Santa Cruz, CA Real Estate Information Center
Santa Cruz (pronounced /'sænt? 'kru?z/) is the county seat and largest city of Santa Cruz County, California in the United States of America. As of the 2008 census estimate, Santa Cruz had a total population of 56,124. It is located on the northern edge of the Monterey Bay, about 72 mi (115 km) south of San Francisco.
The present-day site of Santa Cruz was the location of a Native American settlement since ancient times. It was also one of the earliest settlements of the Spanish during the exploration of Alta California in the later part of the 1700s, including a California Mission. During the late 1800s, after California became part of the United States, Santa Cruz became widely popular for its idyllic beaches and coastal redwood forests, establishing itself as a resort community. Santa Cruz is now known for its moderate climate, natural beauty, educational institutions, alternative community lifestyles, and socially liberal leanings. It is also home to University of California at Santa Cruz.
Homes for Sale in Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA Home Sales Price Trends
| Period |
Total Sold |
Average Price |
Median Price |
| JUL-SEP 2012 |
298 |
$593,250 |
$543,375 |
Santa Cruz, CA School Districts
Santa Cruz, CA School Rankings
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GreatSchools Performance Ratings provide an overview of a school's test performance. Based on a scale of 1-10.
| SANTA CRUZ |
6 out of 10 |
| CALIFORNIA |
5 out of 10 |
Santa Cruz, CA School Parent Ratings
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GreatSchools Review Ratings are the overall ratings that are provided by either a Parent/Guardian, Teacher, Staff, Administrator, Student or Former Student. Based on a scale of 1-5.
Ratings provided by GreatSchools.net
Santa Cruz, CA Population
Population, household and median age statistics are based primarily on the 2010 US Census data projected forward to the present day.
| Population: |
61,642 |
| Households: |
21,846 |
| Median Age: |
40 |
Santa Cruz, CA Average Weather (degrees F)
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