa Cruz and beyond
Lower Seabright is about a mile from State Route 1, a commuter corridor that connects the city to coastal destinations like Half Moon Bay and Capitola. It’s also only one mile from State Route 17 which twists and turns through the Santa Cruz Mountains on the way to San Jose and Silicon Valley. For those who prefer public transit to get around, there are several Santa Cruz Metro bus lines available.
Biking through Upper Seabright offers a blend of urban adventure and coastal tranquility.
Public transit in Upper Seabright is convenient and eco-friendly, featuring vibrant bus art.
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Need to know
Seabright is in an area of Santa Cruz known as the “banana belt” because it gets more sun than the rest of the city. Residents can expect less fog and more sunshine in this area. Some parts of Upper Seabright are prone to flooding because of its proximity to the oceanfront and the San Lorenzo River.
Enjoy Upper Seabright's lively community, scenic coastline, and local shops and eateries.
Stroll through Upper Seabright, where charming houses meet beautiful beach vistas.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Upper Seabright Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Upper Seabright, Santa Cruz sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Upper Seabright, Santa Cruz over the last 12 months is $1,547,500, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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