For Sale61d on market
101 Shell Dr #3
Watsonville, CA, 95076 • 95076 • Santa Cruz County
$550,000
$529/sqft
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
2Baths
1,040Sqft
0.02 acLot
1973Built
Property DNA
Outdoor Living
Balcony/Patio
Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 61 days ago · 1,848 views · 86 saves
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Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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61 days on market
Established listing
$529/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Condo · Built 1973
Most people daydream about waking up at the beach. You're about to make it your reality at ground level. Tucked between Santa Cruz and Monterey, this gated beachfront community is known for pristine sand, dramatic coastline, and the kind of setting that makes regular life feel slightly overrated. This renovated condo sits directly on the beach, which means your morning coffee is just minutes from the waves, and sunrise or sunset adventures start the second you are outside. Your family and friends can enjoy it the way it was meant to be enjoyed, as your personal coastal escape. The complex brings the extras too: tennis courts, pickleball, EV charging, a gift shop, and a peaceful pond for the rare moments when ocean views aren't enough. Coastal trails run along the bluffs right from your doorstep with views that make a quick adventure feel like a full reset. Seascape Village, Moss Landing, and the wildlife-rich beauty of Elkhorn Slough are just down the road. Live here full-time or keep it as your beach getaway. Either way, you're buying the on-the-coast lifestyle most people only get for a long weekend. Important: This listing is for an undivided 50 percent Tenant In Common interest only. Not a full ownership sale. Subject to the Tenant In Common agreement.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights ocean views, gated beachfront community, and peaceful pond as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,293/month
Principal & Interest$2,692
Property Tax$550
Insurance$183
HOA$867
Down payment20% ($110,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.19% rate · 30yr fixed · $440,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeCondominium, Residential
Year Built1973
HeatingBaseboard
CoolingNone
ParkingCommon
HOA$2,600 quarterly
Days on Zillow61 Days
Price/sqft$529
Property
Home typeCondo
Sub-typeCondominium, Residential
Year built1973
Systems
HeatingBaseboard
CoolingNone
RoofOther
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingCommon
Fireplaces1
Lot958 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood95076
ZoningSU
Annual tax$19,369
Parcel05239103
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
HOA$867/mo
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Dishwasher
Exhaust Fan
Disposal
Microwave
Oven/Range
Electric Oven/Range
Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Tile
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Family Room
Gas
Exterior Features
Parking
Common
Patio & Porch
Balcony/Patio
Utilities
Public Utilities
Water Public
Gas
PublicUtilities
Room details
5 rooms detailed
Bedroom
PrimarySuiteRetreat
Bathroom
PrimaryStallShowersShoweroverTub1Tile
Dining Room
DiningAreaDiningFamilyComboEatinKitchen
Family Room
KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
Countertop_GraniteExhaustFanIsland
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market61
Est. value$544,000
Est. rent$3,683/mo
Tax rate1.10%
Price/sqft$529
On marketFeb 4, 2026
PostedFeb 4, 2026
Last sold$1,265,000
MLS updatedFeb 4, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,848
Favorites86
How are the schools in Watsonville?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Watsonville, CA, 95076
Price history
7 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 4, 2026Listed For Sale$550,000$529MLSListings Inc
Oct 4, 2022Sold$1,265,000$1,216Public Record
Sep 8, 2022Contingent$1,265,000$1,216MLSListings Inc
Aug 10, 2022Price Change$1,265,000$1,216MLSListings Inc
Jun 10, 2022Listed For Sale$1,349,000$1,297MLSListings Inc
Apr 28, 1998Sold$205,000$197Public Record
Nov 15, 1996Sold$194,500$187Public Record
Listed For Sale$550,000
Feb 4, 2026•$529/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Sold$1,265,000
Oct 4, 2022•$1,216/sqft•Public Record
Contingent$1,265,000
Sep 8, 2022•$1,216/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Price Change$1,265,000
Aug 10, 2022•$1,216/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$1,349,000
Jun 10, 2022•$1,297/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Sold$205,000
Apr 28, 1998•$197/sqft•Public Record
Sold$194,500
Nov 15, 1996•$187/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2025$19,369$1,316,106
Apr 7, 2024$17,614$1,290,300
Apr 7, 2023$15,142$1,265,000
Apr 7, 2022$4,749$308,461
Apr 7, 2021$4,551$302,413
Apr 7, 2020$4,486$299,312
Apr 7, 2019$4,397$293,443
Apr 7, 2018$4,279$287,689
Apr 7, 2017$4,227$282,048
Apr 7, 2016$4,118$276,517
Apr 7, 2015$4,040$272,364
Apr 7, 2014$3,952$267,029
Apr 7, 2012—$260,610
Apr 7, 2011—$255,500
Apr 7, 2010—$253,590
Apr 7, 2009—$254,192
Apr 7, 2008—$249,208
Apr 7, 2007—$244,322
Apr 7, 2006—$239,531
Apr 7, 2005—$234,835
Apr 7, 2004—$230,230
Apr 7, 2003—$226,010
Apr 7, 2002—$221,578
Apr 7, 2001—$217,233
Apr 7, 2000—$212,974
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Local context around this listing
Watsonville, CA • Santa Cruz County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
950199507695077
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