Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,040 sqft$1,178/sqft
101 Shell Rd, Unit 100, Watsonville, CA 95076
CondoProperty Type
1973Year Built
$1,178/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$2,531 / quarterHOA Fees
10 carsParking Spaces

Description

Beach & ocean view penthouse shorebirds! New price! This charming, completely remodeled, 2-bedrm, 2-bathrm penthouse condo offers open floorplan & high completely retextured ceilings. The well-appointed chef's kitchen has modern amenities, including handpicked cherry wood cabinets throughout, original chandeliers, granite countertops, with island cooking range, microwave, self-cleaning oven range, state of the art coffee maker, beautiful tile features, dual ovens and refrigerator. The home features...Beach & ocean view penthouse shorebirds! New price! This charming, completely remodeled, 2-bedrm, 2-bathrm penthouse condo offers open floorplan & high completely retextured ceilings. The well-appointed chef's kitchen has modern amenities, including handpicked cherry wood cabinets throughout, original chandeliers, granite countertops, with island cooking range, microwave, self-cleaning oven range, state of the art coffee maker, beautiful tile features, dual ovens and refrigerator. The home features high, newly textured ceilings, beautiful bathroom skylights and radiant warming floors in both bathrooms! Enjoy cozy evenings gazing at the sunset over the Monterey Bay. This condo is just steps to miles of pristine beach, the longest beach in Santa Cruz County. Enjoy fishing or hike all the way to Aptos on the unobstructed beach. Located about halfway between Monterey and Santa Cruz, you will enjoy the best of both post card perfect worlds. This property is close to fine dining, world famous golf links and surf spots as well as the Fisherman's Wharf and the S. C. Beach Boardwalk. These homes may be used as vacation rentals, long term rentals, permanent residences or just leave vacant for your private use. Homeowner's (2) pets are welcome! Fractional offers considered.
Listing closed: 12/18/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MLSListings, MLS#: ML82003087

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,150,000

Avg days on market

73

Sale-to-list ratio

92.7%

Watsonville, CA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Gail Cruse, DRE #00778908

Sold By Pajaro Dunes, Richard Seadler, DRE #00427633

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Property Information for 101 Shell Road, Unit 100

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Condo/Coop/TIC/Loft / Condominium
  • MLS City Name: WATSONVILLE
  • Building Type: Condo
  • Complex Name: PDNA
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Spaces: 10
  • View: Bay, City Lights, Garden / Greenbelt, Hills, Mountains, Ocean, Other Water, Water, Water Front
  • Cross Street: W. Beach St.
Building Information
  • Building/Complex: 101 Shell Rd
  • Stories: 5
  • Pet Policy Details: Pets - Rules
  • Year Built: 1973
Features
Room Information
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Island, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Amenities: Garden Window, High Ceiling, Skylight
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Insert, Living Room, Other
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 1040
  • Pool: No
  • Security Features: Security Guard, Security Service
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating: Electric, Fireplace, Radiant Floors
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 0
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Electric Car Hookup, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area, Uncovered Parking
  • Garage Max: 0
  • Garage Min: 0
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • Association Fees Include: Cable / Dish, Common Area Electricity, Exterior Painting, Fencing, Hot Water, Insurance - Common Area, Landscaping / Gardening, Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Exterior, Maintenance - Road, Maintenance - Unit Yard, Management Fee, Pool, Spa, or Tennis, Reserves, Roof, Security Service, Sewer, Water, Water / Sewer, Other
  • HOA Amenities: Beach Rights, Car Wash Area, Club House, Concierge, Door Person, Garden / Greenbelt / Trails
  • HOA Documents: Articles of Incorporation, Budget, Bylaws, CC&RS, Financial Statement, Minutes, Reserve Study, Rules & Regulations
  • HOA Exists: 1
  • HOA Fee: $2,531
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • HOA Name: PDNA
  • HOA Primary Phone: 831-761-7752
Property Details
  • Maximum Unit Floor Number: 3
  • Min Num Of Units in Complex: 309
  • Area Text: La Selva Beach
  • Property Faces: Northwest
  • Restrictions: Pets - Rules, Other
  • Roof: Polyurethane, Other
  • Stories: Three or More Stories
  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 101
  • Street Name: Shell
  • Street Suffix: Drive
  • Unit Number: 100
  • Area ID: 51
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 5
  • Structure SqFt: 1040
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 52
Development Information
  • Ownership Type: Condominium Ownership
  • Zoning Detail: SU
Location Information
  • City Limits: No
  • Directions: HIgway 1 to Riverside/129 Exit. Turn left on W. Beach to Shell Drive
  • Parcel Number: 052-411-34-000
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: WATSONVILLE
  • City Postal ID: 76
  • Postal Code: 95076
  • Elementary School District: 800
  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Description: Pond On Site, Views
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Soil: Sandy

Property History for 101 Shell Road, Unit 100

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 18, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82003087

$1,225,000
Dec 18, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82003087

$1,225,000
Dec 15, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924177951

$1,225,000

+2.5% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/18/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82003087

$1,225,000
12/18/2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82003087

$1,225,000
12/15/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924177951

$1,225,000

+2.5% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 101 Shell Road, Unit 100

Taxable ValueLand$980,000Additions$245,000Total$1,225,000
Tax Record2025$15,820 ($1,318 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,040 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,040 SqFtLot Size1,002 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1973Year Renovated1973ZoningSUCountySANTA CRUZAPN052-411-34-000

Schools near 101 Shell Road, Unit 100

This home is within Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Landmark Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Rolling Hills Middle School
Public6 to 8

Watsonville High School
Public9 to 12

New School Community Day
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Gail Cruse, DRE #00778908

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