santa cruz county: Just Listed ~ 105 Rainbow Lane - 08/11/17 11:06 AM
Come home to this sweet single level lovingly cared for comfortable home in desirable Corralitos neighborhood. Just down the road from the Corralitos town center, this move in ready home features hardwood floors, newer roof and appliances, dual pane windows and many other upgrades. Enjoy gardening in the landscaped front and back yards filled with fruit trees and beautiful rose bushes. This home shows pride of ownership throughout and includes many nice features and amenities.
 
 
 
 
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To learn more about why we love this area, visit my website LoveLivinInSantaCruz.com. And as always, if you're interested in … (1 comments)

santa cruz county: Santa Cruz County median home price reaches record high - 06/26/17 07:54 PM
Prices of single-family homes in Santa Cruz County soared to new records in May as the number of sales shrank. Check out the full article by the Santa Cruz Sentinel here: http://bit.ly/2tel8JK
If you are thinking about selling your home or looking to find a home in beautiful Santa Cruz (or know someone who is), give me a shout at pete@petecullen.com. 
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santa cruz county: Freshen Up Your Home with Finds at the UC Santa Cruz Spring Plant Sale - 04/04/17 07:33 PM
This Saturday is a great opportunity to find some fresh, new green additions for your home with the UC Santa Cruz Arboretum Spring Plant Sale. The event is open to the public from noon-4pm (members can enjoy a presale from 10am-noon). 
The event will offer regionally-friendly plants from both the Arboretum and the California Native Plant Society. 
Event details are below and more information can be found by clicking here.
Arboretum Spring Plant Sale
Saturday, April 8
Located on Arboretum Road
10am-Noon Members presale
Noon-4pm Open to the public
Fun Tip: "Valet Wheelbarrow Service" will be available to assist shoppers in transporting their purchases to the parking area.
This unique event is … (0 comments)

santa cruz county: Hot Market - Just Sold in Santa Cruz County - 04/02/17 02:57 PM
The numbers are in and the median home price in Santa Cruz County for February was $805,000. That is down just slightly from January. Listings right now are more scarce than ever meaning a fantastic opportunity to sell! Check out some recent homes sold in the Capitola market resulting in both happy sellers and buyers. 
413 Pine Street, Capitola, CA
Sold 1/19/2017
Sold within 10 days and just under asking.
Sale price: $849,000
 
805 Rosedale, Capitola, CA
Sold 2/13/2017
Sold within 7 days and over asking price!
Sale price: $849,000

I am hoping to see more homes available in this market soon. If you know of someone looking to sell or buy in Santa Cruz … (0 comments)

santa cruz county: Two Local Piers Make Visit California's List - 03/30/17 09:41 PM
Visit California, the state's Travel and Tourism Bureau, recently highlighted some of the state's coolest piers. Those that made the list were noted as offering impressive views, entertaining playgrounds and of course a great place to catch that breathtaking sunset. 
It's easy to see why two on the list are located right here in Santa Cruz County.
Capitola Wharf located in Capitola Village, California's oldest seaside resort town. Here residents and guests enjoy life on the beach, fabulous boutique shopping, dinner with sunset views, plus live music and festivals throughout the season.
Santa Cruz Wharf also made the list. The wharf, which is managed and maintained … (3 comments)

santa cruz county: 36 Years of Celebrating Clam Chowder in Santa Cruz - 03/05/17 05:33 AM
The Annual Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off just concluded last weekend. Held near the end of February each year, this was the first time the event was held for two days. It is a festival where both professional and amateur chefs compete. Amateur chefs were featured on Saturday and the pros were featured on the Sunday of the festival. This past year marked 36 years for the beloved event.
The cook-off is hosted by the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, a local seaside amusement park that opened in 1907. Attendees enter the park for free and  have the opportunity to purchase a sample kit … (2 comments)

santa cruz county: Santa Cruz Mountain Passport Days Are Back! - 01/18/17 08:31 PM
This Saturday marks the return of the Santa Cruz Mountain Winegrowers Association Passport Days. The annual celebrations originally started in 1993 (meaning the event is in its 25th year!) by winegrowers of the Santa Cruz Mountains. 
During this beloved weekend those with a passport in hand will have access to unique events at more than 50 Santa Cruz Mountain area wineries. What!??! That's right - participating locations will host tastings, live music, food samples and more. Locations that are normally closed to the public are open and others are open to passport holders only offering a truly VIP experience. Passport Days are held four times per year and occur in January, … (1 comments)

