Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Santa Cruz, CA

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Investment Property for Sale in Santa Cruz, CA

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
112 Meadowview LN Santa Cruz, CA Built in 2012 in desirable Branciforte Creek neighborhood, this beautifully maintained 3 b...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,920 sq.ft.	$1,399,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.69% Traditional cash on cash: 2.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $2003 Traditional Rental Income: $5420 Airbnb ROI: -0.69% Traditional ROI: 2.34%
220 Miracle LN Santa Cruz, CA Looking like a home straight out of a fairytale, this beautiful 3 bed/2.5 bath property is...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,941 sq.ft.	$1,775,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.91% Traditional cash on cash: 1.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $2003 Traditional Rental Income: $5786 Airbnb ROI: -0.91% Traditional ROI: 1.7%
1200 Capitola RD 7 Santa Cruz, CA Tucked within a quiet Live Oak townhome community, this beautifully maintained end-unit ho...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,333 sq.ft.	$775,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.66% Traditional cash on cash: 3.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $2003 Traditional Rental Income: $4134 Airbnb ROI: -0.66% Traditional ROI: 3.01%
185 14th AVE Santa Cruz, CA Welcome to 185 14th Avenue in Santa Cruz, an extraordinary opportunity to own a custom-bui...	4 beds \| 6 baths \| 4,407 sq.ft.	$6,250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.77% Traditional cash on cash: -0.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $4613 Airbnb ROI: -0.77% Traditional ROI: -0.32%
2030 N Pacific AVE 338 Santa Cruz, CA Welcome to 2030 North Pacific #338, an exceptional luxury condo in the heart of downtown S...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 900 sq.ft.	$675,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.02% Traditional cash on cash: 2.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $1921 Traditional Rental Income: $2875 Airbnb ROI: 0.02% Traditional ROI: 2.34%
113 4th Avenue Santa Cruz, CA Location! Location! Location! Ocean Views Just Steps from the Sand!Situated on the highly ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,658 sq.ft.	$4,395,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.78% Traditional cash on cash: 0.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $5321 Airbnb ROI: -0.78% Traditional ROI: 0.02%
450 Vine Hill RD Santa Cruz, CA Tucked away from Vine Hill Road in the Happy Valley School District, this Santa Cruz retre...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,342 sq.ft.	$1,700,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.96% Traditional cash on cash: 0.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $1555 Traditional Rental Income: $3708 Airbnb ROI: -0.96% Traditional ROI: 0.69%
152 Frederick ST Santa Cruz, CA Seas your opportunity to live the best of coastal life by the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. Thi...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,174 sq.ft.	$1,540,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.61% Traditional cash on cash: 0.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $1657 Traditional Rental Income: $4533 Airbnb ROI: -1.61% Traditional ROI: 0.72%
321 9th Avenue Santa Cruz, CA Newly completed in 2023 by Builders Collective, this turnkey modern retreat captures the v...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,960 sq.ft.	$2,900,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.59% Traditional cash on cash: 0.51% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $4995 Airbnb ROI: -0.59% Traditional ROI: 0.51%
4360 Opal Cliff DR Santa Cruz, CA Wake up to panoramic ocean views spanning Monterey Bay at the former home of surfing legen...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,427 sq.ft.	$6,799,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.53% Traditional cash on cash: -0.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $2003 Traditional Rental Income: $6130 Airbnb ROI: -1.53% Traditional ROI: -0.8%
17 Kite Hill RD Santa Cruz, CA Don't miss this exceptional opportunity in the coveted Pasatiempo community - offering out...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,470 sq.ft.	$2,850,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.31% Traditional cash on cash: -0.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $4859 Airbnb ROI: -1.31% Traditional ROI: -0.25%
417 Alta Loma LN Santa Cruz, CA This beautiful turnkey 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers incredible curb appeal and an unb...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,800 sq.ft.	$2,275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.23% Traditional cash on cash: 0.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $1657 Traditional Rental Income: $3926 Airbnb ROI: -1.23% Traditional ROI: 0.06%
3485 Stable LN Santa Cruz, CA Rarely available, Loma Alta Ranch offers nearly 20 acres in one of Santa Cruz Countys most...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,270 sq.ft.	$6,995,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.81% Traditional cash on cash: -0.39% Airbnb Rental Income: $2003 Traditional Rental Income: $4221 Airbnb ROI: -0.81% Traditional ROI: -0.39%
4250 Opal Cliff DR Santa Cruz, CA Along the coveted stretch of Opal Cliff Drive, this one-of-a-kind property offers one of t...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,657 sq.ft.	$6,950,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.74% Traditional cash on cash: -0.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $6669 Airbnb ROI: -0.74% Traditional ROI: -0.03%
203 Vista Prieta CT Santa Cruz, CA Are you a senior, looking for an affordable condo in a convenient location, in the heart o...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 600 sq.ft.	$235,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.93% Traditional cash on cash: 4.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $1921 Traditional Rental Income: $2059 Airbnb ROI: 1.93% Traditional ROI: 4.84%
350 Highland AVE Santa Cruz, CA Ocean View Santa Cruz, breathtaking views of the Santa Cruz skyline, and expansive panoram...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,886 sq.ft.	$2,845,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.01% Traditional cash on cash: 0.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $5607 Airbnb ROI: -1.01% Traditional ROI: 0.33%
623 High ST Santa Cruz, CA On Santa Cruz's coveted Upper Westside, this home captures stunning sunrise vistas over Mo...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,406 sq.ft.	$1,995,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.23% Traditional cash on cash: 1.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $4504 Airbnb ROI: -0.23% Traditional ROI: 1.09%
