Santa Cruz County
Seacliff
Prestigious beachfront living at its finest. Ocean views, the iconic cement ship, and a peaceful residential atmosphere. Premium coastal real estate.
Living in Seacliff
Seacliff is a prestigious beachfront community known for its stunning state beach and the famous cement ship S.S. Palo Alto. The neighborhood features upscale homes with ocean views, a quiet residential atmosphere, and direct beach access. It's popular among established professionals and retirees seeking a peaceful coastal lifestyle.
What We Love
- 01 Seacliff State Beach
- 02 Historic cement ship S.S. Palo Alto
- 03 Ocean view properties
- 04 Quiet, established neighborhood
- 05 Premium beachfront living
Education
Schools in Seacliff
Ratings for every public and private school, from GreatSchools and Niche.
Public
GreatSchools
| School | GreatSchools rating |
|---|---|
| Rio Del Mar Elementary Elementary · K-6 | |
| Aptos High High | |
| Mar Vista Elementary Elementary · K-6 | |
| Aptos Junior High Middle · 7-8 | |
Private
Niche
| School | Niche grade |
|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Montessori School Private · K-9 | |
| Twin Lakes Christian School Private · K-8 | |
Getting to Work
Commute from Seacliff 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 | 40-60 min |
   Apple, Amazon, LinkedIn +2 more Cupertino to Menlo Park, Sunnyvale, Mountain View | 50-70 min |
 Salesforce San Francisco | 1h 43m |
24 notable spots
Around Seacliff
Beaches, trails, markets, and places to eat, all within reach. Distances measured from Seacliff State Beach .
Beaches
1 mi, 5-min bike ride
- New Brighton State Beach 1.4 mi
- Manresa State Beach 3.9 mi
- Hidden Beach 1.7 mi
Surf Spots
Parks & Trails
Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
4.4 mi, 11-min drive
- Aptos Village County Park 0.7 mi
- Seacliff Village County Park 0.3 mi
- Aptos Creek Fire Road 2.8 mi
Recreation
East Cliff Drive
3.7 mi, 9-min drive
- Anytime Fitness 0.5 mi
- Club Pilates 0.5 mi
- Joy of Movement Pilates and Gyrotonic Studio 0.8 mi
Grocery & Markets
1.4 mi, 7-min bike ride
- New Leaf Community Markets 0.9 mi
- Whole Foods 5.6 mi
- Trader Joe's 3.1 mi
Shopping & Dining
0.2 mi, 4-min walk
- Marianne's Ice Cream 0.2 mi
- Castelli's Deli 0.2 mi
- The Hideout 1.3 mi
Common Questions
What buyers ask about Seacliff
- What is special about Seacliff State Beach?
- Seacliff State Beach features the historic cement ship S.S. Palo Alto, a long fishing pier, calm waters for swimming, and some of the best sunset views in Santa Cruz County.
- Is Seacliff expensive?
- Yes, Seacliff is one of the premium neighborhoods in the area with a median price around $1.85 million. The premium reflects the beachfront location and exclusive community feel.
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