santa cruz county: Technology vs. Community - 02/11/16 01:52 AM
As a realtor, becoming close or apart of the community is crucial. Since technology and the internet serve such a wide spectrum it's easy to think that technology and community don't correlate between each other. But from the infographic provided below you'll see how much of an impact technology and community have on each other. 
If you are interested in more information about Santa Cruz, such as local events please feel free to contact me at pete@petecullen.com. With such great growth coming to Santa Cruz, now is the time to make this amazing place your new home. Feel free to email me … (0 comments)

santa cruz county: Why Buy ? - 01/29/16 01:18 AM
Ever wonder what truly inspires a homebuyer to buy a new home? This infographic provides the top four factors for buying a home with additional information detailing the difference between first-time buyers and repeat buyers. The first-time buyers versus the repeat buyers is vital information since we know they're opinions are going to differ on home buying. 
If you are interested in more information about Santa Cruz, such as local events please feel free to contact me at pete@petecullen.com. With such great growth coming to Santa Cruz, now is the time to make this amazing place your new home. Feel free to email … (1 comments)

santa cruz county: Renovation Realities. - 01/13/16 04:02 AM
For most homebuyers a new place to live doesn't have that "home" feel until home renovations. If you are familiar with real estate market you know renovations after purchasing a new home is very common, which can leave new homebuyers with a variety of questions. This infographic below provides some realities/facts of home renovations. Enjoy. 
If you are interested in more information about Santa Cruz, such as local events please feel free to contact me at pete@petecullen.com. With such great growth coming to Santa Cruz, now is the time to make this amazing place your new home. Feel free to email me … (0 comments)

santa cruz county: Calling All First Time Buyers - 12/15/15 12:58 AM
 
Check out some interesting information on the percent's of home buyers that recently financed their purchase in 2015. 
If you are interested in more information about Santa Cruz, such as local events please feel free to contact me at pete@petecullen.com. With such great growth coming to Santa Cruz, now is the time to make this amazing place your new home. Feel free to email me to find your new home here in Santa Cruz and make sure to check out my website!     
 
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santa cruz county: Home Improvements That Pay Off - 12/01/15 01:18 AM
When it comes to home improvements the biggest deciding factor is the actual pay off versus the cost. Although some home improvements on certain houses are almost necessary, a majority of home improvements decisions come down to how well it benefits/improves the home. This infographic below reveals the cost for common home improvement jobs verses the resale value it pertains after the job is complete. Find out which home improvements are really benefitting you... 
If you are interested in more information about Santa Cruz, such as local events please feel free to contact me at pete@petecullen.com. With such great growth coming to … (5 comments)

santa cruz county: Benefits For the Nation's Heroes - 10/23/15 01:53 AM
A profession that requires relocating is never going to create a smooth home buying process. Amongst professions that require relocation, active duty military is likely the largest and most common due to deployment. But the future of home buying for our nation’s heroes looks promising as we push toward implementing supportive policies. This infographic will provide information on some policies implemented to benefit our nation's heroes, and as well with some statistical analysis to support it. 
If you are interested in more information about Santa Cruz, such as local events please feel free to contact me at pete@petecullen.com. With such great growth … (0 comments)

santa cruz county: Sweet Santa Cruz Mountain Home on 6+ Acres With Permitted Guest Unit - 10/14/15 05:15 AM
Just Listed! Enjoy end of the road privacy and 6+ acres with beautiful mountain and valley views. Great commute location only 10 minutes to Summit Road & Hwy 17. This lovingly cared for home with open floor plan features lots of natural light, vaulted wood ceilings, and hardwood floors. Take in beautiful sunsets from the good sized covered deck, perfect for entertaining! This is Santa Cruz Mountain living at it's best! Separate in law unit and additional artists studio. Imagine the possibilities. 
 