1703 E Cliff DR Santa Cruz, CA Spectacular Front Row 4 unit Apartment Building directly overlooking Seabright State Beach...	8 beds \| N/A baths \| 4,754 sq.ft.	$6,999,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.03% Traditional cash on cash: -0.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $1555 Traditional Rental Income: $4090 Airbnb ROI: -1.03% Traditional ROI: -0.57%
22130 E Cliff DR 2D Santa Cruz, CA Experience the best value for beachfront living in Santa Cruz County with this beautifully...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,226 sq.ft.	$1,695,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.21% Traditional cash on cash: -0.75% Airbnb Rental Income: $1657 Traditional Rental Income: $3477 Airbnb ROI: -2.21% Traditional ROI: -0.75%
603 Mission ST Santa Cruz, CA New zoning allows for multi-residential. Rare opportunity to own a piece of Santa Cruz His...	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| 5,923 sq.ft.	$2,535,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.55% Traditional cash on cash: 0.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $1872 Traditional Rental Income: $3382 Airbnb ROI: -0.55% Traditional ROI: 0.31%
4120 Opal Cliff DR Santa Cruz, CA Vacation rental Intrigue you? Is Fractional ownership of Interest? Let's talk! There is a ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,325 sq.ft.	$10,999,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.92% Traditional cash on cash: -0.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $2003 Traditional Rental Income: $5539 Airbnb ROI: -0.92% Traditional ROI: -0.52%
220 Falcon HL Santa Cruz, CA Nestled in a meadow & surrounded by over 21 acres of natural beauty, this magnificent gate...	5 beds \| 6 baths \| 5,036 sq.ft.	$6,495,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.22% Traditional cash on cash: 0.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $1555 Traditional Rental Income: $12034 Airbnb ROI: -1.22% Traditional ROI: 0.59%
252 Nichols DR Santa Cruz, CA Mountain living without the steep mountain roads! Located on easy, well-maintained paved r...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,654 sq.ft.	$1,100,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.38% Traditional cash on cash: 2.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $2003 Traditional Rental Income: $4358 Airbnb ROI: -0.38% Traditional ROI: 2.44%
770 Graham Hill RD Santa Cruz, CA A home made for Santa Cruz living: open, relaxed, flexible, and close to everything. Insid...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,771 sq.ft.	$2,150,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.09% Traditional cash on cash: 1.16% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $6534 Airbnb ROI: -1.09% Traditional ROI: 1.16%
1239 La Madrona DR Santa Cruz, CA Saturday Open House ** Sprawling 3,206 sq.ft., one story home on 2.5 acres, bordering the ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,206 sq.ft.	$1,599,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.44% Traditional cash on cash: 3.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $8122 Airbnb ROI: -0.44% Traditional ROI: 3.65%
120 Maple ST Santa Cruz, CA A perfect home for a 1031 exchange or college rental! This Historic Victorian Gem in Prime...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,312 sq.ft.	$1,259,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.02% Traditional cash on cash: 1.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $3779 Airbnb ROI: 0.02% Traditional ROI: 1.5%
116 Monterey ST Santa Cruz, CA Some homes simply have an address; this one has a vantage point. From the moment you step ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,586 sq.ft.	$4,588,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.71% Traditional cash on cash: 0.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $5981 Airbnb ROI: -0.71% Traditional ROI: 0.21%
188 Kelly LN Santa Cruz, CA Nestled in the serenity of Bonny Doon, this exquisite 5-bed, 3-bath residence presents an ...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,884 sq.ft.	$1,698,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.12% Traditional cash on cash: 2.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $1555 Traditional Rental Income: $6499 Airbnb ROI: -1.12% Traditional ROI: 2.3%
2974 E Cliff DR Santa Cruz, CA Properties like this rarely come to market. Built and completely reimagined in 2018, this ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,816 sq.ft.	$5,650,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.95% Traditional cash on cash: -0.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $2003 Traditional Rental Income: $4827 Airbnb ROI: -0.95% Traditional ROI: -0.31%
121 Vista Prieta Santa Cruz, CA Welcome to Vista Prieta, a desirable senior community in Live Oak, ideally located between...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 845 sq.ft.	$319,100	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.4% Traditional cash on cash: 5.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $1657 Traditional Rental Income: $2789 Airbnb ROI: 0.4% Traditional ROI: 5.72%
1803 Halterman AVE Santa Cruz, CA A gem of a 4 Plex with potential to be a 6 Plex, centrally located. Close to 41st Avenue f...	8 beds \| N/A baths \| 4,991 sq.ft.	$2,250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.27% Traditional cash on cash: 3.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $1555 Traditional Rental Income: $10101 Airbnb ROI: -1.27% Traditional ROI: 3.04%
136 Market ST Santa Cruz, CA Outstanding rental property investment opportunity in central Santa Cruz! Well maintained ...	6 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,250 sq.ft.	$1,785,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.85% Traditional cash on cash: 1.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $1555 Traditional Rental Income: $4330 Airbnb ROI: -0.85% Traditional ROI: 1.1%
230 Pestana AVE Santa Cruz, CA Tucked away in the quiet yet friendly neighborhood of Santa Cruz Gardens, this quintessent...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,319 sq.ft.	$1,599,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.82% Traditional cash on cash: 1.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $2003 Traditional Rental Income: $5276 Airbnb ROI: -0.82% Traditional ROI: 1.73%
233 Van Ness AVE Santa Cruz, CA A rare piece of Santa Cruz history, 233 Van Ness Ave is an 1883 Italianate Victorian that ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,309 sq.ft.	$1,880,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.63% Traditional cash on cash: 1.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $5113 Airbnb ROI: -0.63% Traditional ROI: 1.12%
111 Misty CT Santa Cruz, CA Rancho Carbonera Estates light-filled and beautifully maintained home. A formal entry open...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,352 sq.ft.	$1,740,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.59% Traditional cash on cash: 1.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $2689 Traditional Rental Income: $5667 Airbnb ROI: -0.59% Traditional ROI: 1.65%

