Santa Cruz County
Corralitos
Wine country meets farmland in the hills above Watsonville. Rolling vineyards, small ranches, and a tight-knit rural community. The country life, 20 minutes from the beach.
Living in Corralitos
Corralitos is a rural community in the hills above Watsonville, known for its wineries, apple orchards, and country living. The area has a relaxed, agricultural character with homes on larger parcels, many with views of the Pajaro Valley or surrounding hillsides. Corralitos Road winds through vineyards and farms, and the local Corralitos Market and Sausage Company is a county-wide destination. It appeals to buyers who want a rural lifestyle without being too far from town.
What We Love
- 01 Local wineries and tasting rooms
- 02 Rural living on larger parcels
- 03 Corralitos Market's famous deli
- 04 Apple orchards and rolling hillsides
- 05 Quiet, agricultural community feel
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At a Glance
- Bay Area Commute Time
- 55-75 min
- Median Home Price
- $1.1M
- Days on Market
- 35
- Population
- 2,500
Education
Schools in Corralitos
Ratings for every public and private school, from GreatSchools and Niche.
Public
GreatSchools
| School | GreatSchools rating |
|---|---|
| Bradley Elementary Elementary · K-6 | |
| Watsonville High High | |
| E.A. Hall Middle Middle | |
Private
Niche
| School | Niche grade |
|---|---|
| Monte Vista Christian School Private · 4-12 | |
| Salesian Elementary/Junior High School Private · K-8 | |
Getting to Work
Commute from Corralitos to the Bay Area
Rush-hour drive times on Highway 17 to Bay Area tech hubs.
| Employers | Peak drive time |
|---|---|
   Netflix, Zoom, Adobe +5 more Los Gatos to San Jose, Santa Clara | 50-70 min |
   Apple, Amazon, LinkedIn +2 more Cupertino to Menlo Park, Sunnyvale, Mountain View | 1h-1h 20m |
 Salesforce San Francisco | 1h 55m |
24 notable spots
Around Corralitos
Beaches, trails, markets, and places to eat, all within reach. Distances measured from Pinto Lake County Park .
Beaches
5.3 mi, 13-min drive
- Hidden Beach 6.3 mi
- Rio Del Mar Beach 6.8 mi
- Sunset State Beach 6.2 mi
Surf Spots
Parks & Trails
Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
8.1 mi, 19-min drive
- Polo Grounds County Park 5.9 mi
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 16.9 mi
- Aptos Creek Fire Road 6.8 mi
Recreation
1.6 mi, 8-min bike ride
- Anytime Fitness 7.4 mi
- Powerhouse Gym Watsonville 2.6 mi
- East Cliff Drive 11.3 mi
Grocery & Markets
6.4 mi, 15-min drive
- Seascape Foods Market and Deli 5.7 mi
- Nob Hill Foods 3 mi
- Staff Of Life Natural Foods 3.1 mi
Shopping & Dining
2.5 mi, 13-min bike ride
- Big J's Pizza 2.5 mi
- Beer Mule 2.1 mi
- The Hideout 6.5 mi
Common Questions
What buyers ask about Corralitos
- What is the community like in Corralitos?
- Corralitos has a rural, agricultural character with a close-knit community of families, vintners, and people who value privacy and open space. The area is known for its wineries, the famous Corralitos Market, and a slower pace of life.
- How far is Corralitos from the coast?
- Corralitos is in the hills about 5 miles inland from the coast. The drive to beaches like Sunset State Beach or Manresa State Beach takes about 15 minutes.
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