Offered at $869,000 Active 
Beds: 3 
Baths: 2 
SqFt: 1995 sqft 
 
 
Call Pete Cullen at 831-818-1662 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. … (1 comments)

santa cruz county: Just Listed ~ Brokers Open Thursday October 15th ~ 12:30 - 3:00. - 10/14/15 05:06 AM
 Spacious end unit in desirable Creekside development. Well cared for home with open inviting floor plan with vaulted ceilings, skylights, hardwood floors, lots of natural light, greenbelt views from living room and bedroom decks and attached garage with inside access. Two large master suites with good sized bathrooms and lots of closet space. Fantastic mid town location close to Yacht Harbor, Arana Gulch walking trails, restaurants and shopping. Just a short bike ride to the beach and nearby amenities.  
 
Offered at $489,000 Active 
Beds: 3 
Baths: 3 
SqFt: 1,579 Sqft 
 
 
Call Pete Cullen at 831-818-1662 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing.  
For more … (0 comments)

santa cruz county: How To Hire A Contractor - 10/07/15 03:15 AM
As a realtor, buying and selling homes usually comes with the additional help of a contractor. Even if the contractor is doing minimal work on a home, the hiring process can be difficult. Common questions such as, who do I hire and where to hire from occur frequently. This infographic will provide information to help you hire a contractor and additional tips on how to coordinate efficiently with a contractor. 
If you are interested in more information about Santa Cruz, such as local events please feel free to contact me at pete@petecullen.com. With such great growth coming to Santa Cruz, now is … (1 comments)

santa cruz county: The Affordability Squeeze - 09/23/15 01:56 AM
Even with home prices on the rise, people are backing out of selling their homes. What is stopping people from selling their home? Well, it's a combination of people fearing they cannot afford their desirable home and a lack of options within the housing market. This is known as the Affordability Squeeze. The infographic below goes more into detail about the Affordability Squeeze by presenting statistical and factual information. 
If you are interested in more information about Santa Cruz, such as local events please feel free to contact me at pete@petecullen.com. With such great growth coming to Santa Cruz, now is the time … (1 comments)

santa cruz county: Santa Cruz Mountains Winegrowers Passport Days 2014 - 01/17/14 05:57 AM
It is that time of year again, the Santa Cruz Mountains Winegrowers are once again sponsoring their first Passport Day of 2014 this Saturday, January 18th. For those of you new to the area or who have not heard of the event, Passport Days were created in order to celebrate the rich history of the wingrowers, vintners and the families that make up the tradition of winegrowing here in the Santa Cruz Mountains. These celebrations occur on the third Saturday of January, April, July and November during the course of the year. 
 
On Passport Days guests are welcomed into over … (2 comments)

santa cruz county: Real Estate Influenced Construction Boosts Santa Cruz County Jobs - 05/31/13 08:31 AM
 
Real Estate Influenced Construction Helping Santa Cruz County Job Growth
Based on the article by Jondi Gumz of the Santa Cruz Sentinel
 
Economist Jeffrey Michael is forecasting employment will grow 3.9 percent in Santa Cruz County this year. In one of my recent blog posts, I have an infographic about the ripple effect of home sales into the local economy. Home sales in this country generate more than 2.5 million private-sector jobs in an average year. Many jobs created are construction related like remodeling, landscaping, and home improvement.
Jeffrey Michael’s forecast for the Santa Cruz County Business Council predicted … (0 comments)

santa cruz county: Thinking of Living in Santa Cruz, CA? - 12/06/12 06:10 AM
Are You Thinking of Living in Santa Cruz, California? : A Conversation with Pete Cullen, Realtor GRI, E-Pro with Bailey Properties in Aptos, Ca.
Since 1972 I have had the extreme good fortune of being able to call Santa Cruz, California my home. I moved to Santa Cruz in '72 to attend Cabrillo College, our local community college. I have lived here ever since and love it!

The town of Santa Cruz is located on the Monterey Bay 70 miles south of San Francisco, 40 miles north of Monterey and Carmel on State Highway 1, the Pacific Coast Highway. To the northeast are … (0 comments)

 
Pete Cullen ~ Broker Associate, GRI,CRS, Serving The Entire Monterey Bay Area (Bailey Properties, Inc.)

Pete Cullen ~ Broker Associate, GRI,CRS

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Santa Cruz, CA

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