Real Estate investment in Santa-cruz, CA

There are 86 properties for sale in the city of Santa Cruz . The median list price in Santa Cruz is $1,424,148 and the average price per square foot is $663. In July 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Santa Cruz is 1.00%. The average monthly rental income in Santa Cruz is $3,859.

Santa-cruz, CA Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 86 investment properties available for sale in Santa-cruz.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Santa Cruz.

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Santa-cruz with average rental income of $3,859.

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Investment Property for Sale in Santa Cruz, CA

112 Meadowview LN

Santa Cruz, CA

3 beds | 4 baths | 2,920 sq.ft.

$1,399,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.69%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.34%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2003

Traditional Rental Income: $5420

Airbnb ROI: -0.69%

Traditional ROI: 2.34%

220 Miracle LN

Santa Cruz, CA

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,941 sq.ft.

$1,775,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.91%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.7%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2003

Traditional Rental Income: $5786

Airbnb ROI: -0.91%

Traditional ROI: 1.7%

1200 Capitola RD 7

Santa Cruz, CA

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,333 sq.ft.

$775,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.66%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.01%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2003

Traditional Rental Income: $4134

Airbnb ROI: -0.66%

Traditional ROI: 3.01%

185 14th AVE

Santa Cruz, CA

4 beds | 6 baths | 4,407 sq.ft.

$6,250,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.77%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.32%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2689

Traditional Rental Income: $4613

Airbnb ROI: -0.77%

Traditional ROI: -0.32%

2030 N Pacific AVE 338

Santa Cruz, CA

1 beds | 1 baths | 900 sq.ft.

$675,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.02%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.34%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1921

Traditional Rental Income: $2875

Airbnb ROI: 0.02%

Traditional ROI: 2.34%

113 4th Avenue

Santa Cruz, CA

4 beds | 2 baths | 2,658 sq.ft.

$4,395,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.78%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.02%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2689

Traditional Rental Income: $5321

Airbnb ROI: -0.78%

Traditional ROI: 0.02%

450 Vine Hill RD

Santa Cruz, CA

5 beds | 3 baths | 2,342 sq.ft.

$1,700,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.96%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.69%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1555

Traditional Rental Income: $3708

Airbnb ROI: -0.96%

Traditional ROI: 0.69%

152 Frederick ST

Santa Cruz, CA

2 beds | 3 baths | 2,174 sq.ft.

$1,540,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.61%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.72%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1657

Traditional Rental Income: $4533

Airbnb ROI: -1.61%