For Sale48d on market
101 Shell Dr #225
Watsonville, CA, 95076 • 95076 • Santa Cruz County
$1,295,000
$1231/sqft
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
2Baths
1,052Sqft
1974Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Ocean Views
Ocean
Contemporary Style
Built 1974 · 52 years of history
Outdoor Living
Balcony/Patio
TennisRaquetball
TennisRaquetball
Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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Buyers have saved this home
48 days on market
Established listing
$1,231/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Condo · Built 1974
Awe-inspiring ocean and Monterey Bay views. The ocean front single level 2 bedroom condo is located on the second story with ramp accessiblity and is nestled in the gated community of Pajaro Dunes. This prime location has direct beach access only a few steps away from your front door and is ideally located for that toes in the sand lifestyle you desire. Watch the waves from the primary bedroom and private patio or relax by the fire in the evenings listening to the crashing surf. This is the tranquil retreat you will enjoy no matter what season it is. Beautifully remodeled and updated to blend seemlessly with your oceanside surroundings this unit is move-in ready and includes most of the furnishings. Shorebirds Condos offers amazing amenities including landscaped grounds, electric car charging stations, pickleball and tennis courts, gift shop and scenic walking trails. These properties may be used as a primary homes, long or short term rental, or just as your own personal escape for when you need a break and hear the beach calling your name.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights private patio, beautifully remodeled and updated, and landscaped grounds as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$9,049/month
Principal & Interest$6,449
Property Tax$1,295
Insurance$432
HOA$873
Down payment20% ($259,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.35% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,036,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeCondominium, Residential
Year Built1974
HeatingBaseboard, Electric
CoolingNone
ParkingCommon, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Guest
HOA$2,618 quarterly
Days on Zillow48 Days
Price/sqft$1,231
Property
Home typeCondo
Sub-typeCondominium, Residential
StyleContemporary
Year built1974
Stories1
Systems
HeatingBaseboard, Electric
CoolingNone
RoofPolyurethane
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingCommon, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Guest
Fireplaces1
Location & Tax
Neighborhood95076
ZoningSU
Annual tax$19,049
Parcel05249209
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
HOA$873/mo
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Disposal
Electric Oven/Range
Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Tile
Heating
Baseboard
Electric
Cooling
None
Laundry
Inside
Fireplace
Insert
Living Room
Accessibility
Customized Wheelchair Accessible
Exterior Features
Exterior
Tennis Court(s)
Parking
Common
Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Guest
Patio & Porch
Balcony/Patio
Views
Ocean
Utilities
Public Utilities
Water Public
Gas
PublicUtilities
Other Structures
TennisRaquetball
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Bathroom
GranitePrimaryStallShowersStallShower2plusUpdatedBaths
Dining Room
DiningArea
Family Room
NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
_220VoltOutlet
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market48
Est. value$1,263,300
Est. rent$3,315/mo
Tax rate1.10%
Price/sqft$1231
On marketFeb 18, 2026
PostedFeb 18, 2026
Last sold$1,275,000
MLS updatedMar 4, 2026
Tour days9
Views441
Favorites13
How are the schools in Watsonville?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Watsonville, CA, 95076
Price history
11 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 18, 2026Listed For Sale$1,295,000$1,231MLSListings Inc
Jun 21, 2024Sold$1,275,000$1,212MLSListings Inc
Jun 19, 2024Pending Sale$1,275,000$1,212MLSListings Inc
Jun 14, 2024Contingent$1,275,000$1,212MLSListings Inc
Jun 7, 2024Listed For Sale$1,275,000$1,212MLSListings Inc
Dec 1, 2020Sold$1,000,000$951MLSListings Inc
Nov 3, 2020Listed For Sale$899,000$855Pajaro Dunes
Aug 1, 2018Sold$800,000$760Public Record
Jul 13, 2018Pending Sale$805,000$765Sunset Properties
Jul 2, 2018Listed For Sale$805,000$765Sunset Properties
Jul 2, 1997Sold$292,000$278Public Record
Listed For Sale$1,295,000
Feb 18, 2026•$1,231/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Sold$1,275,000
Jun 21, 2024•$1,212/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Pending Sale$1,275,000
Jun 19, 2024•$1,212/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Contingent$1,275,000
Jun 14, 2024•$1,212/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$1,275,000
Jun 7, 2024•$1,212/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Sold$1,000,000
Dec 1, 2020•$951/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$899,000
Nov 3, 2020•$855/sqft•Pajaro Dunes
Sold$800,000
Aug 1, 2018•$760/sqft•Public Record
Pending Sale$805,000
Jul 13, 2018•$765/sqft•Sunset Properties
Listed For Sale$805,000
Jul 2, 2018•$765/sqft•Sunset Properties
Sold$292,000
Jul 2, 1997•$278/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2025$19,049$1,300,500
Apr 7, 2024$15,148$1,061,208
Apr 7, 2023$12,712$1,040,400
Apr 7, 2022$12,470$1,020,000
Apr 7, 2021$12,152$1,000,000
Apr 7, 2020$10,089$816,000
Apr 7, 2019$9,904$800,000
Apr 7, 2018$5,598$409,780
Apr 7, 2017$5,537$401,746
Apr 7, 2016$5,393$393,870
Apr 7, 2015$5,313$387,954
Apr 7, 2014$5,197$380,354
Apr 7, 2012—$371,210
Apr 7, 2011—$363,931
Apr 7, 2010—$361,211
Apr 7, 2009—$362,069
Apr 7, 2008—$354,969
Apr 7, 2007—$348,009
Apr 7, 2006—$341,185
Apr 7, 2005—$334,495
Apr 7, 2004—$327,936
Apr 7, 2003—$321,926
Apr 7, 2002—$315,613
Apr 7, 2001—$309,425
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Watsonville, CA • Santa Cruz County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
950199507695077
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