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Happy New Year!
This year will have a lot of ups and downs, like most years but the real estate world is already predicting unpredictability. What I do know is real estate has a normal cycle and due to high interest rates last year, the cycle was broken. People can no longer wait to sell or buy and the rush has begun this year. If you are thinking of buying or selling I expect this year will be good, rates will move around and the prediction is not much lower than 6.25% and it will stay close to 7% but there are always windows of lower rates. So best to keep up with your lender to make sure you are aware of changes. If you notice the photo of the floating bathroom I do want to give a bit of perspective from working at the Dolphin Restaurant that was there until about a year or two ago. Working at Stagnaros and the Dolphin I was told of unstable conditions of the end of the wharf when I was 14, I am now 59! The wharf breaking off is from years and years of ocean abuse and unfortunately city mismanagement. There is a lot of blame to go around but I want to clarify this was years in the making and there are many reasons this happened. I am sorry it did but not surprised. If you want to get better updates I suggest you subscribe to local leaders' newsletters, I subscribe to Jimmy Panetta of our local House of Representatives https://panetta.house.gov/contact/newsletter-subscribe
In the city, I subscribe to esmart@cityofsantacruz.ccsend.com Matt Huffaker City manager, has city updates and links to events. I recommend looking up your supervisor in the county and seeing what they are sending out. |
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Italian Classes at the Dante Alighieri Society of Santa Cruz |
| The Dante Alighieri Society of Santa Cruz is offering Winter Italian Language Courses taught by native-speaking instructors. Classes cover all levels, focusing on listening, speaking, reading, writing, and grammar. Sessions run January to February, with pricing from $250-$300. Options include online and in-person formats. Registration closes the Friday before the first class.
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Mountain Community Theather Season Tickets |
| Season tickets are now available for Mountain Community Theater's 2025 season, celebrating 43 years of exceptional productions in Santa Cruz and the San Lorenzo Valley. The lineup includes Steel Magnolias, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, New Works Weekend, The Addams Family, and A Midsummer Night's Dream. Performances are held at Park Hall, Ben Lomond.
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| Fuel Reduction Workday at Henry Cowell |
| Join us for a Fuel Reduction Workday as we manually clear fallen debris in select areas of Redwood Grove. This effort helps reduce fire hazards while restoring old-growth habitat. Park staff will guide participants in organizing the debris into brush piles. Be prepared for moderate manual labor and bring work gloves if possible. The workday will begin in front of the Visitor Center.
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| Top Winter Activities in SC County |
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Safely Explore the World of Mushroom Foraging |
| Mushroom foraging is a popular winter activity in Santa Cruz, as the rains bring a boom in mushrooms. Top spots like UCSC's upper campus and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park offer great foraging opportunities. Winter events like guided walks and the Fungus Fair from January 10-12 celebrate this natural bounty. Remember to follow foraging guidelines and consult experts before picking. |
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| Hike River Trails and Explore Waterfalls |
| Winter is ideal for hiking trails with rivers and waterfalls, like Henry Cowell State Park and Fall Creek. Trails such as Lime Kiln, which follows a rushing river, offer several beautiful waterfalls to enjoy. The normally calm waters transform into dynamic, rushing currents during this season, making the hikes even more exciting. Right after it rains, it's the perfect time to spot banana slugs and newts along the damp forest paths. |
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| Marvel at the Wonder of Monarch Butterflies |
| Winter in Santa Cruz brings stunning natural wonders, including the monarch butterfly migration from mid-October to February, peaking in November and December. Visit Natural Bridges State Beach or Lighthouse Field State Beach to see butterflies clustering on eucalyptus trees. It's a magical sight that showcases the beauty of the season.
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| 2 BD 1 BA 1230 SF $779,000
OPEN HOUSE: This Saturday and Sunday 1-3 PM |
| In the trees where you can see the stars is the place to be! What an amazing location! From here you can explore Henry Cowell Park, ride to local bike trails, and enjoy local events at Roaring Camp Railroad and in the covered bridge park. And all just minutes from downtown Felton. Two good sized bedrooms, and bath with laundry room. The kitchen and dining area open to a spacious living room. Downstairs has room for a workshop or storage. The star of the show is the driveway to the back of the home providing lots of room for camper, boat, cars, and a carport to cover your cars from the redwoods. This home has had a very thoughtful owner, he loved to look at the stars, study quantum physics, play chess, hike the local trails, listen to local bands, and enjoy his tree-top views. Come see what you will discover here too! |
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In 2024, the Santa Cruz County medium sales price increased year over year to slightly below its 2022 pandemic-boom peak, while the median condo price declined. The numbers of new listings and sales rose from 2023, but volumes remained well long-term norms. There was a slight reduction in overbidding of the asking price, and, on average listings took a few days longer to sell.
See the full report here: |
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| | Up-to-date real estate information for buyers and sellers in Santa Cruz! |
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| | Michele Replogle
Broker Associate DRE#01454037 M: 831.818.7372 michele.replogle@compass.com |
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Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California operating under multiple entities. License Numbers 01991628, 1527235, 1527365, 1356742, 1443761, 1997075, 1935359, 1961027, 1842987, 1869607, 1866771, 1527205, 1079009, 1272467. All material is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description or measurements (including square footage). This is not intended to solicit property already listed. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. |
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